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… Iron-rich foods for babies and toddlers Last updated September 17, 2024 … iron? Introduce iron-rich foods to your baby at around 6 months. This is when your baby’s iron supply starts to … babies and young children: For child care providers (#110b) Feeding your baby formula: Before you start (#69a) Feeding …
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… Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child care providers Last … Toddler's First Steps www.healthlinkbc.ca/pregnancy-parenting/toddlers-first-steps Rules for operating a …
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… HIV testing in pregnancy Last updated July 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File … 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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… Pregnancy and dental health Last updated July 1, 2021 … during pregnancy important? It is important to take care of your teeth and gums during pregnancy for the following … and having a pre-term or low-birth weight baby. These babies are at greater risk of having developmental problems, …
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… Pregnancy and alcohol use Last updated July 1, 2021 … during pregnancy? There are a number of risks for you and your developing baby if you drink alcohol when you are pregnant. Fetal …
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… Your child's feelings Last updated April 1, 2019 HealthLink … wrong.” Notice cues that say distress You cannot spoil a baby with too much attention. Do not ignore distress cues … to develop in a healthy way. Research also tell us that babies whose cries are responded to right away cry less …
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… Vitamin D and your health Last updated September 1, 2021 HealthLink BC … from food and supplements. Age Aim for Stay below 0-6 months 400IU (10µg) 1000IU (25µg) 6-12 months 400IU (10µg) … µg = microgram *Including those who are pregnant or breastfeeding Do some people need more vitamin D? If you take …
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… The benefits of immunizing your child Last updated January 1, 2016 HealthLink BC File … said Nathan had a stroke, likely from having chickenpox 6 months earlier. Nathan had not had the chickenpox vaccine. … help protect: Your family, friends and neighbours Young babies Seniors People with diseases such as cancer or other …
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… total intake from food and any supplements. Age Aim for 0-6 months 200 mg 6-12 months 260 mg 1 to 3 years 700 mg 4 to 8 … mg = milligram *Including those who are pregnant or breastfeeding Which foods contain calcium? Foods that are high in … during times of bone growth, such as during childhood and pregnancy. Having enough vitamin D helps your body better …
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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 … toothbrushes Avoid licking soothers to clean them Avoid feeding your baby with a spoon that has been in your mouth … or pacifiers? Soothers or pacifiers are sometimes given to babies during rest, sleep or other times. If you choose to …
