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… Caring for More Than One Baby A pregnancy of two or more babies is called a multiple pregnancy. Caring for just one … build the bond between you and each baby. It can give your babies better health. If you plan to breastfeed your babies, your doctor or lactation consultant can give you …
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… Treating Asthma in Babies and Younger Children On this page: Overview Overview Babies and small children need early treatment for asthma … than adults because their bronchial tubes are smaller. Babies and young children may be treated with oral or …
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… baby cries a lot Last updated August 5, 2013 Overview All babies cry - some more than others - and while it may be … the second month of life, and stops at about four or five months of age. It's normal for babies to cry more frequently during these early months, …
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… Breast milk or iron-fortified formula is the only food that babies need for the first 6 months of life. Breastfed babies need 400 IU of vitamin D each day from a supplement. …
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… possible, your baby should get their vaccines starting at 2 months of age. Most vaccines need to be given as more than 1 … For example, whooping cough can be a deadly disease for babies. Babies need their first dose at 2 months of age to begin …
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… Emotional and Social Development, Ages 12 to 24 Months On this page: Overview Overview … are becoming more defined. Young children between 12 and 24 months of age feel many emotions as they learn to explore … These feelings are normal and usually peak at about 10 months. As the brain matures, toddlers become better …
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… poses safety risks and can lead to: Dangerous overheating Babies not cuing to feed as clearly Babies who are unable to use their hands for comfort or to … by giving it a good tug. Replace the soother every two months. If the soother is sticky, cracked, or torn, throw it …
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… to feet-down, or even sideways. When and how often babies move After 18 to 20 weeks, you may notice that your … than when you're resting quietly. Believe it or not, babies find the activity and noise of daytime hours to be … weeks, you should feel your baby move several times a day. Babies usually sleep 20 to 45 minutes at a time, and then …
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… exist. To protect your baby, a series of shots begin at two months of age. Some immunizations are only given once or … Human papilloma virus (for girls) Did you know? When babies have procedures such as blood tests or injections, … year as early as October and can be given to children 6 months of age and older. Ask your healthcare provider or …
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… Sun safety for babies' first year Last updated August 7, 2013 Babies have delicate, sensitive skin that’s easily damaged … your baby out of the sun and heat Babies younger than 12 months of age should not be exposed to direct sunlight. Seek …
