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… of hand, foot and mouth disease. This can occur if you or your child does not drink enough liquids due to pain from … shortly before they give birth may pass the virus to their baby. Newborn babies infected with the virus usually have a … your child may not want to eat or drink. If you are breastfeeding or chestfeeding, continue to offer breast milk to …
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… visited areas where Zika virus is present. A developing baby exposed to the Zika virus when the mother is bitten by … information about travelling while pregnant, speak with your health care provider or see HealthLinkBC File #41g The … travel. If you are pregnant, you should consider postponing your travel plans and discuss your risk with your health …
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… Overview Overview Strollers Taking your child out of the house allows your child to have new experiences and interactions. You may start using a stroller as soon as your baby is born and can keep using one well into early …
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… symptoms are caused by the common cold. Checking up on your symptoms is important. What may seem harmless could … turn into something more serious. Knowing what is causing your ear, nose, or throat symptoms can help you find the … the right treatment, or learn what you can do to care for yourself at home. Find out more about your ear, nose, and …
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… hearing tests for all babies born in hospitals. Talk to your doctor about whether your child has been or should be tested. Even if the newborn … suspect your child has a hearing problem, such as if your baby does not seem to respond to loud noises or your young …
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… Overview It can be hard to know if your child is having a mild, moderate, or severe asthma … may help you. Talk with a doctor if you can't tell how bad your child's symptoms are. In most cases, you can take care … It is often hard to know how much breathing difficulty a baby or small child is having. Seek medical care early for …
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… 24 and 28 weeks. footnote 1 After delivery Even though your gestational diabetes will probably go away after your baby is born, you are at risk for having the condition …
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… health consumer can help you ask the right questions at your doctor appointments or know when you need to go to the … Breast Cancer: What Should I Do if I'm at High Risk? Breastfeeding: Should I Breastfeed My Baby? Bronchitis: Should I Take Antibiotics? Bunions: Should …
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… legs that seem too long for their bodies. Lose about four baby teeth each year. These baby teeth are replaced by … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the …
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… changes in the first trimester Last updated August 11, 2013 Your body goes through lots of physical and emotional … of breath Morning sickness Overview Some of the changes in your body will be obvious. For example, your periods will … after the fourth month of pregnancy. The weight of your baby presses on your major arteries and veins and can reduce …
