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… in the tissue between the vagina and anus just before the baby's head starts to emerge. (The tissue is called the … vaginal opening bigger. It may be done to help deliver the baby more quickly or more easily. Local anesthesia does not harm the baby when given before an episiotomy. It does not relieve …
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… okay if it takes longer than 2 days, especially if your baby is feeding well and seems comfortable. Breastfed babies … as every feeding. Constipation is likely to occur when a baby switches from breast milk to formula. This is even more … No Tried home treatment for more than 48 hours Is your baby eating less than usual? Yes Baby is eating less than …
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… adult or older child are different than the symptoms in a baby or toddler . Severe Severe dehydration Moderate … in an adult or child are different than signs of pain in a baby or toddler . 8 to 10: Severe pain Severe pain 5 to 7: … in an adult or child are different than signs of pain in a baby or toddler . 8 to 10: Severe pain Severe eye pain 5 to …
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… that the tool asks the right questions for you. Does your baby seem sick? A sick baby probably will not be acting normally. For example, the baby may be much fussier than usual or not want to eat. Yes …
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… Effacement and dilatation allow a baby to be born through the birth canal. Effacement means … and open (dilate). This prepares the cervix for the baby to pass through the birth canal (vagina). How fast the … uterus open (dilate) your cervix. They also help move the baby into position to be born. Effacement As the baby's head …
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… and new parents wonder about using cloth diapers for their baby. Some parents chose to use a cloth diaper service, … sizes, or can be "one-size" and adjustable to fit your baby as he or she grows. Benefits of cloth diapers: … or for heavy wetters Cloth diapers can be easier on your baby’s skin and diaper rash may decrease Better diaper and …
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… result accuracy. Ultrasounds (18-20 weeks): Checks the baby’s development and position Provides estimated due date … In most cases, gestational diabetes goes away after the baby is born. Blood test (24–28 weeks): A shot of Rh immune … rate measuring your abdomen to check the growth of your baby Some women develop depression during pregnancy while a …
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… this condition occurs in infants it is also known as “blue baby syndrome”. Babies under 6 months are particularly at … Have your well water tested for nitrate Never give your baby well water, or infant formula mixed with well water, … safe for nitrate levels. If possible, breastfeed your baby Boiling your water can increase the amount of nitrate …
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… 3 years of life. Intellectual disability may occur if a baby's thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormone … stick A heel stick is used to get a blood sample from a baby. The baby's heel is poked, and several drops of blood are …
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… If it is not treated, it can harm both you and your baby. Signs of high blood pressure in pregnancy: swelling in … the head down birth position where the largest part of the baby is born first. In the breech position, the baby's buttocks or legs are facing down, as shown in the …