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… syphilis, and gonorrhea. If you have hepatitis C, your baby will need to be tested but not during the pregnancy. Testing is usually done when a baby is 12 to 18 months old. But it may be done sooner. footnote 1 How is it …
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… A partner's support is especially important for the mom and baby during this busy time. A woman who feels supported by … changes that you've been thinking about. Try to eat healthy foods, which can help her eat well. Encourage her to take … want to handle more of their care in the early weeks and months after the baby arrives. Give the new mom breaks so …
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… more slowly than other children of the same age and sex. A baby who has failed to thrive may seem slow to develop … Abuse and Neglect Growth and Development, Ages 1 to 12 Months Growth and Development, Ages 12 to 24 Months Growth … more slowly than other children of the same age and sex. A baby who has failed to thrive may seem slow to develop …
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… woman becomes infected and passes it on to her growing baby (fetus), it can cause blindness and brain damage in the … antibodies to Toxoplasma gondii . To see if your growing baby is infected, the test can be done on a sample of the … after a person is infected. The titre is the highest 1 to 2 months after infection. If high titres of the IgM type of …
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… items can cause problems if they are placed in the ear. Dry foods expand when they become moist. Seeds, such as beans, … or older child may be different than in a young child or baby . Yes Diabetes or immune problem No Diabetes or immune … out of the ear, you may be able to remove it with your fingers or blunt-nosed tweezers. When trying to remove a …
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… doctor may prescribe nystatin cream or ointment for your baby's diaper area. In adults, antifungal medicine that goes … vaginal yeast infections, especially during the last 3 months of pregnancy. This will decrease your baby's risk of … bleed easily. A bad taste in the mouth or trouble tasting foods. Some adults say they feel like they have cotton in …
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… for you. Did you injure the toe, foot, or ankle in the past month? Yes Toe, foot, or ankle injury in the past month No … and not any other part of the limb (no other parts of the finger or hand or of the toe or foot). Yes Nail problem No … 10 is the worst pain you can imagine? Signs of pain in a baby or toddler are different than signs of pain in an older …
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… High blood sugar can cause problems for you and your baby. But with treatment, most women can control their blood … recommend having a hemoglobin A1c or a similar test every month during your pregnancy. The A1c test estimates your … may be able to prevent diabetes in the future. Eat healthy foods. Changing what, when, and how much you eat can help …
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… The doctor may examine your rectum with a gloved finger or a lighted scope. If this doesn't show a clear … the blood vessels in the pelvic area. Straining to push the baby out during labour can make hemorrhoids worse. Being … beans, and whole grains in your diet each day. These foods are high in fibre. Drink plenty of fluids. Get some …
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… absorbed through the skin and lungs and may harm an unborn baby, women who are pregnant or who may become pregnant … baking soda or salt. It may also be best to eat soft, moist foods. People using this medication may have serious side … control while using this medication and for at least 3 months after stopping treatment. Also, men should not donate …