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… against the hepatitis B virus. It is provided free to babies as part of their routine immunizations. The vaccine … B? Hepatitis B is a virus that attacks the liver. When babies get infected with hepatitis B, the virus is very … you can breastfeed. Hepatitis B cannot be spread by breastfeeding unless your nipples are cracked and bleeding. For …
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… Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child care providers Last … offering them food Do not prop or leave a baby alone with a bottle. The liquid can come out too fast and cause choking … babies and young children: For child care providers (#110b) Feeding your baby formula: Before you start (#69a) Feeding …
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… a health concern for: Pregnant women Developing babies Babies less than 6 months old The elderly Individuals … breast-fed infants have less exposure to nitrate than bottle-fed infants. In severe cases, high levels of nitrate … Ready-to-feed formula is recommended if you are not breastfeeding and you do not have access to a safe water source. …
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… in B.C. 1-800-663-1441. Does drinking during breast/chest feeding cause FASD? No, drinking alcohol while breast/chest feeding or expressing human milk to feed by bottle does not cause FASD. However, your baby is exposed to … for the health and well-being of both lactating parents and babies. If you choose to drink alcohol while feeding your …
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… sticky or sugary foods) Constant use of a baby bottle or sippy cup filled with milk, juice or formula … toothbrushes Avoid licking soothers to clean them Avoid feeding your baby with a spoon that has been in your mouth … or pacifiers? Soothers or pacifiers are sometimes given to babies during rest, sleep or other times. If you choose to …
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… are all nutritious drink choices. Pack a reusable water bottle so your child can refill it during the day. Trust … Child Nutrition Series Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child care providers (#110b) Feeding your baby formula: Before you start (#69a) Feeding …
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… baby during pregnancy, childbirth or while breast/chest feeding. Because of the risk of passing HIV to your baby, it … body. HIV can also be passed to your baby when breast/chest feeding. Breast/chest feeding or expressing your milk and feeding your baby by bottle is not recommended if you are living with HIV. What …
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… enough sleep can also be a concern for parents. Over time, babies gradually sleep longer during the night. How can I … (babies should be cozy and warm, but not too hot) Breastfeeding has also been shown to reduce the risk of SIDs. Room … how to fall asleep on their own: Breastfeed, chestfeed or bottle feed at the start of the bedtime routine Rock or sing …
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… in removing many disease-causing organisms. Can I drink bottled water? Bottled water in B.C. may or may not have been treated. If … #49b Disinfecting Drinking Water HealthLinkBC File #69b Feeding Your Baby Formula: Safely Making and Storing Formula …
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… worse or more likely to occur It is safest to keep babies younger than 12 months out of direct sunlight … help keep them cool Keep hydrated 0-6 months Offer more feedings of breast/chest milk or formula than usual. Put a … offering water in a variety of ways such as by water bottle or cup with a straw as age-appropriate and offer …
