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… just starting out, you might be wondering how much breastfeeding is enough for your baby.  Here are some guidelines that can help. In the … you didn’t use at the last feeding, or the one you finished using last. Learning a new skill takes practice, and it can …
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… Storing and using breastmilk Last updated August 2, 2013 If you have to be away from your baby for more than a few hours, you can express your … out of the water) Be sure to defrost just enough for one feeding so milk is not wasted. Once milk has thawed, it may …
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… and Drug Use On this page: Overview Health Tools Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment … One of the signs of substance use disorder is that you keep using alcohol and other drugs even though you know it's … of alcohol or drugs affects behaviour Have you ever hurt a child or intimate partner while using alcohol or drugs? Yes …
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… Ideally, babies should get all their nutrition from breastfeeding for the first six months. However, for some new mothers, breastfeeding may not be possible (especially if your baby is preterm). Here is a video on Cup Feeding and …
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… Dealing With Teen Substance Use Actionset Overview If your teen is using alcohol, tobacco, or other substances, take it … early substance use may: Increase the risk that your child keeps using substances and has a substance use …
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Using Eye Ointment On this page: Overview Related … contact lenses while you are using the ointment. unless your doctor has told you it's okay. Using a mirror may make … the correct ointment. Don't use anyone else's ointment. If your doctor prescribed one type of ointment to treat one …
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Using a Pulse Oximeter On this page: Overview Overview A … oximeter is a device that checks to see how much oxygen your blood is carrying. Usually a small clip is put on the end of your finger. (Sometimes it's put on your toe or earlobe.) …
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Using Telehealth Counseling Actionset Getting Started It can … to an office or spend time in a waiting room. You can use your own device in your own home, which may help you feel more comfortable. …
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Using Nitroglycerin for Angina On this page: Overview … symptoms of angina. How to use quick-acting nitroglycerin Your doctor will tell you when to use your nitroglycerin. You may need to take it to relieve …
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Using Antibiotics Wisely On this page: Overview Related … antibiotics that have more side effects. So always ask your doctor if antibiotics are the best treatment. Explain … These tougher bacteria can spread to family members, children, and co-workers. People in your community will have …