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… can help you protect your child from drowning hazards. Don't leave babies and young children alone in the bathtub or a swimming … knows that the toilet isn't a toy. Toilets are drowning hazards, especially for children younger than 3. An older …
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… an appointment. Who should get the DTaP-HB-IPV-Hib vaccine? Babies get the DTaP-HB-IPV-Hib vaccine as a series of 3 doses. The first dose is at 2 months of age, the second at 4 months and the third at 6 … ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye syndrome. …
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… as drain opener, detergent, oven cleaner, or plant food, under your kitchen sink. Look for words that signal the … when ingested. Many products kept in garages also are fire hazards. Alcohol and medicines Keep alcohol, medicines … when ingested. Many products kept in garages also are fire hazards. Alcohol and medicines Keep alcohol, medicines …
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… to make an appointment. Who should get the PCV 13 vaccine? Babies receive the vaccine as a series of 3 doses at 2, 4 and 12 months of age. They receive an extra dose of vaccine at 6 … soreness. ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye syndrome. …
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… to infants as a series of 2 doses. The first is given at 2 months of age, and the second at 12 months. The vaccine is … to people: Born before 2002 who are 24 years of age and under who did not get a dose of vaccine on or after their … face-to-face contact. It can also be spread through saliva. Babies and young children can become sick through sharing …
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… works best when it is done gradually over several weeks, months, or even longer. There is no right or wrong time to … that could become wrapped around your baby's neck and cause choking. Make changes in the baby's routine, especially the … child's mind off the feeding. Getting past barriers Some babies grow attached to the bottle and do not want to give …
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… enough sleep can also be a concern for parents. Over time, babies gradually sleep longer during the night. How can I … or other option On a firm surface that is free from hazards like blankets, pillows and toys In a home that is … surface. Room sharing is recommended for the first 6 months and can protect against Sudden Infant Death Syndrome …
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… situation may be more serious when a person: Has signs of choking (complete airway obstruction). When the windpipe is … older than 1 year. Back blows and chest thrusts are used in babies younger than 1 year. Has signs of a partially blocked … to disrupt your sleep or activities. Pain in children under 3 years It can be hard to tell how much pain a baby or …
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… the vaccine? The hepatitis B vaccine is provided free to babies as part of their routine immunizations. It is usually … at high risk of hepatitis B infection, including: Children under 12 years of age whose families have emigrated from … *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care …
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… breastfeed well enough. Examples include preterm or sick babies or when mother and baby are separated. Optional: You … baby is born very early, you may need to pump for a few months. It's cheaper to buy a pump if you need it for three … pump several times to produce enough milk for one feeding. Under pressure Sometimes people turn pump pressure up high …
