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… Protecting your baby against hepatitis B at birth Last updated February 1, … you can breastfeed. Hepatitis B cannot be spread by breastfeeding unless your nipples are cracked and bleeding. For … the B.C. Immunization Schedules www.healthlinkbc.ca/tools-videos/bc-immunization-schedules or visit ImmunizeBC …
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… and alert before offering them food Do not prop or leave a baby alone with a bottle. The liquid can come out too fast … babies and young children: For child care providers (#110b) Feeding your baby formula: Before you start (#69a) Feeding your baby …
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… Breastfeeding or chestfeeding Last updated July 12, 2024 … or non-binary parents to describe how they feed their baby from their bodies. Both chestfeeding and breastfeeding … were pregnant. Listen to your body’s hunger and fullness cues. If you need to eat a little more each day, you can try …
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… come for a visit. You haven’t done anything wrong.” Notice cues that say distress You cannot spoil a baby with too much attention. Do not ignore distress cues that tell you when your baby is hurt, sick, afraid or lonely. Responding to your …
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… are changing and growing. Listening to your child’s unique cues can help you support them through their years of very … to your health care provider. From birth to 3 months, your baby: Recognizes parents’ voices, right from birth Discovers … moving objects with their eyes From 3 to 6 months, your baby: Lifts head about 90 degrees Sits with some support …
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… is not known how much alcohol it takes to cause harm. Your baby's brain and nervous system develop throughout your … beer, wine, hard liquor, coolers and ciders, can harm your baby. Binge drinking, that is, drinking more than 3 standard … in B.C. 1-800-663-1441. Does drinking during breast/chest feeding cause FASD? No, drinking alcohol while breast/chest …
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… other people. A person with HIV can pass the virus to their baby during pregnancy, childbirth or while breast/chest feeding. Because of the risk of passing HIV to your baby, it is very important for you to get tested for HIV. …
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… are sleeping? Creating a safe sleeping environment for your baby will reduce the risk of injuries and sleep related … (babies should be cozy and warm, but not too hot) Breastfeeding has also been shown to reduce the risk of SIDs. Room … about how to make every sleep as safe as possible for your baby. See HealthLinkBC File #107 Safe Sleeping For Babies …
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… Dental care keep teeth healthy for a lifetime. Healthy baby teeth help children eat and speak clearly. Baby teeth guide permanent adult teeth into the proper … toothbrushes Avoid licking soothers to clean them Avoid feeding your baby with a spoon that has been in your mouth …
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… and play As a parent, you are the first to play with your baby. Playing with your baby helps you build a strong attachment that will give your … babies By being attentive to your baby, you will learn the cues they give to tell you what they need and how they are …
