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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. … your own health and help you have a healthy pregnancy and baby. Should I get tested if I am planning a pregnancy? …
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… of date. Do I need to take extra precautions to protect my baby from the sun and heat? Yes. Babies younger than 12 … months out of the sun. Try to find or create shade for your baby if you are going to be outside. Use a stroller with a sunshade if possible. If your baby must be in the sun, you can apply sunscreen to small …
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… catching their breath. Why is folate important for my baby? Folate lowers the risk of your unborn baby having a neural tube defect (NTD). The neural tube is the part of a growing baby that becomes the brain and spine. NTDs happen when this …
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… if they have their own seat Can I travel by air with my baby? Do not travel by air with a premature infant (baby) or infant younger than 7 days old. While the plane is taking off and landing, breastfeed or bottle-feed your baby. Feeding your child gets them to swallow and prevents …
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… November 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 92a Child Development Series Download PDF Document English Document … 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 …
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… routine of meals and snacks is important for your child’s growth and development. Offer your child 3 small meals and 2 to 3 … children: For child care providers (#110b) Feeding your baby formula: Before you start (#69a) Feeding your baby …
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… food they need varies based on their age, activity level, growth rate and appetite. It’s normal for your child to eat … children: For child care providers (#110b) Feeding your baby formula: Before you start (#69a) Feeding your baby formula: Safely making and storing formula (#69b) …
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… updated April 1, 2019 HealthLink BC File number 92c Child Development Series Download PDF Document English Document … 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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… they need to: Learn during the day and Support their growth and development Offer your child a variety of: Vegetables and … children: For child care providers (#110b) Feeding your baby formula: Before you start (#69a) Feeding your baby …
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… in the environment. Nitrate is essential for plant growth and is present in all vegetables and grains. Nitrate … this condition occurs in infants it is also known as “blue baby syndrome”. Babies under 6 months are particularly at … Have your well water tested for nitrate Never give your baby well water, or infant formula mixed with well water, …
