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… objects are near or far Understand how objects can be used. For example, your baby may bang blocks on the floor, … several large beads in a cup, dump them out, and repeat Use problem solving skills. For example, pull the string of … sounds with his or her eyes Persistently unable to settle Useful resources Babies' cognitive development from 9-12 …
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… Parents often feel they need to supplement because they are worried that their baby is not getting enough … on to the breast after after using a bottle and may even refuse the breast. Talk to your healthcare provider Some moms may feel pressured to use formula rather than breastfeed. If you’re having …
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… include: Fever Diarrhea or bloody diarrhea Stomach cramps Nausea Vomiting Bloating Gas If you or your child experience … or alcohol-based hand sanitizing gel or foam with you to use in situations when you are not near a hand-washing station. Use a hand sanitizer with 60 to 95 percent ethanol or …
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… how hard you will be active. Don't exercise too hard, because it can put stress on your heart. And it may make your … your heart rate (pulse). Learn how to check your pulse or use a heart rate monitor. Your doctor may give you a range … to keep doing the things that are working well. Many people use a fitness app to track their activity. Many of the apps …
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… within a family. Give your child some age-appropriate household responsibilities. How you can help your child … we know that we are loved and respected and that we belong. Use the following suggestions to help your child feel he or … learning and strengthening of self-esteem. Every day, use the following suggestions to help your child feel that …
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… iron-rich foods first. It's okay to give foods that may cause allergic reactions at 6 months of age. footnote 2 … Abrupt weaning happens all at once. Which style you use will depend on your preferences, why you plan to wean, … baby control weaning is through the "don't offer, don't refuse" method. This means that you never offer to breastfeed …
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… enters the eye by opening and closing the pupil. The iris uses muscles to change the size of the pupil. These muscles … Tightening (contraction) or relaxing these muscles causes the lens to change shape, allowing the eyes to focus on … the cornea and the pupil at the front of the eye and is focused by the lens onto the retina at the back of the eye. The …
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… less is found in the urine. Kidney problems can cause high or low levels of phosphate in the urine. High levels of phosphate in the urine also may be caused by eating a meal high in phosphorus, having high levels … parathyroid gland . Some types of tumours may also cause high levels of phosphate in the urine. Tests for calcium …
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… inside. This expression includes the name and pronoun you use, your style of dress, voice or hairstyle. Gender … a person experiences so much discomfort or distress because their gender identity and the sex they were assigned at … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means …