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… Virus (RSV) Infection On this page: Condition Overview Cause Symptoms What Happens What Increases Your Risk When To … and Tests Treatment Overview Prevention Self-Care Medicines Condition Overview … some children receive the antiviral medicine ribavirin while they are in the hospital. Pregnant women should avoid …
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… or drink from a bottle. If you do breastfeed, you can also use cup-feeding instead of bottle-feeding if your baby needs … promote the physical bond between the parent and baby when breastfeeding or bottle-feeding isn't possible. To cup-feed … not pour the milk into his or her mouth. To do this: Fill a medicine cup to about 30 mL (1 fl oz) with breast milk or …
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… feed your baby with breast milk or formula. For example, use a soft, compressible nipple or a bottle you can squeeze … breastfeed your baby, talk with a health professional or a breastfeeding (lactation) consultant. Feeding your baby … John Pope MD - Pediatrics Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine Adam David Schaffner MD, FACS - Plastic Surgery, …
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… and comfortable). washable dressing gown (front opening for breastfeeding) two or three nightgowns or pairs of pyjamas (front-opening for breastfeeding) nursing bra and pads, if desired at least … is, in case it needs to be retrieved when you are not home. Useful resources: Printable checklist of items to take to …
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… of diapers a baby wets is sometimes hard to know, because disposable diapers work so well at wicking moisture. … that their babies are eating well after a few weeks of breastfeeding. It usually takes some time to establish a … Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Sarah Marshall MD - Family Medicine Thomas M. Bailey MD - Family Medicine Kathleen …
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… Shot On this page: Overview Overview The shot is used to prevent pregnancy. You get the shot in your upper … to tell your doctor about any health problems you have or medicines you take. The doctor can help you choose the birth … worry about birth control for this time. It's safe to use while breastfeeding. The shot may reduce heavy bleeding and …
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… virus (HIV) infection. footnote 1 , footnote 2 This is because early detection and treatment are the key to preventing … and childbirth. It is sometimes is passed during pregnancy. Breastfeeding can pass the virus from mother to baby. Treatment with medicines called antiretrovirals, both during pregnancy and …
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… This just means that your breasts are getting ready for breastfeeding. Colostrum is the "pre-milk" that helps … your nipples with soap. Soap can dry out the skin. Just use warm water. Use breast pads inside your bra to soak up … Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine Current as of: …
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… people Last updated July 1, 2024 Any amount of alcohol use comes with risks. The risks are even higher for young people. Alcohol is a leading cause of death and social issues in young people. It’s safest … and fats so that the effects of alcohol are more gradual While drinking: Pace yourself. Drinking too quickly can …
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… breast milk Last updated August 12, 2012 Once you have your breastfeeding routine well established - typically between … a video on how to express breast milk. You may decide to use a manual or electric pump for one of two reasons: Essential: You need to pump because your baby cannot breastfeed or cannot breastfeed well …