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… Making the Most of Your Appointment On this page: Overview Preparing for Your … is an expert on medical care, but you are the expert on yourself. Often there is more than one option for diagnosing … and keep a list of the medicines you take. Prepare your child for tests and examinations. Let your child know why he …
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… Diabetes in Children: Checking Blood Sugar in a Child Actionset Overview You and your child need to know when your child's blood sugar level is outside the target range. …
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… Your milk supply Last updated August 13, 2013 Download PDF: … their baby seems to be feeding constantly! The truth is, if your baby's feeding well, gaining weight, and has lots of … supply and demand is essential to breastfeeding - the more your baby feeds, the more milk you produce. Click here to …
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… Food and your health Overview Tips on eating habits, planning ahead … and learn how to make lifelong positive changes to improve your health. Image Plan, shop and prepare Resources for meal … water safety and how to prepare for emergencies. … Food and your health …
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… Supporting your condition Overview Resources to help you manage a … Image Spinal cord injuries and back pain … Supporting your condition …
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… Iron and your health Last updated February 21, 2025 HealthLink BC … English Why is iron important? Iron is a mineral that your body uses to make hemoglobin. Hemoglobin is found in … more easily. Iron is especially important for babies and children. It supports healthy growth, brain development, and …
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… Work Closely With Your Doctor On this page: Overview Find a Doctor Who Will Be … make sure you know what you are supposed to do to care for yourself. Ask for written information, links to videos and … and keep a list of the medicines you take. Prepare your child for tests and examinations. Let your child know why he …
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… Navigating Your Hospital Stay On this page: Before You … Leave Navigating Your Hospital Stay— Hospitals can be big, … smoothly. Preparing for Your Hospital Stay Preparing Your Child for the Hospital Learn how to manage stress Stress …
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… Comforting a Child Who Has a Respiratory Illness On this page: Overview … Overview Here are some ways you can help comfort your child who has a respiratory illness (such as … respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infection or a cold): Ask your doctor if your child can take acetaminophen or …
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… Allergies in Children: Giving an Epinephrine Shot to a Child Actionset Overview If your child has had a severe allergic reaction ( anaphylaxis … can come on quickly and become life-threatening. Giving your child an epinephrine shot can slow down or stop an …
