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… liquids. Initially, milk shakes or other beverages that have a thick consistency are better for learning to drink out of a cup. Have your child sit in an upright position and in an area … eating skills at a later age than other children. If you have problems feeding your baby or don't think he or she is …
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… in the nose, but it may cause more side effects. If you have any medical conditions speak to your pharmacist or … They may not be safe for young children or for people who have certain health problems, so check the label first. Do … and Tylenol at the same time. Many of these medicines have acetaminophen, which is Tylenol. Read the labels to …
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… A person with early-stage dementia or Alzheimer's may have trouble finding the right words. As dementia gets … the person's hand or putting an arm around his or her shoulder may get through when nothing else can. Pay … the person's hand or putting an arm around his or her shoulder may get through when nothing else can. Pay …
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… Action Stage 5: Maintenance Stage 1: Pre-contemplation You haven’t even started thinking about finding time for activity in your busy schedule. You don’t have any plans to become active. You aren’t totally aware of … 2: Contemplation You know you need to be active, but you have lots of excuses, like your job is too busy or the …
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… Information Overview Foods like milk and fruits have naturally occurring sugars. Added sugars are those that … footnote 1 Many packaged or processed foods and drinks have added sugars. The best way to know if an item contains … Some of them may be low in saturated fat and salt but still have a lot of sugar. For example, look out for sugar in: …
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… when an older adult becomes frail? People who are frail may have trouble doing everyday tasks—going shopping, getting … get worse quickly. People who are frail are more likely to have depression and to get infections. And it's much harder … for a frail older adult by encouraging your loved one to have a healthy lifestyle and stay connected. You can also …
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… to quench your thirst. Drink a glass of water before you have any alcohol. Have another glass along with every drink or between drinks. Shrink your drink. For example, have a bottle of beer instead of a pint. Use a smaller glass …
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… 6 cm (2.5 in.) and gain about 3 kg (7 lb) in a year. May have arms and legs that seem too long for their bodies. Lose … 2, 4 - 3). Can tell the difference between right and left. Have a black-and-white perspective much of the time. Things … Scouts. Are more likely to follow rules they help create. Have quickly changing emotions. Angry outbursts are common. …
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… help prevent DVT from travel? Even if you are healthy and have a low risk of blood clots, a long flight or road trip … aren't tight around your waist or your legs. If you already have a risk of blood clots, talk to your doctor before … call a doctor Call 9-1-1 or other emergency services if you have pulmonary embolism symptoms, including: Sudden …
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… Willingly help put things away Accept new people, if you have talked to them Begin to start playing with others Show … and cry if they cry React to other people’s emotions Have a security toy or blanket Have tantrums Useful resources Your child’s feelings … …