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… Child Safety: Bicycles and Tricycles On this page: Overview … Staying Active When You Have Young Children Health and Safety, Ages 2 to 5 Years Health and Safety, Birth to 2 Years Current as of: March 1, …
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… Diabetes: Preparing for Pregnancy On this page: Overview … and whether you're getting enough folic acid. The safety of any prescription and over-the-counter medicines … treatment changes. Possible blood sugar problems during pregnancy. For example, many women have low blood sugar in …
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… Safety outdoors in the cold for toddlers Last updated August … Cold exposure: What increases your risk of injury? … Safety outdoors in the cold for toddlers …
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… Pregnancy and dental health Last updated July 1, 2021 … Spanish Document Vietnamese Why is dental health during pregnancy important? It is important to take care of your … eat and drink, how often you eat and drink, how long the food stays on your teeth and how long plaque builds up on …
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… Heartburn During Pregnancy On this page: Overview Overview Heartburn is common during pregnancy. That's because hormones cause the digestive system to slow down. The muscles that push food down the esophagus also move more slowly when you are …
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… Pregnancy: Vegetarian Diet On this page: Overview Related … diet can provide all the nutrients you need for a healthy pregnancy. If you eat a vegetarian diet, pay special … This is even more important if you plan to eat a plant food-only vegan diet. Get enough protein. A vegetarian diet …
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… Anemia During Pregnancy On this page: Overview Overview What is anemia during pregnancy? Anemia during a healthy pregnancy is common. … It may be hard to focus and think clearly. Cravings for non-food items such as dirt, ashes, clay, or chalk can be a sign …
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… Nutrition During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … Overview Your nutrition needs increase during pregnancy. Your body needs protein , carbohydrate , and fats … and greens. Folic acid. Folic acid (or folate) is found in foods such as liver, vegetables (especially spinach, …
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… Safety At Home in Baby's First Year Last updated July 5, … Keeping your family healthy Say no to swaddling Soother safety Safe drinking water Keep your home safe Fasten carpet … and determined to be safe. Never give your baby formula or food mixed with well water that has not been tested and …
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… Depression During Pregnancy On this page: Overview Overview Depression is common during pregnancy and in the postpartum period. If you have symptoms … of not treating depression. Health Canada and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have issued advisories on …
