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Swelling

… procedure. Or it may be from a substance, such as dye, used during the procedure. Swelling may occur at an intravenous … Swelling in the feet may be more obvious in the third trimester of the pregnancy. Generalized swelling can be a … what kind of care you may need. These include: Your age . Babies and older adults tend to get sicker quicker. Your …

Sore Throat and Other Throat Problems

… usual) Is your baby having trouble breathing ? Sometimes babies may have trouble breathing because of a stuffy nose. … smoke. Don't use other tobacco products either. And avoid second-hand smoke . When to call for help during self-care Call a doctor if any of the following occur …

Bottle-Feeding

… Information Overview A lot of people bottle-feed their babies. Sometimes it's a personal decision. Sometimes … your baby should not go longer than 4 hours without eating during the day for the first few months. Sit in a … Breastfeeding Diarrhea, Age 11 and Younger Growth and Development, Ages 1 to 12 Months Growth and Development, …

Breastfeeding or chestfeeding

… your baby because it: Is the safest and healthiest food for babies Is easy for your baby to digest Helps your baby’s physical, emotional and intellectual development Results in fewer infections, such as pneumonia, … feeding. This often happens in the first few days and during growth spurts. By their second day of life, most …

Your milk supply

… versions of this article. To keep supply and demand working during breastfeeding: Avoid unnecessary supplements such as formula. If babies fill up with other foods, they don't 'demand' enough …

Angiogram of the Lung

… of the blood flow in the blood vessels of the lung . During an angiogram, a thin tube called a catheter is placed … or most of your clothes. You will be given a gown to wear during the test. During the test You will likely have an … You may be asked to take a breath and hold it for several seconds. Several X-ray pictures will be taken one after …

Labour and birth

… to deliver your baby. Stages of labour Learn what to expect during the four stages of labour. During labour Find out about pain relief options, relaxation …

Teenage Tobacco Use

… pipes, or chews tobacco. Nicotine reaches the brain within seconds and has a direct effect on the body for up to 30 … regularly, the levels of nicotine accumulate in the body during the day and persist overnight, exposing the person to … and emphysema . Increased risk among women for having babies with a low birth weight, which may result in the …

Angiogram

… be done to look for blocked blood vessels in your lungs. During an angiogram, the doctor will put a thin, flexible … will be given medicine to make you sleepy and comfortable during the test. You may or may not need to stay in the … You may be asked to take a breath and hold it for several seconds. Several X-ray pictures will be taken one after …