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… Baby's first foods Last updated October 3, 2024 HealthLink … a daily 400 IU vitamin D supplement can provide all of a baby’s nutrient needs. Some babies are fed infant formula, … a vitamin D supplement. When do I offer solid foods to my baby? Start offering solid foods to your baby at around 6 …
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… babies sleep for about 16 hours a day. Planning where your baby can sleep safely is important. Creating a safe sleeping environment for your baby will reduce the risk of injuries and sleep related … time’ (lying on his or her stomach) is needed for healthy development. This also prevents temporary flat spots that …
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… Feeding your baby: Sample meals for babies 6 to 12 months old Last … on food safety and amounts of food to offer your baby. How do I prepare food safely for my baby? Choose from a variety of safe textures Your baby will …
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… Shaken baby syndrome (SBS) Last updated July 1, 2021 HealthLink BC … out why a baby is crying; sometimes it is not so easy. Developmentally, it is normal for babies to cry more and for … 3 hours. Your baby may want to feed more frequently during growth spurts. Burp your baby after feeding Check your …
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… Your child's development from birth to 3 years Last updated April 29, … can help you support them through their years of very rapid growth and development. During periods of exciting … to your health care provider. From birth to 3 months, your baby: Recognizes parents’ voices, right from birth Discovers …
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… Your baby's immune system and vaccines Last updated January 1, … and the immune system. I know why it is important for my baby to get all vaccines on time. Yes No I know why my child … than one vaccine at a time. Yes No I know that getting my baby immunized is the best way to protect them from serious …
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… Are prepared to a safe texture. Offer new textures as your baby gets older Have different tastes and colours Are made … of age as they do not have enough fat and energy to support growth and development. Can I offer my child plant-based beverages …
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… are ready to start solid foods around 6 months old. Your baby can eat many of the same foods enjoyed by the rest of … provide key nutrients needed for your child’s health and growth Offer soy-based formula until 2 years of age The … enough energy and nutrients for your child’s growth and development. Nutrients to pay attention to include protein, …
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… to all parts of the body. Children need iron for healthy growth and development, including brain development. How can I make … my child has enough iron? Introduce iron-rich foods to your baby at around 6 months. This is when your baby’s iron …
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… Protecting your baby against hepatitis B at birth Last updated February 1, … B vaccine at birth? The hepatitis B vaccine is given to a baby at birth if their mother has hepatitis B, or is at high risk of hepatitis B infection. A baby who has a household member or caregiver with hepatitis …
