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… Protecting your baby against hepatitis B at birth Last updated February 1, … you can breastfeed. Hepatitis B cannot be spread by breastfeeding unless your nipples are cracked and bleeding. For …
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… Premature Infant: Safe Travel With Your Baby On this page: Overview Overview After your infant is discharged from the neonatal intensive care …
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… Coping when your baby cries a lot Last updated August 5, 2013 Overview All … natural. Crying doesn't mean there's something wrong with your baby, or with you as a parent. A baby who's healthy but …
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… Preparing siblings to meet your new baby Last updated August 2, 2013 If you have other children … and tell her that you love her and the baby Plan quiet feeding times with the new baby. Prepare a snack for your
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… Signs That Your Baby Is Getting Enough Breast Milk On this page: Overview … will hear swallows. Breastfeeds on each breast at each feeding and is content when finished. Feeds at least every 1 … first 2 months. Wake your newborn every 2 to 3 hours for a feeding during the first few days, if needed. After 2 …
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… Taking Care of Yourself When Your Baby Is Fussy On this page: Overview Overview Caring for a fussy baby can be stressful. Taking good care of yourself can help …
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… Overfeeding a Baby On this page: Overview Overview Overfeeding a baby often causes the baby discomfort because he … intense in an already colicky baby. What are signs that your baby has had enough to eat? Babies give cues during …
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… Getting started and feeding cues Last updated August 12, 2013 Download PDF: Document French If this is your first time breastfeeding, it may take some practice … challenges. In the first hour(s) after birth: Have your baby skin-to-skin on your bare chest right after your baby
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Baby safety Last updated December 4, 2024 Overview Babies … way. Learn about the proactive steps you can take to keep your baby safe.  Creating a safe environment for your baby It’s important to create a safe space for your
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… Burping a Baby On this page: Overview Overview A baby may be uncomfortable after feedings if he or she has swallowed air during the feeding. … the baby in an upright position. Try placing the baby over your shoulder or in a sitting position on your lap. If you …