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… HIV testing in pregnancy Last updated July 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File … breast/chest feeding. Because of the risk of passing HIV to your baby, it is very important for you to get tested for … a healthy pregnancy and baby. Should I get tested if I am planning a pregnancy? Knowing your HIV status is important …
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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 … It is safest not to drink at all when you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or having barrier free sex. Is …
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… Pregnancy and dental health Last updated July 1, 2021 … Spanish Document Vietnamese Why is dental health during pregnancy important? It is important to take care of your teeth and gums during pregnancy for the following …
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… Pregnancy and folic acid (folate): Preventing neural tube … is folate important for my baby? Folate lowers the risk of your unborn baby having a neural tube defect (NTD). The … tube defect? NTDs can happen during the very early weeks of pregnancy, when you may not know that you are pregnant. This …
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… Your child's feelings Last updated April 1, 2019 HealthLink … someone in their life who loves them no matter what. Show your child that you love them all the time – even when you are angry with them. Let your child know you love them by smiling, touching, talking, …
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… Fibre and Your Health Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File … Why is fibre important? Eating high-fibre foods can lower your risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and colon … g 14 to18 38 g 26 g 19 to 50 38 g 25 g 51 to 70+ 30 g 21 g Pregnancy (any age) / 28 g Breast feeding (any age) / 29 g g …
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… Calcium and your health Last updated September 1, 2021 HealthLink BC … Aim to include several of these foods each day to meet your calcium needs. If you don't eat foods high in calcium … during times of bone growth, such as during childhood and pregnancy. Having enough vitamin D helps your body better …
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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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… Iron and your health Last updated February 21, 2025 HealthLink BC … 18 11 mg 15 mg 19 to 50 8 mg 18 mg 51 and older 8 mg 8 mg Pregnancy, any age -- 27 mg Lactation, under 19 -- 10 mg … needs. How do I get enough iron if I'm pregnant? During pregnancy, more iron is needed to support the growth of your …
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… The benefits of immunizing your child Last updated January 1, 2016 HealthLink BC File … Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Protect your children. Get all their vaccines on time. The vaccines are free. Call your local public health unit or health care provider to …
