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A better immunization experience for your child

… for you, try to be calm during the appointment and when talking about immunization with your child Use a … this" Consider using numbing creams and patches: These products ease the feeling of pain by blocking pain receptors in … comforts your baby. Sucking and the sweet taste of breast milk distract your baby. Breast milk also contains natural …

Your babys immune system and vaccines

… of your baby’s immune system is used for a short time even when your baby gets several vaccines. Why is it important … for my baby to get vaccines on time? Vaccines work best when they are given on time. To protect your baby as soon as …

Meal and snack ideas for your 1 to 3 year old child

… butters, dark green vegetables, whole grain foods Calcium: milk, yogurt, kefir, cheese, fortified soy beverage (offer … D: fatty fish such as salmon and rainbow trout, cow’s milk, fortified soy beverage (offer after age 2), egg yolk, … dip and chopped cucumbers Sweet Fruit smoothie made with milk or yogurt and fresh or frozen fruit Homemade popsicles …

Your child and play from birth to 3 years

… how they are feeling. These cues will also help you know when your baby is ready for interaction and play and when they need to take a break from being stimulated. An … not confuse your baby. Babies also enjoy music and like when you sing to them. Play the music you like and your baby …

Your childs development from birth to 3 years

… as a way of communicating needs Coos and gurgles happily when given attention Startles at noise and responds to … sounds in time Stretches or moves arms and legs Lifts head when lying on tummy Holds head up to search for sounds and … shows a preference for familiar people Laughs and squeals when happy By 6 months understands that an object still …

Protecting your baby against hepatitis B at birth

… hepatitis B? Hepatitis B is a virus that attacks the liver. When babies get infected with hepatitis B, the virus is very … . How is a baby protected against hepatitis B at birth? When a mother is infected with hepatitis B, or at risk of … be on a different immunization schedule. If you are unsure when your baby should be immunized or tested, speak with …

Feeding your baby formula Before you start

… Child Nutrition Series Download PDF Document English Human milk (breast milk) is the only food a baby needs for the first 6 months … religious or cultural reasons Start to offer solid foods when your baby is around 6 months of age Continue offering …

Helping your 1 to 3 Year old child eat well

… snack times. Your role is to decide what foods to offer, when to serve them and where. Your child's role is to decide … seed butters, tofu, meat, fish, poultry, eggs and dairy products What should I offer my child to drink? Offer healthy drinks such as breastmilk, plain whole cow’s milk and water. After age 2, other …

Feeding your baby formula Safely making and storing formula

… Child Nutrition Series Download PDF Document English Human milk (breast milk) is the only food a baby needs for the first 6 months … date. To help you remember, write the date on the lid when you first open the can. How do I get formula to the …

Feeding your baby Sample meals for babies 6 to 12 months old

… these tips to reduce the risk of choking and food poisoning When preparing vegetables and fruits: Wash produce. Peel … Finely chop stringy foods like celery and pineapple When preparing protein foods: Cook eggs until the yolk is … babies. Solid foods can be offered before or after human milk or formula. Do what works best for you and your baby. …