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… Last updated August 14, 2013 Some babies can latch themselves without any help. Other babies may need gentle guidance. Latching your baby …
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… Severe allergic reactions to food: Children and teens Last updated March 1, 2019 HealthLink BC … everyone to wash their hands before and after eating. Help young children to wash their hands Wash kitchen equipment …
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… for short periods every 2 to 3 hours. By 3 months, most babies sleep longer during the night. Some need more sleep … to put your baby down to sleep on their back. This helps prevent sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Try to feed … baby back in the crib as soon as you can. Try to stay calm. Young children are very sensitive to a parent's feelings of …
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… a big role in your child’s healthy development. Play for babies By being attentive to your baby, you will learn the … fit through a toilet paper roll is too small and can cause choking. Make sure a toy cannot be made smaller. Take time … experts recommend that parents support and encourage their children to play as follows: Play actively – toddlers need …
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… They also help reduce the spread of disease to others to prevent sudden outbreaks of the disease, called epidemics. … or sneeze into their arm, so that the mouth stays covered. Children should wash their hands each time they use the … or accidentally urinates or passes a stool. Children younger than age 2 need a caregiver's help to prevent the …
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… Physical activity tips for children Last updated November 5, 2013 Some kids are on the … school - Actively participate in making lunch, or help younger siblings get ready for school Do some body wake-up …
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… Separation Anxiety: Helping Your Child On this page: Overview Overview … best not to rush off or sneak out without saying good-bye. Babies learn to handle separation better and thereby gain … tired, hungry, or sick. Build bridges between home and daycare. For example, bring your child's favourite stuffed …
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… Milestones for an 18-Month-Old Child On this page: Overview Overview Children usually progress in a natural, predictable sequence … anything within reach. Like to show off for parents and caregivers. They may become happy when they do something …
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… Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight On this page: How to know if your … of overweight" are terms sometimes used when referring to children who weigh more than expected. Doctors use growth … 5 years and older. footnote 2 And it's best for children younger than 2 to not watch TV, watch movies, or play games …
