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… Iron-rich foods for babies and toddlers Last updated September 17, 2024 … iron? Introduce iron-rich foods to your baby at around 6 months. This is when your baby’s iron supply starts to … are sample meals and snacks that include foods suitable for babies and toddlers. Be sure to prepare foods so that …
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… Getting your pregnancy passport Last updated August 8, 2013 Pregnancy is a special kind of journey - and you can get a special kind of passport to help. Pregnancy Passport Our Special Journey: Pregnancy Passport …
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… Importance of tummy time for babies' development Last updated August 13, 2013 Tummy time … Here are some tips: Start tummy time when your baby is a newborn. Set tummy time for after every diaper change. Add … to three HealthLink BC: Physical development, ages 1 to 12 months … Importance of tummy time for babies development …
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… Risks and complications during pregnancy Last updated December 5, 2024 Overview During pregnancy, you may have many questions about your health and … Multiple pregnancy Risks increase with the number of babies you carry at a time. If you have a multiple …
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… Pregnancy: Healthy Weight Gain On this page: Overview Overview During pregnancy, lots of women wonder about how their body will … can raise your risk of having a large baby. If your newborn is 4.5 kg (10 lb) or larger, you may be more likely …
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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 …
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… Multiple Pregnancy: Preterm Birth On this page: Overview Overview Pregnancy normally lasts about 40 weeks. When delivery … A baby born early is called preterm (or premature). Preterm babies are sometimes called "preemies." Multiple pregnancies …
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… Register your pregnancy for prenatal care Last updated April 15, 2015 Overview Pregnancy is an exciting time! It's also a time full of … lifestyle, wellbeing, relationships, breastfeeding, parenting and more Support you in making positive choices in …
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… Pregnancy: Choosing a Health Professional On this page: … to treat more serious problems, and most doctors deliver babies only at hospitals. Doctors who can deliver babies … women. Perinatologists , who specialize in high-risk pregnancy . Family doctors who provide pregnancy (obstetric) …
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… Your health during pregnancy Last updated December 5, 2024 Overview Making your health a priority is especially important during pregnancy. Taking care of your mental, emotional and … help you and your baby. Learn more about your health during pregnancy in this section. Finding out you're pregnant There …