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Iron in Foods

… The amount of iron you need each day depends on your age, sex, whether you are pregnant or breastfeeding, and … (1/2 cup) 1.5 to 2.1 Potato, baked with skin 1 medium 1.9 Bagel ½ bagel 1.9 Seaweed, agar (dried) 8 g (1/2 cup) 1.7 Prune puree …

Iron-rich foods for babies and toddlers

… vegetables and fruits such as broccoli, snow peas, red cabbage, bell peppers, kiwi, mango, papaya, peaches, … milk fat) in an open cup if your baby is: 9 to 12 months of age and Eating a variety of iron-rich foods Too much milk … offer more than 3 cups (750 mL) of cow milk in a day. After age 2, other options include skim, 1% and 2% cow milk and …

Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease CJD

… Tests on the fluid surrounding the spinal cord Brain images using MRI scans Recordings of the brain’s electrical … are similar, although vCJD usually occurs before the age of 30. vCJD is sometimes called human mad cow disease, … on CJD, please visit the Canadian Alzheimer Society web page on Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease at …

Living well with hepatitis B virus infection

… Preventing sexually transmitted infections (STIs) Encourage your sex partner(s) and people you live with to get … toothbrushes or nail files Keep all open cuts and sores bandaged until healed Put articles that could have your blood on … plastic bags before disposing them into household garbage, including bandages, tissues, tampons, razors or dental …

Sleep related infant death

… is most likely to occur in babies between 2 and 4 months of age. The second kind of sleep-related infant death is … can usually roll over on their own at 5 to 7 months of age. Place your baby on a firm surface that is free of … available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, in multiple languages Share a room with your baby Sharing a room helps …

Feeding your baby formula Safely making and storing formula

… babies continue to be offered human milk until 2 years of age or older. Parents may give their baby formula for a … make your baby sick. This should be done for a baby of any age. First wash: Gather the feeding equipment, such as …

Shaken baby syndrome SBS

… different locations. This may result in permanent brain damage, physical disabilities or death. Even minor injuries to … die and as many as 80 percent have permanent brain damage. Shaking injuries do not occur during regular … going over bumps in a stroller does not cause SBS. What damage can shaking a baby cause? Shaking a baby can cause: …

Your child and play from birth to 3 years

… Through play and curiosity, your child develops language skills, social skills such as cooperation and sharing, … from being stimulated. An environment with lots of language is very good for a baby. Talk to your baby about what … to your child. Speaking and reading in different languages will not confuse your baby. Babies also enjoy music and …

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

… soft fruits and toast By around 8 to 12 months of age, your baby will be able to bite and chew chopped foods. … offer solid foods to your baby each day depends on their age and appetite. Work towards the following: By 8 months: 2 … Other protein foods: Full-fat plain yogurt, unsalted cottage cheese Grated or small pieces of hard cheese, like …

Toxic shock syndrome

… light-headedness, shortness of breath and a sunburn-like rash. In general, TSS symptoms can develop as soon as 12 … you can prevent TSS by: Following the directions on package inserts, including directions on cleaning and … or contraceptive sponge in for more than 12 to 18 hours Image … Toxic shock syndrome …