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… with full dilation and ends with your baby's birth. It can take anywhere from a few minutes to two or three hours. … examination to ensure full dilation. Pushing too soon can make the cervix swollen and difficult to open further. … and to assist your baby in passing through the birth canal ( try semi sitting, squatting, kneeling or lying on …
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… getting a shot if he or she is not hungry or tired. You can also help your baby during and after the shot by … may be given 1-2 minutes prior to injections if your baby cannot be breastfed. Helping your toddler or young child … overly reassuring. Avoid words like "shot" or "hurt." These can have strong meanings to young children, which can raise …
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… June 1, 2021 Understanding common health concerns and what can be done to prevent or treat them can go a long way towards reducing the stress you feel when … Allergies Asthma Bowel and Gastrointestinal Conditions Cancer Colds and Flu COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary …
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… potential to provide loving homes for children. Adoption can establish meaningful relationships between adoptive … families and birth parents. Prospective parents in B.C. can consider different types of adoption. Options include …
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… January 27, 2025 Overview Eating well and being active can help you stay healthy and strong, as well as prevent and … eating Eating well is important for healthy aging It can prevent muscle and bone loss, support brain health, and … BC File #68j) Healthy eating for seniors (Government of Canada) Healthy eating for seniors handbook Supporting your …
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… day and night. By 32 weeks of pregnancy, your baby's eyes can respond to changes in light. The lungs and central … system are working well enough that a baby born this month can breathe and keep fairly warm with medical support. … day and night. By 32 weeks of pregnancy, your baby's eyes can respond to changes in light. The lungs and central …
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… Last updated March 1, 2017 There are lots of things that can stand in the way of being physically active. … or so. You have low self-confidence and aren’t sure you can do it. What to do Move some of the excuses out of the … Focus on the benefits of being active. Believe that you can reach your activity goal. Stage 3: Preparation You’ve …
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… give birth. In British Columbia, women and their partners can choose to have their baby in a hospital or at home. You … during your labour and birth. Babies born at home A midwife can provide labour support for both hospital and home … health, without any medical problems in my pregnancy? Where can my healthcare provider attend the birth? Will my partner …
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… Last updated March 1, 2017 Being more physically active can help you feel better, deal with stress more easily, and … your activity only on weekends. Sudden spurts of activity can put stress on your bones and joints. Dress properly for …
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… take a warm shower. Make sure you have someone nearby who can help you if you need support or start feeling dizzy or … and keep your baby warm, calm, and stable. Partners can use skin to skin contact to help keep baby warm if you …
