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… that are passed by skin-to-skin contact. Birth control use should be consistent to ensure the best outcome. Even when … of birth control that may prevent pregnancy. Some women use breastfeeding for this purpose. Effectiveness of this method …
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… Overview What is colic? All babies cry, but sometimes a baby will cry for hours at a time, no matter what you do. … worse after they have had certain foods or drinks and then breastfeed. Some foods may affect breast milk, such as … measures to reduce your baby's risk of illness. If you are breastfeeding, be aware of your diet. The foods you eat may …
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… Here are some of the things you may notice about your baby's skin. It looks like pimples. Babies often get pimples … more information, see the topic Jaundice in Newborns . When should you call a doctor? Always call a doctor if you have … more information, see the topic Jaundice in Newborns . When should you call a doctor? Always call a doctor if you have …
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… and personal support teams. The members of these teams should be people you trust. In addition to your doctor or … in caring for the baby Encouraging and helping with breastfeeding Arranging holidays or leave from work to help …
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… information, visit Immunize BC: How vaccines work . Who should get the vaccine? The protein subunit vaccine is … . If you had, or may have had, COVID-19 you should still get the vaccine. This is because you may not be … is given by injection. People 12 years of age and older should get one dose. If you have a weakened immune system, …
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… toddlers and pre-school age children over 2 years of age should be informed about the vaccine shortly before the … that this is safe and will not cause the baby to associate breastfeeding with pain Why? Breastfeeding comforts your …
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… are mild and can be treated using medicine. If you breastfeed and are concerned about whether the contrast … 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 …
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… of an allergic reaction to the contrast material. If you breastfeed and are concerned about whether the contrast … 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 …
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… are mild and can be treated using medicine. If you breastfeed and are concerned about whether the contrast … 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 …
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… Having seizures during pregnancy can also harm the baby. And pregnancy causes changes in your body that may … recommend that you take vitamin K during your pregnancy. Breastfeeding while you are taking antiepileptic medicine is …
