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… Some women never lose their stretch marks However, after birth, the marks will gradually change from red or purple to … you baby has moved down into your pelvis in preparation for birth. Make a note and tell your healthcare provider at your … your cervix in preparation for labour. If you plan to give birth in a hospital, this is a good time to: Pack your …
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… Overview The most rare yet most serious risk of vaginal birth after caesarean (VBAC) is that the scar on the uterus … or death. Caesarean Section Vaginal Birth After Caesarean (VBAC) Citations Guise JM, et al. (2010). Vaginal birth after cesarean: New insights . Evidence Report …
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… or spreading HIV during sexual contact. Other forms of birth control do not protect against HIV. Using a needle or … or spreading HIV during sexual contact. Other forms of birth control do not protect against HIV. Using a needle or …
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… nutrients from the mother and gets rid of waste.) Preterm birth. The baby is born too soon. Miscarriage or stillbirth. Birth defects, such as a cleft lip. Death early in life, …
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… soak through a few bandages, but it is not fast or out of control. With mild bleeding , any of these may be true: The … or to find out if you were exposed to rabies. Call animal control After an animal bite, notify animal control authorities. Even if the law in your area doesn't …
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… Can sit alone or with support. Has good head and neck control. Is able to hold small objects, such as toys or … Nutrition for healthy term infants: Recommendations from birth to six months. A joint statement of Health Canada, … Nutrition for healthy term infants: Recommendations from birth to six months. A joint statement of Health Canada, …
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… loose rugs to avoid falling with your baby. Post poison control, ambulance, and healthcare provider's numbers and … and changing tables. Say no to swaddling After you give birth you may see your newborn swaddled into a tight little … Water . Useful resources: HealthLink BC: Health and Safety, Birth to 2 Years HealthLink BC: Bonding With Your Newborn … …
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… buildup of excess cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) in the brain at birth. The extra fluid can increase pressure in the baby's … may happen because of: Bleeding in the fetus before birth. Certain infections in the birth parent, such as toxoplasmosis or syphilis. Conditions …
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… As your baby's brain, nerves, and muscles grow, controlled movements become more refined. Newborn reflexes … objects. By 6 months, most babies: Have doubled their birth weight. Are able to sit with little or no support. By … to crawl. By 12 months, most babies: Have tripled their birth weight. Are expressive and have formed a close …
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… woman has HIV, her baby can be exposed before and during birth. The virus can spread through breastfeeding too. … of mothers with HIV. Children who are exposed to HIV after birth. Children who go to the doctor with HIV-like symptoms. … right away. Even when babies test negative for HIV at birth, they may have been exposed to the virus during the …
