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… The most common trigger for shaking a baby is a baby's crying. Shaken baby injuries often occur when a parent or … wrong as a parent. Here are some suggestions that may help comfort your baby: Snuggle your baby close to your chest; … take a break. For more information For more information on ways to comfort your baby, review the Period of PURPLE …
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… babies sleep for about 16 hours a day. Planning where your baby can sleep safely is important. Creating a safe sleeping … her back every time (at night and for naps) Babies should always be placed on their backs to sleep. Healthy babies and … baby warm but not hot The temperature of the room should be comfortable for an adult. A sleep sack, blanket-weight …
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… Baby's first foods Last updated October 3, 2024 HealthLink … a daily 400 IU vitamin D supplement can provide all of a baby’s nutrient needs. Some babies are fed infant formula, … How do I keep my baby safe while eating? Prepare foods in ways that reduce your baby’s risk of choking. For example, …
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… Feeding your baby: Sample meals for babies 6 to 12 months old Last … on food safety and amounts of food to offer your baby. How do I prepare food safely for my baby? Choose from a variety of safe textures Your baby will …
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… Food safety: Easy ways to make food safer Last updated March 10, 2023 … or make your own sanitizer with bleach and water. Always follow instructions on the product label. Some … Other foods are not and may contain raw ingredients. Always read the label and follow cooking and storage …
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… Your baby's immune system and vaccines Last updated January 1, … and the immune system. I know why it is important for my baby to get all vaccines on time. Yes No I know why my child … than one vaccine at a time. Yes No I know that getting my baby immunized is the best way to protect them from serious …
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… my child has enough iron? Introduce iron-rich foods to your baby at around 6 months. This is when your baby’s iron supply starts to decrease. It’s also when your … an important source of iron for your child. Here are some ways to use iron-fortified infant cereal in recipes. Oatmeal …
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… Are prepared to a safe texture. Offer new textures as your baby gets older Have different tastes and colours Are made … or no added salt or sugar See HealthLinkBC File #69c: Baby's first foods for information on introducing solid … Congee (rice porridge) with small pieces of tofu and cooked baby bok choy Chickpea pasta, broccoli cooked with olive …
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… are ready to start solid foods around 6 months old. Your baby can eat many of the same foods enjoyed by the rest of … Are prepared to a safe texture. Offer new textures as your baby gets older Have different tastes and colours Are made with little or no added salt or sugar See Baby's first foods - HealthLinkBC File #69c for information …
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… Protecting your baby against hepatitis B at birth Last updated February 1, … B vaccine at birth? The hepatitis B vaccine is given to a baby at birth if their mother has hepatitis B, or is at high … 9-1-1 or the local emergency number. It is important to always report serious or unexpected reactions to your health …
