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… lifestyle changes. Feeling anxious about the changes a new baby will bring is common. These changes are normal and … and what to expect for each stage of your pregnancy. Baby's Best Chance The Baby’s Best Chance handbook and website offers general …
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… Breastfeeding helps build the bond between you and your baby. It gives your baby excellent health benefits. A healthy diet includes … caffeine. Caffeine can pass through breast milk to your baby. It may cause fussiness and sleep problems. Talk to …
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… likely that you will have a healthy pregnancy and a healthy baby or babies. The risk of premature birth is higher when … Does a fetal reduction lower the chance that your remaining baby or babies will have a disability? Yes You're right. A fetal reduction lowers the chance that your remaining baby or babies will have a disability. It also lowers the …
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… checkups, the doctor will measure: Length (height). A baby's length is measured while lying down, from the top of … This is the measurement around the largest part of your baby's head. These measurements are plotted on a graph … growth spurts as well as periods of slow growth, even as a baby. Talk to your doctor if you have any concerns. Go to …
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… could decrease the amount of blood and oxygen to your baby which could hinder baby’s growth. Very high blood pressure could cause the … problems with the amniotic sac that surrounds your baby. Low-lying placenta versus placenta previa Placenta …
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… child is 6 months old. They usually have no effect on the baby's vision or cause any lasting eye problems. What causes … you touch the eye area. If signs of infection develop, your baby may need antibiotics . Sometimes a probing procedure … child is 6 months old. They usually have no effect on the baby's vision or cause any lasting eye problems. What causes …
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… caesarean section? A caesarean section is the delivery of a baby through a cut (incision) in the mother's belly and … chances are good that you will be able to deliver your baby through the birth canal (vaginal birth). But there are … when a C-section is needed for the safety of the mother or baby. So even if you plan on a vaginal birth, it's a good …
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… Can be used right up until birth with no effect on the baby. The mother holds the face mask and breathes in desired … such as morphine, fentanyl Side effects May make baby sleepy. Narcotics given near birth may affect some babies' ability to breastfeed. Due to effect on the baby at birth, narcotics are usually given before the …
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… to new parents Breastfeeding, infant safety, self care and baby care Pregnant people and their partners who attend …
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… nurses, and hospital staff who care for you and your baby. Before it's time for you to give birth, ask about the … for: "Rooming in." This policy encourages you to have your baby in the room with you. It can allow you to breastfeed … more often. Supplemental feedings. Tell the staff that your baby is to get only your breast milk from birth. If staff …
