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… is most strongly affected by exposure to metallic mercury? Infants, children and pregnant individuals have greater risk … health effects. This is because the body systems of infants and children are still growing and they have limited …
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… as dust and dirt, paint, spray chemicals, or hair spray). Infants and children Infants and children usually do not wear contact lenses, … as dust and dirt, paint, spray chemicals, or hair spray). Infants and children Infants and children usually do not …
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… traveling to an area with malaria puts you and your infant at a much higher risk for death and other problems. … drug passes into breast milk and the effect on a nursing infant is unknown. The doctor should test your infant for G6PD deficiency before breast-feeding. Consult …
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… has COVID-19 symptoms, check if they need testing. If your infant is less than 3 months of age and has a fever or shows …
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… Some types closely imitate the action of a breastfeeding infant. They can help you maintain your milk production if … Some types closely imitate the action of a breastfeeding infant. They can help you maintain your milk production if …
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… your baby is done feeding or is asleep. Breastfeeding your infant to sleep is safe. Your baby's first tooth usually … your baby is done feeding or is asleep. Breastfeeding your infant to sleep is safe. Your baby's first tooth usually …
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… when a quick delivery is needed to ensure the mother's and infant's well-being. Planned caesarean Some caesarean … in maternal death. footnote 1 Caesarean risks for the infant include: Injury during the delivery. Need for special … problems, if the due date has been miscalculated or the infant is delivered before 39 weeks of gestation . footnote …
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… Other good choices include dry toast, crackers, cooked cereal, and gelatin dessert, such as Jell-O. Take care of … Other good choices include dry toast, crackers, cooked cereal, and gelatin dessert, such as Jell-O. Take care of …
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… this accidentally happens, get medical help right away. For infants and young children, be sure to hold their leg firmly … into breast milk, but it is unlikely to harm a nursing infant. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding. Drug … this accidentally happens, get medical help right away. For infants and young children, be sure to hold their leg firmly …
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… Your Child by Example Immunizations: Questions Parents Ask Infant Crying Jaundice in Newborns (Hyperbilirubinemia) … in Teething Babies Reye Syndrome Safe Water for Mixing Infant Formula Self-Esteem, Ages 6 to 10 Separation Anxiety: … Your Child by Example Immunizations: Questions Parents Ask Infant Crying Jaundice in Newborns (Hyperbilirubinemia) …