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… tests can help find serious problems that could affect your baby's long-term health. Your doctor will check your baby's vision, hearing, height, and weight, among other … tests can help find serious problems that could affect your baby's long-term health. Your doctor will check your baby's …
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… passes into breast milk and even less is passed on to the baby. But if you are concerned, you can stop breastfeeding for up to 24 hours after the test. During this time, you can give your baby breast milk that you stored before the test. Don't use …
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… to the newborn, which can cause serious problems for the baby. Chlamydia and gonorrhea can cause pelvic inflammatory … to serious problems, including not being able to have a baby (infertility). Syphilis can cause problems with … avoid long-term problems, such as not being able to have a baby (infertility). If you know that you have an STI, you …
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… second-hand smoke. You are more likely to give birth to a baby who weighs less than expected (low birth weight) if you smoke. And your baby may have a greater risk for sudden infant death … on the behaviour, brain, and prostate gland of a developing baby (fetus) or young child. footnote 9 , footnote 10 Health …
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… bowel movement. Gently wipe from the front to the back. Baby wipes or hemorrhoid pads are usually more gentle than … bowel movement. Gently wipe from the front to the back. Baby wipes or hemorrhoid pads are usually more gentle than …
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… can make it hard to plan a pregnancy. If you plan to have a baby or are already pregnant, it's very important that you … can make it hard to plan a pregnancy. If you plan to have a baby or are already pregnant, it's very important that you …
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… hypertension). High blood pressure can limit the baby's growth and cause other serious problems. Sometimes … hypertension). High blood pressure can limit the baby's growth and cause other serious problems. Sometimes …
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… shoes, transportation to get to a swimming pool, someone to baby-sit your children, or payment for a program. It’s also …
