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… this condition occurs in infants it is also known as “blue baby syndrome”. Babies under 6 months are particularly at … suggest that the thyroid gland function in school-age children may be affected by exposure to high levels of … Have your well water tested for nitrate Never give your baby well water, or infant formula mixed with well water, …
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… These problems have caused harm to the mother and unborn baby. The risk for uterine rupture increases as your … contact your doctor right away. If you are of a woman of childbearing age, do not use this medication unless you need … starting treatment; 2) use effective birth control to prevent pregnancy; 3) receive oral and written warnings on …
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… 3 years of life. Intellectual disability may occur if a baby's thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormone … newborns are screened for congenital hypothyroidism. Older children also need thyroid hormones to grow and develop … stick A heel stick is used to get a blood sample from a baby. The baby's heel is poked, and several drops of blood …
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… On this page: Overview Overview Children usually progress in a natural, predictable sequence … from one developmental milestone to the next. But each child grows and gains skills at their own pace. Some children may be advanced in one area, such as language. But …
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… Image Toddler's First Steps A guide on how to support your child as they go through the many stages of toddlerhood. …
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… it may cause serious harm (possibly death) to an unborn baby. Women of childbearing age must have a negative pregnancy test within … drug and for 2 years after stopping treatment. This will prevent the possibility of your blood being given to a …
Medications
… growth of the prostate. Finasteride is not approved for prevention of prostate cancer. It may slightly increase the … Talk to your doctor about the benefits and risks. Women and children should not use this medication. How To Use Read the … absorbed through the skin and lungs and may harm an unborn baby, women who are pregnant or who may become pregnant …
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… during this period, see After labour and care for new moms Baby's Best Chance BC Children’s Hospital: Infant mental health BC Women’s … anxiety, home treatment advice and what you can do to help prevent anxiety attacks: Anxiety Anxiety: Stop negative …
Medications
… parts of the body is not affected by finasteride. Women and children should not use this medication. Finasteride is not approved for prevention of prostate cancer. It may slightly increase the … absorbed through the skin and lungs and may harm an unborn baby, women who are pregnant or who may become pregnant …
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… with rubella (German measles) there's a danger to your baby if you develop rubella during your pregnancy Rashes of … feelings or anxiety about your pregnancy and care of the baby Depression or periods of weeping that don’t go away … towards you in your home or workplace Feeling that your baby’s movements have slowed considerably in the last 12 …
