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… puberty starts varies widely among individuals. Helping your child or teen handle puberty issues Having an … can become pregnant. Girls should be instructed on how to use pads or tampons. Explain that periods may not be regular … or ridicule. Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Susan C. Kim MD - …
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… How Diabetes Causes Foot Problems On this page: Overview Overview When you have diabetes, your feet need extra care and attention. Diabetes can damage … Neuropathy Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… be emotionally vulnerable. To help strengthen and support healthy self-esteem in your child: Help your child learn how to make and keep friends. Healthy friendships are important, because children in this age group are increasingly sensitive …
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… stage of labour begins with full dilation and ends with your baby's birth. It can take anywhere from a few minutes … contractions and giving small pushes, go with this urge. Use the same muscles to push that you would use for a bowel movement. Drop your chin towards your chest …
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… nipples develop when the baby begins to suck harder because he or she is not getting milk quickly. This often is … called "tongue-tie." Before and during breastfeeding If your doctor says it is okay, take acetaminophen (such as … fight infection, which can help heal nipples and keep them healthy. Let your nipples air-dry after each feeding. This …
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… week 24, you may have noticed some jerking movements inside your belly—or even seen them on the outside! Repetitive, … breathe air. Adaptation Date: 9/12/2023 Adapted By: HealthLink BC Adaptation Reviewed By: HealthLink BC … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means …
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… You may have felt ready for baby to come for a while, but your baby may still be perfectly happy inside. It can be … Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means …
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… gastroenteritis? Gastroenteritis is an upset stomach. It causes nausea and vomiting. You may also have diarrhea or a … sure you do not become dehydrated. Dehydration occurs when your body loses too much fluid. This can happen when you … Handling Adaptation Date: 9/19/2023 Adapted By: HealthLink BC Adaptation Reviewed By: HealthLink BC …
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… include Merkel cell carcinoma and some sarcomas. Treatment Your doctor will want to remove all of the cancer. The most … shade. Wear sun-protective clothes when you're outdoors. Use sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 on exposed skin. … From the Sun Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… looking a little more pregnant on the outside. And inside, your baby is starting to look more human and may even have … pregnancy. Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means …