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… Episiotomy, vacuum and forceps during labour and birth Last updated August 12, 2013 Even if you're planning for a natural birth, it's good to be prepared for the fact that minor … The fetal heart rate slows, showing signs of stress The position of the baby’s head needs to be changed … Episiotomy …
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Birth Control: Myths About Sex and Pregnancy On this page: … pregnant. I can't get pregnant if I have sex standing up. Position has nothing to do with getting pregnant. The egg and sperm can move no matter what position your body is in. I can't get pregnant if I have sex …
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Birth Control Pills: Missed or Skipped Periods On this page: … It's not unusual for women who are taking hormone pills for birth control to have very light periods or no bleeding at … to your doctor about what to do about missed or skipped birth control pills. Current as of: August 2, 2022 …
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… Baby's Sleep Position and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome On this page: … deaths related to sleep: footnote 1 Until your baby's first birthday, put your baby to sleep on their back, not on the … has a firm mattress (with a fitted sheet). Don't use sleep positioners, bumper pads, or other products that attach to …
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… Your child and play from birth to 3 years Last updated November 1, 2021 HealthLink BC … HealthLinkBC File #92b Your Child’s Development from Birth to 3 Years HealthLinkBC File #92c Your Child’s … . Child Development Series Your child and play from birth to 3 years (#92a) Your child's development from birth
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… Hormonal Birth Control: Risk of Blood Clots On this page: Overview … In some women, the estrogen in combination hormonal birth control methods increases the risk of a blood clot in … DVT or PE is overall very low with hormonal contraceptives. Birth control pills In the past, combination birth control …
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… Getting Pregnant After Stopping Birth Control On this page: Overview … takes for a woman's full fertility to return after stopping birth control varies for each woman. It also depends on the birth control method she is using. Your ability to get …
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… Protecting your baby against hepatitis B at birth Last updated February 1, 2018 HealthLink BC File … age is important. Who should get the hepatitis B vaccine at birth? The hepatitis B vaccine is given to a baby at birth if their mother has hepatitis B, or is at high risk of …
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… How Birth Control Methods Prevent Pregnancy On this page: … Overview The following table lists the different types of birth control methods and how they work to help prevent pregnancy. How birth control methods prevent pregnancy Method How it …
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Birth Control: Pros and Cons of Hormonal Methods On this … following tables list some pros and cons of using hormonal birth control methods. Combination pills, skin patch, or … or vaginal rings don't require taking a daily pill. Some birth control pills reduce symptoms of premenstrual …