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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 … and for 4 to 6 weeks after, or for as long as you are breastfeeding. If you could become pregnant, or are pregnant or …
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… umbrella if you can’t find a shady spot. If you cannot keep your child out of the sun, make sure to protect their skin … smart” clothing and sunscreen. Sun smart clothing Encourage your child to be “sun-smart.” Make sure they cover up with … of date. Do I need to take extra precautions to protect my baby from the sun and heat? Yes. Babies younger than 12 …
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… Tigrina Document Ukrainian Document Vietnamese Keep your child safe. Get all vaccines on time. By getting all vaccines on time, your child can be protected from many diseases over a … Canada. The Men-C vaccine is provided free as part of your child’s routine immunizations. Call your health care …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Keep your child safe.  Get all vaccines on time. By getting all vaccines on time, your child can be protected from many diseases over a … cause serious complications and birth defects  in an unborn baby including deafness, eye problems, heart defects, liver …
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… Spanish Document Vietnamese Document Tigrinya Protect your children. Get all their vaccines on time. The vaccines are free. Call your local public health unit or health care provider to … about vaccine safety. I know that vaccines are safe for my baby. Yes No I know vaccines are so safe that my baby can …
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… discharge of a person with the disease and then touching your own eyes or mouth (for example from a wet tissue, a … who gets fifth disease can pass it to their developing baby. The disease can also be spread through blood or blood … stay away from work, school or childcare as long as you or your child feels well. Who can get fifth disease? Anyone can …
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… getting lost. How can I prepare for the wilderness? Whether your activity is during the summer or winter, on land or … three T’s and follow these simple steps: Trip planning Plan your travel route Know the terrain and conditions Check the … A companion can help in an emergency. Be prepared for emergencies Ensure everyone with you understands what to do …
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… infected humans. Some of these diseases can be passed from your pet to you. What diseases can I catch from my pet? Pets … Trim its nails often Keep your pet’s living and feeding area clean Control parasites such as roundworms, … women can cause serious problems for the developing baby such as brain damage or death. People undergoing …
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… during pregnancy? There are a number of risks for you and your developing baby if you drink alcohol when you are pregnant. Fetal … There is no safe time to drink alcohol during pregnancy. Your baby’s brain and nervous system develop all throughout …
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… PID infection Sexual contact Medical procedures that open your cervix such as abortion, dilation & curettage (D&C), or … intravenous (IV) antibiotic treatment. You should return to your health care provider 3 to 7 days after starting … Oil-based lubricants, such as petroleum jelly, lotion or baby oil, can weaken and destroy latex Water or oil-based …