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… (breast milk) is the only food a baby needs for the first 6 months of their life. It’s recommended that babies continue to be offered human milk until 2 years of … babies born at full term, which is 37 weeks or more of pregnancy, can be fed any type of store-bought formula: …
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… Pregnancy and Diabetes: Planning for Pregnancy Actionset … they develop more insulin resistance. The risks to your baby. Your diabetes will put your baby at risk for birth … to get pregnant. You may need to fine-tune your diabetes care before you get pregnant to make sure that both you and …
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… Babies and Older Adults Have an Increased Risk of Cold Injury On this page: Overview Overview Babies Babies, especially newborns, are more likely to suffer …
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… Bedrest in Pregnancy On this page: Overview … if you have pre-eclampsia or are pregnant with multiple babies. Or it may be recommended if you have a problem with … Learn about birth, feeding your baby, immunizations, and parenting. Shop online for the baby or his or her room. Or …
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… What you need to know about supplementing your baby with formula Last updated January 30, 2018 Supplementing means giving your baby any other milk in addition to breastfeeding. The … about giving your baby a supplement, speak to your healthcare provider first. They can help you determine what your …
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… Pregnancy and Childbirth Learning Center Learn about … Labour and Delivery Interactive Tool: From Embryo to Baby in 9 Months Pregnancy: Dealing With Morning Sickness …
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… Hepatitis C in Pregnancy On this page: … syphilis, and gonorrhea. If you have hepatitis C, your baby will need to be tested but not during the pregnancy. Testing is usually done when a baby is 12 to 18 months old. But it may be done sooner. footnote 1 How is it …
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… Obesity and Pregnancy On this page: Overview … affect your pregnancy? Most pregnant women have healthy babies—and that includes women who are obese. But being very … No. Pregnancy is not the time to lose weight. Your baby needs you to eat a well-rounded diet. Don't cut out …
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… Schizophrenia and Pregnancy On this page: Overview … a family. You can have a healthy pregnancy and a healthy baby if you have schizophrenia. But there are some things to … you during your pregnancy and when you are first taking care of your new baby. It's best to talk with your pregnancy …
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… Pregnancy and Epilepsy On this page: Overview Related … people with epilepsy who become pregnant deliver healthy babies. But the risk of birth defects, stillbirth, and … Experts recommend that this trial run take place at least 6 months before the pregnancy so that you and your doctor can …
