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… to develop in a healthy way. Research also tell us that babies whose cries are responded to right away cry less after the first year than babies whose parents let them “cry it out.” After the newborn period, babies can tolerate short times of mild distress, such as …
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… sound before the next breath. This cough can last several months and occurs more often at night. About 1 in 170 … and Patches for Immunizations (#50h) Immunizations at 2 months of age (#50i) Immunizations at 12 months of age (#50j) … Grade 9 immunizations in BC …
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… for using repellents with DEET Infants less than 6 months of age . Do not use any repellents that contain DEET. … with mosquito netting tucked over baby carriers Children 6 months to 2 years of age . When children 6 months to 2 years of age live or travel in an area at high …
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… have a greater risk of miscarriages, premature birth and babies with low birth weight. How does second-hand smoke harm babies and children? Children are at higher risk of getting … are still developing. Second-hand smoke is harmful to babies and children in the following ways: Babies who …
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… is available at no charge and recommended for everyone 6 months of age and older. The vaccine is especially … risk of serious illness from influenza, include: Children 6 months to less than 5 years of age Pregnant people at any … or joint soreness Fatigue Nausea Vomiting Diarrhea Chills Babies and young children may be irritable, sleepy and have …
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… refers to the development of cavities in children from 6 months to 6 years of age. Once your child has teeth, they … Introduce your baby to using a lidless cup between 6 and 9 months of age. After 12 months, water is the best choice … or pacifiers? Soothers or pacifiers are sometimes given to babies during rest, sleep or other times. If you choose to …
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… Febrile seizures occur in children between the ages of 6 months and 5 years. About 1 in 25 children will have a … *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care … longer than 3 minutes or if the child is younger than 6 months If your child has had a seizure, even a brief one, …
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… get the vaccines? The vaccines are recommended for those 6 months of age and older. The vaccines are especially … 5 years of age and older should get one dose. Children 6 months to 4 years of age and people with weakened immune … swollen lymph nodes under the armpit, nausea and vomiting. Babies and young children may be irritable, sleepy and have …
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… should get the hepatitis B vaccine? The vaccine is given to babies as a series of 3 doses at 2, 4 and 6 months of age. It is usually combined with other childhood … 1st dose 2 months 2nd dose 4 months 3rd dose 6 months Some babies are at greater risk of being infected with hepatitis …
