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… Toilet learning Last updated November 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File … toilet, or to become independent in toileting. Start when your child shows you they are ready. Make toilet learning a … want to be more independent. However, it is important to keep in mind that children develop and learn new skills at …
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… Petting zoo and open farm visits Last updated January 1, 2024 HealthLink BC … Spanish Document Vietnamese Visiting a petting zoo or open farm can be a fun and educational event, but any … Stomach cramps Nausea Vomiting Bloating Gas If you or your child experience any of these symptoms after visiting a …
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… Fibre and Your Health Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File … heart disease, and colon cancer. Insoluble fibre can help keep your gut healthy and prevent constipation. Soluble … blood cholesterol level Control your blood sugar levels Keep you feeling full longer How much fibre do I need? …
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… Calcium and your health Last updated September 1, 2021 HealthLink BC … strong bones. Getting enough calcium later in life helps keep bones strong and slows bone loss. It also helps … Aim to include several of these foods each day to meet your calcium needs. If you don't eat foods high in calcium …
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… Your child's feelings Last updated April 1, 2019 HealthLink … short times of mild distress, such as when they are learning to sleep longer periods at night. Young children … behaves aggressively, look for the reasons and offer help. Keep your voice calm and be respectful and let your child …
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… Iron and Your Health Last updated November 1, 2020 HealthLink BC File … Vietnamese Why is iron important? Iron is a mineral that your body uses to make hemoglobin (pronounced … can be harmful, especially for infants and children. Always keep iron supplements, including multivitamins with iron, …
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… Vitamin D and your health Last updated September 1, 2021 HealthLink BC … Vietnamese Why do I need vitamin D? Vitamin D helps your body absorb and use calcium for strong bones and teeth. … vitamin D? You can get vitamin D from food and supplements. Your body can also make vitamin D when you are outside and …
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… The benefits of immunizing your child Last updated January 1, 2016 HealthLink BC File … health unit or health care provider to make an appointment. Keep your child safe. Get all vaccines on time. By getting … and can be fatal. Due to his stroke, Nathan has problems learning, and he will have lifelong problems moving his body …
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… Dietary Fats and Your Health Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File … you feel full longer. The type of fat you eat can affect your health. Choosing unsaturated instead of saturated fats can help reduce your risk of heart disease. What are some food sources of …
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… Dental care for your infant and toddler Last updated March 1, 2021 … early is important for your child’s health. Dental care keep teeth healthy for a lifetime. Healthy baby teeth help … your baby’s gums even before the teeth come into the mouth. Keeping your child’s teeth and gums clean is the easiest way …
