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… know as much as you can about the health problems of your birth family. This information can help your doctor provide … know as much as you can about the health problems of your birth family. This information can help your doctor provide …
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… of the pear shape of your uterus. It's also easier to give birth if your baby's head comes out first. Wondering what … of the pear shape of your uterus. It's also easier to give birth if your baby's head comes out first. Wondering what …
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… pregnant women, since chickenpox during pregnancy can cause birth defects or serious newborn infection. How is it … an active role in managing a health condition. Chickenpox: Controlling the Itch Cause The varicella-zoster virus, one … in her pregnancy may want to have her fetus checked for birth defects. This can be done with a fetal ultrasound …
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… your baby may be born early (premature) and/or with a low birth weight. It is also associated with a higher chance of … to talk to your partner(s), visit the BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) Smart Sex Resource …
Healthy eating
… skin, eyes and immune system. Too much vitamin A may cause birth defects, especially during the first trimester. Do not … as a supplement. Additional resources BC Centre of Disease Control. Food Safety & Pregnancy … Healthy eating guidelines …
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… or infections that occurred before, during, or after birth. Infantile spasms are treated with adrenocorticotropic … or infections that occurred before, during, or after birth. Infantile spasms are treated with adrenocorticotropic …
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… stimulate uterine contractions, which can lead to premature birth. You need additional calories and nutrients if you … stimulate uterine contractions, which can lead to premature birth. You need additional calories and nutrients if you …
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… at any point in the urinary tract . They can be present at birth (congenital) or develop later. Urinary obstructions … at any point in the urinary tract . They can be present at birth (congenital) or develop later. Urinary obstructions …
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… to their child. You inherit half of your genetics from each birth parent. Genes determine things like your blood type, … plans. If your baby is likely to need special care after birth, you may need to deliver in a hospital that can … it is that your fetus will have a genetic condition or birth defect. Amniocentesis Chorionic …
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… 1 dose of MMR and varicella vaccines on or after their 1st birthday. The dose of MMRV vaccine provides more protection … as German measles, can cause serious complications and birth defects in an unborn baby including deafness, eye … their pregnancy. Rubella can also cause miscarriage or stillbirth. Varicella (chickenpox) is an infection caused by the …
