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… get their first tooth at around six months. By the time your toddler is 36 months, they should have 20 teeth - 10 on the top and 10 on the bottom. Overview Your toddler's first teeth (called baby teeth) are important because they: Help your toddler …
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… triggers an allergic reaction. Whether you or someone in your care has an allergy, making safe food choices that … and hay fever tend to run in families. Learn how to reduce your baby’s risk of developing food allergies: Reducing the risk …
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… an asthma attack, it can make it harder to breathe, and the baby may get less oxygen. But when asthma is well … treatments are safe to use when you're pregnant. Talk to your doctor about the safest treatment for you. What are the risks of uncontrolled asthma during pregnancy? If your asthma is not controlled, risks to your health include: …
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… , of the skull have started to close. Still have a "baby" look. Your child's head is large in proportion to the rest of the … 1: Are curious about everyday objects and how they work. Your child may try turning knobs, pushing buttons, and …
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… both feet are involved. Although clubfoot is painless in a baby, treatment should begin immediately. Clubfoot can cause … factors that is not well understood. If someone in your family has clubfoot, then it is more likely to occur in your infant. If your family has one child with clubfoot, the …
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… children may be born with cataracts or develop them as a baby, child, or adolescent. Some things that may cause … signs of cataracts in children: You may see a cloudiness in your child's eye. The child may not look directly at or … time. You may see a white reflex instead of a red reflex in your child's eye. For example, in a photo of the child, one …
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… save lives. They are the best way to help protect you or your child from getting certain diseases that can be spread … that the mother is protected against. The protection the baby gets doesn't last very long. There are many other … entrance into school or daycare. And you may need them for your job or for travel to another country. They prevent days …
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… During the second trimester - weeks 15 to 27 of pregnancy - your emotions may feel more stable. You’ll also experience a … about some common physical changes and tips for keeping your discomfort to a minimum. On this page: Overview Red, … from breasts Nasal congestion and nose bleeds Quickening (baby’s movements) Increased sense that the pregnancy is real …
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… liquid. The following recommendations can help you protect your child from drowning hazards. Don't leave babies and … alone in the bathtub or a swimming or wading pool. A baby who slips or rolls and lands face down may not be able … protect against drowning. They aren't a substitute for your attention. Don't leave babies and young children alone …
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… the first and third trimesters. During the first trimester, your developing baby (fetus) is growing quickly. Your body is producing higher levels of progesterone . This …
