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Safety for infants and young children during extreme heat

… Safety for infants and young children during extreme heat … long periods can be dangerous. If it gets very hot in your home, plan to go somewhere cooler if possible. What can you … their bedroom Sleep in the same room as your infant for the first 6 months. This is safest for them, whether for naps …

Shaken baby syndrome SBS

… the crying. Talk to others who care for your baby such as babysitters, relatives and friends about how to safely care … mouth, licking their lips and sucking their hand. For the first few months of life, babies usually feed at least every …

Your child and play from birth to 3 years

… things work. Your child and play As a parent, you are the first to play with your baby. Playing with your baby helps … around age 3, they will start to play with other children Safety during play To ensure safety, stay ahead of your baby … dangerous things or falling down steps. Child-proof your home and create a safe place for play. For more information …

Food safety Easy ways to make food safer

… Food safety: Easy ways to make food safer Last updated March 10, … over 4 million people get sick from foodborne illness each year. What can I do to prevent foodborne illness? Wash your … smaller portions Cool very hot items at room temperature at first. Place them in the fridge when steaming stops. Leave …

Your babys immune system and vaccines

… cough can be a deadly disease for babies. Babies need their first dose at 2 months of age to begin building protection … protection to last until your child’s next dose at 4-6 years of age. For more information For more information on … age (#50i) Immunizations at 12 months of age (#50j) … Your babys immune system and vaccines …

Vegetarian feeding guidelines for babies and toddlers

… no added salt or sugar See HealthLinkBC File #69c: Baby's first foods for information on introducing solid foods. For … and texture for your child: Breakfast ideas 6-12 months One year and older Scrambled eggs, mashed avocado, whole grain … formula: Safely making and storing formula (#69b) Baby's first foods (#69c) Helping your 1 to 3 Year old child eat …

Vegan feeding guidelines for babies and toddlers

… Are made with little or no added salt or sugar See Baby's first foods - HealthLinkBC File #69c for information on … texture for your child. Breakfast ideas 6-12 months One year and older Strips of pancakes made with iron fortified … formula: Safely making and storing formula (#69b) Baby's first foods (#69c) Helping your 1 to 3 Year old child eat …

Residential hot tubs and pools Health and safety tips

… Residential hot tubs and pools: Health and safety tips Last updated June 6, 2024 HealthLink BC File … or tingling in your feet and hands. How can I ensure the safety of pool and hot tub users? It is the owner’s … dive into a hot tub or shallow pool. Always enter feet first. Alcohol and drugs Alcohol and drugs increase risk. …

Iron-rich foods for babies and toddlers

… enough iron. Offer iron-rich foods every day Your baby’s first foods should be rich in iron. Offer your baby … with a health care provider. HealthLinkBC File #69c Baby’s first foods HealthLinkBC File #68d Iron in foods … (#69b) Baby's first foods (#69c) Helping your 1 to 3 Year old child eat well (#69d) Meal and snack ideas for your …

Your childs development from birth to 3 years

… Your child's development from birth to 3 years Last updated April 29, 2022 HealthLink BC File number … when held Can move or shuffle on belly and then crawl Takes first steps and walks alone, between 8 and 18 months of age … Time for Bed See Baby’s Best Chance at: www.healthlinkbc.ca/babys-best-chance See Toddler’s First Steps at: …