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… (daily or almost daily) and over a long time (several months or years) can hurt the lungs if smoked and make it …
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… has become more common since doctors began advising that babies sleep on their back to lower the risk of sudden … If your baby's head shape does not get better by around 6 months, let your doctor know. If the flattened head is … your baby to turn his or her head in a different direction. Babies usually turn their heads away from the wall, toward …
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… you will have a healthy pregnancy and a healthy baby or babies. The risk of premature birth is higher when you are … longer and your chances of delivering one or more healthy babies. Carrying triplets or more increases the risk of … stress related to infant care. Caring for three or more babies can be stressful, especially if any of them has …
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… my baby at a hospital that is equipped to care for sick babies. Darla, age 35 I am prepared to accept my child, … my baby at a hospital that is equipped to care for sick babies." — Darla, age 35 "I am prepared to accept my child, … my baby at a hospital that is equipped to care for sick babies. Darla, age 35 I am prepared to accept my child, …
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… that your baby cannot move his or her head as well as other babies. You may also notice a lump in your baby's neck … problems. Your doctor may also check your baby's hips. Some babies who have congenital torticollis also have an abnormal … play with them. If your baby does not improve after a few months of stretching, contact your doctor. There may be …
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… non-toxic materials and are specially designed for teething babies. Teething rings come in many different sizes and … very least, irritate his or her skin. Cold foods or liquids Babies often resist feedings when they are teething. Sucking … These types of foods can be given to babies older than 8 months. Give your child pieces of chewy foods that are small …
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… what kind of care you may need. These include: Your age . Babies and older adults tend to get sicker quicker. Your … what kind of care you may need. These include: Your age . Babies and older adults tend to get sicker quicker. Your …
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… get the infection during birth. It is unclear why some babies get group B strep infection and others do not. … or during the first week of life, or it may happen several months later. It's not clear how babies who develop the infection later are exposed to the …
