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… Baby's first foods Last updated October 3, 2024 HealthLink BC File … offer solid foods to my baby? Start offering solid foods to your baby at around 6 months. All babies need more nutrients at this time, especially iron. Your baby may be ready for solid foods if they can: Hold …
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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 … whose cries are responded to right away cry less after the first year than babies whose parents let them “cry it out.” …
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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 … grain” followed by the name of the grain as one of the first ingredients. For example, look for a whole grain flour …
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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. … and toddler feeding guidelines: Baby's Best Chance Toddler First Steps Vitamin D content of specific foods: Canadian …
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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 … toddler feeding guidelines: Baby's Best Chance Toddler's First Steps For more nutrition information, call 8-1-1 to …
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… Iron and Your Health Last updated November 1, 2020 HealthLink BC File … Vietnamese Why is iron important? Iron is a mineral that your body uses to make hemoglobin (pronounced … For more information, see HealthLinkBC File #69c Baby's First Foods . How can I get the most iron from food? Food …
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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 …
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… Dietary Fats and Your Health Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File … you feel full longer. The type of fat you eat can affect your health. Choosing unsaturated instead of saturated fats can help reduce your risk of heart disease. What are some food sources of …
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… Dental care for your infant and toddler Last updated March 1, 2021 … Vietnamese Beginning dental care early is important for your child’s health. Dental care keep teeth healthy for a … about 6 months of age. Your child should have all of their first set of teeth, or “baby” teeth, by 3 years of age. The …
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… Your baby's immune system and vaccines Last updated January … Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Protect your children. Get all their vaccines on time. The vaccines … cough can be a deadly disease for babies. Babies need their first dose at 2 months of age to begin building protection …
