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Pregnancy and alcohol use Last updated July 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 38d Download PDF Document English … Spanish Document Vietnamese What are the risks of drinking during pregnancy? There are a number of risks for you and your developing baby if you drink alcohol when you are …
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… Safe sleeping for babies Last updated October 1, 2018 HealthLink BC File number 107 Download PDF Document English … life, babies sleep for about 16 hours a day. Planning where your baby can sleep safely is important. Creating a safe … take care of your baby; it is important for all parents, babysitters and caregivers to be informed about safe …
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… HIV testing in pregnancy Last updated July 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 38a Download PDF Document English … 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 …
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… Feeding your baby formula: Safely making and storing formula Last updated October 30, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 69b Child Nutrition Series … for no more than 15 minutes. Shake the bottle a few times during warming. Do not get tap water on the nipple or ring. …
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… Baby's first foods Last updated October 3, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 69c Child Nutrition Series … offer solid foods to my baby? Start offering solid foods to your baby at around 6 months. All babies need more nutrients … and toddlers (#69k) Breastfeeding or chestfeeding (#70) … Babys first foods …
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… Shaken baby syndrome (SBS) Last updated July 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 86 Download PDF Document English … useful resources and strategies below to support you when your baby's crying causes feelings of frustration or … the crying. Talk to others who care for your baby such as babysitters, relatives and friends about how to safely care …
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… Safety for the perinatal population during extreme heat Last updated June 27, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 35a Heat-related Series Download … of pregnancy related complications. If it gets very hot in your home, plan to go somewhere cooler if possible.  By …
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Your child's feelings Last updated April 1, 2019 HealthLink … (even “bad” feelings) are normal and that there are healthy ways to respond to them. For example, “I’m feeling …
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… for babies and toddlers Last updated September 23, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 69j Child Nutrition Series … about eating well while following a vegan eating pattern during early childhood. What do I offer my child to eat? A … babies are ready to start solid foods around 6 months old. Your baby can eat many of the same foods enjoyed by the rest …
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… for babies and toddlers Last updated September 25, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 69k Child Nutrition Series … well while following a lacto-ovo vegetarian eating pattern during early childhood.  What do I offer my child to eat?  A … babies are ready to start solid foods around 6 months old. Your child can eat many of the same foods enjoyed by the …