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… Getting Pregnant After Stopping Birth Control On this page: Overview … takes for a woman's full fertility to return after stopping birth control varies for each woman. It also depends on the birth control method she is using. Your ability to get …
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… Episiotomy, vacuum and forceps during labour and birth Last updated August 12, 2013 Even if you're planning for a natural birth, it's good to be prepared for the fact that minor … ones. Remember that it's not always possible to follow your birth wishes. Labour and birth can be unpredictable and …
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… Protecting your baby against hepatitis B at birth Last updated February 1, 2018 HealthLink BC File … age is important. Who should get the hepatitis B vaccine at birth? The hepatitis B vaccine is given to a baby at birth if their mother has hepatitis B, or is at high risk of …
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… How Birth Control Methods Prevent Pregnancy On this page: … Overview The following table lists the different types of birth control methods and how they work to help prevent pregnancy. How birth control methods prevent pregnancy Method How it …
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… Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery: When You Arrive at the Hospital On this page: What happens at the hospital before the CABG procedure? You will likely need to check into the hospital the night before or morning of your coronary artery …
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Birth Control Pills: Missed or Skipped Periods On this page: … It's not unusual for women who are taking hormone pills for birth control to have very light periods or no bleeding at … to your doctor about what to do about missed or skipped birth control pills. Current as of: August 2, 2022 …
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Birth Control: Pros and Cons of Hormonal Methods On this … following tables list some pros and cons of using hormonal birth control methods. Combination pills, skin patch, or … or vaginal rings don't require taking a daily pill. Some birth control pills reduce symptoms of premenstrual …
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Birth Control: Myths About Sex and Pregnancy On this page: … to avoid pregnancy, use an effective and safe method of birth control . If you have unplanned sex or a condom … breaks, use emergency contraception . Birth Control Current as of: November 9, 2022 …
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… Your child's development from birth to 3 years Last updated April 29, 2022 HealthLink BC … development, talk to your health care provider. From birth to 3 months, your baby: Recognizes parents’ voices, right from birth Discovers their own voice Enjoys eye contact,; smiles …
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… Pregnancy: Should I Have Screening Tests for Birth Defects? Decision Point You may want to have a say in … about them. Pregnancy: Should I Have Screening Tests for Birth Defects? 1 Get the Facts 2 Compare Options 3 Your … a newborn with health problems. You could give birth in a hospital that does not have a neonatal intensive care unit …