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… before pregnancy. It usually doesn't go away after the baby is born. Gestational hypertension. This is high blood … second or third trimester. It usually goes away after the baby is born. High blood pressure during pregnancy may keep the baby from getting enough nutrients and oxygen. This could …
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… villus cells have the same genetic material as the baby's cells. During CVS, a sample of the chorionic villus … As you get older, you have a greater chance of having a baby with a genetic condition. You or the baby's father carries an abnormal gene that can cause an …
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… reaches full dilation and ends with the birth of your baby. You can expect strong contractions and an urge to … for more details. Third stage You’ve now delivered your baby and have entered into the third stage of labour. In … A health care provider will check and confirm that your baby is healthy. You’ll be able to cuddle your baby See …
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… when he or she almost reaches it. Play pat-a-cake with your baby. Place your baby's legs so that they are touching when you are carrying … and slap his or her hands on the table at times. Guide your baby in playful exercises, which helps him or her learn to …
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… would not. A woman may try relactation when she: Adopts a baby and has breastfed before. Stopped breastfeeding her baby and now has changed her mind and wants to resume … are more likely to produce milk if you have ever carried a baby to term and breastfed before. This is because the milk …
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… a family. You can have a healthy pregnancy and a healthy baby if you have schizophrenia. But there are some things to … pregnancy and when you are first taking care of your new baby. It's best to talk with your pregnancy doctor ( family … if the medicine you take for schizophrenia will harm your baby. Talk to your doctor about this. You may be taking …
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… and language lessons start in the uterus. Your developing baby hears and responds to familiar voices. Soon after birth, your baby prefers and responds more to the mother's voice than to … as the "tr" and "cl" sounds in the English language. Your baby remembers sounds and continually learns more nuances of …
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… If a crib doesn't meet current safety standards, your baby may be injured. A properly constructed crib has: Less … are not safe. Visit the Government of Canada's web page on baby product safety at … child grows. Visit the Government of Canada's web page on baby product safety at …
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… dose 2 months 2nd dose 4 months It is important that your baby gets the rotavirus vaccine on time. The first dose of … A few drops of the liquid vaccine are placed into your baby’s mouth to swallow. The virus from the vaccine may be found in your baby’s stool for at least 10 days after immunization. …
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… Children of all ages: Comforting restraint: Cuddle your baby or child firmly in your lap in a seated position Why? … during immunizations. Babies: Breastfed babies: Nurse your baby before, during, and after the immunization. Research shows that this is safe and will not cause the baby to associate breastfeeding with pain Why? Breastfeeding …
