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… protect your baby, a series of shots begin at two months of age. Some immunizations are only given once or twice, while … such as soreness at the needle injection site or a slight fever. These rarely last more than a day or two. Keeping a … early as October and can be given to children 6 months of age and older. Ask your healthcare provider or public health …
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… development Last updated September 19, 2024 By the age of nine to 12 months, your baby has developed a distinct … social and emotional milestones you can expect. On this page: Social and emotional milestones Play and activity … your baby may laugh along with you From 9-12 months By the age of nine to 12 months, your baby has developed a distinct …
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… E. Coli Infection From Food or Water On this page: Cause Prevention Symptoms Examinations … symptoms. If the infection is more serious, you may have a fever or other symptoms. How is it diagnosed? If your doctor … movements? Is there blood in the diarrhea? Have you had chills or a fever? Have you had any belly cramps, nausea, or …
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… example. Portion sizes Serve modest portions. Remember that younger children may eat smaller amounts than adults. … a meal to feel full. Replace sweet drinks with water. Encourage your child to drink water when he or she is thirsty. … a new food. Don't say "Clean your plate." Try not to manage your child's eating with comments such as "Clean your …
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… siblings for this attention. How can you help children manage conflict and jealousy? Preparing for a new baby An older … Sibling troubles often get more intense after the newborn stage. Why? It can take a few months for the older child to … For example, an older child may have more privileges than a younger child, such as being allowed to stay up later. Don't …
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… Strabismus On this page: … Adults may develop strabismus from eye or blood vessel damage. Loss of vision, an eye tumour or a brain tumour, … eyes (strabismus), and defects in visual acuity in children younger than 5 years of age. footnote 1 If you have concerns …
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… Child Safety: Preventing Falls On this page: Overview Overview Protecting your baby Each new learning stage for your baby requires you to pay more attention to … Facial Injuries Head Injury, Age 3 and Younger Health and Safety, Ages 2 to 5 Years Health and …
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… Sickle Cell Disease: Pain Management On this page: Overview Overview … after exercise or strenuous activity and when you have a fever or infection. Drink enough so that your urine is light … and/or acetaminophen (such as Tylenol). Children and teens younger than 20 should not be given aspirin, which can cause …
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… Classification of Asthma On this page: Overview Overview … category can have severe asthma attacks. Asthma in children younger than age 6 can be hard to diagnose. And its symptoms may be …
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… Breastfeeding as Birth Control On this page: Overview Overview … to make sure that it works: Your baby must be 6 months of age or younger. After your baby is 6 months old, you are much more …
