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… of low back pain depends both on its cause and on how well you treat your back. Most back pain gets better within … If your back pain causes you to use your body in different ways (for example, to limp or to sit differently), pain can … fall, or direct blow to the spine). Signs may include: Being unable to move part of the body. Severe back or neck …
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… the risk, such as having certain genetic conditions or being exposed to large amounts of radiation or certain … lose your appetite or lose weight without trying. You have swelling and pain in your belly. You have a new rash or skin … talk about: What it's like to live with cancer. Practical ways to manage your cancer treatment and its side effects. …
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… or try to lose weight while you are breastfeeding. Exercise Being active helps promote weight loss, improves your energy … Walking, swimming, and cycling are all good low-impact ways to begin an exercise program. Gradually build up your … Walking, swimming, and cycling are all good low-impact ways to begin an exercise program. Gradually build up your …
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… bond with your baby and ensure their emotional needs are being met. Bonding with your baby Infant crying Ways to comfort a crying baby Ways to comfort a baby in the hospital Coping when your baby …
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… to support the use of digital media in positive and safer ways:  Minimize screen time for young children, with … of video chatting with loved ones Mitigate the risks by being present and engaged when screens are used, whenever … imagination and develop motor and social skills. Learn ways you can set up activities and create time and space for …
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… their hands long enough, sing the ABC song) Rinse hands well under warm running water Dry hands with a clean cloth … and a warm, wet, fresh towel (either cloth or paper) Rinse well with another fresh, warm, wet towel Dry well When … When should children wash their hands? Children should always wash their hands before they eat or handle food. …
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… treatment. Get support. An important part of recovery is being sure you have support. You may: Continue with … and protein are part of a balanced diet. Find healthy ways to relieve stress. Stress can trigger a relapse. Try … substances may be a trigger. A counsellor can help you find ways to avoid your triggers. They may include keeping …
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… can be a major source of stress. Uncertain work roles. Being unsure about your duties or how your job might be … the demands of different managers. Poor communication. Being unable to talk about your needs, concerns, and … ideas more effectively. Her short-term goal is to practice being more assertive. When she's ready, she'll contribute an …
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… of age. footnote 2 Weaning From Breastfeeding There are two ways to wean. Gradual weaning happens over time. It lets … may fear that weaning means losing that comforting sense of being held. Distract your baby. Make life so interesting and … sandbox. Distractions can be time-consuming, but they work well. Abrupt weaning You may prefer to abruptly wean your …
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… division errors that create it. What Increases Your Risk Being older than 35 when pregnant or having a brother, … such as severe belly pain, vomiting, and possibly swelling of the stomach. A sudden change in eating habits. A … or herself. You can help your child make friends and do well in school. Later you can help your child learn job …