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… What is sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)? Sometimes a baby who seems healthy dies during sleep. If this happens to a healthy baby younger than 1 year old, it's called sudden infant … of life. There are some factors that may increase the risk of SIDS. If during pregnancy, the mother: Is younger …
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… dogs, cats and humans. When animals are slaughtered for food, bacteria from an animal’s intestines may contaminate … Campylobacter infection? It is important to be aware of the risks with the food products you buy, and know how to … ice cubes, washing uncooked fruits and vegetables, making baby formula, brushing teeth and washing dentures or contact …
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… is especially recommended for people who are at high risk of serious illness from influenza and those able to … difficulty breathing, swallowing or a risk of choking on food or fluids, such as people with severe brain damage, … When you get immunized, you help protect others as well by reducing the spread of the influenza virus. What are the …
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… Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Why is my baby screened? A small spot of your baby’s blood can be used … body can’t break down (metabolize) certain substances in food like fats, proteins and/or sugars. These substances can … weight gain. Treatment can help with growth and reduce the risk of lung infections. Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA): SMA …
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… also be found in the environment, but is mainly used as a food and drink preservative, especially in cured meats. Both … on test results from a neighbour’s well. Who is most at risk? Nitrate levels above the guidelines are particularly a … this condition occurs in infants it is also known as “blue baby syndrome”. Babies under 6 months are particularly at …
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… Breastfeeding Weaning From Bottle-Feeding Cup-Feeding Solid Foods When To Call Overview Weaning is the process of switching your baby from breastfeeding to bottle-feeding, or from a breast … 28, 2014. Abrams EM, et al. (2021). Dietary exposures and allergy prevention in high-risk infants. Paediatrics and …
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… Overview Cause Symptoms What Happens What Increases Your Risk When To Call Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview … spreads like a cold too, when you cough, sneeze, or share food or drinks. There are many kinds of RSV, so your body … head to make it easier to breathe and sleep. Suction your baby's nose if he or she can't breathe well enough to eat or …
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… to Know the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Taking Your Baby Home The First Weeks at Home Looking Ahead to the … problems. But the earlier a baby is born, the higher the risk of later problems such as cerebral palsy or … Make time for yourself. Try to be sure you get enough rest, food, exercise, and fresh air and sunlight. Get as much help …
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… or non-binary parents to describe how they feed their baby from their bodies. Both chestfeeding and breastfeeding … and included. Human milk (breast milk) is the only food your baby needs for the first 6 months. When your baby … to babies who are not breastfed or chestfed May lower the risk of sleep-related infant death Why is breastfeeding or …
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… or caregiver, you can help your child learn important food skills and eating habits. You can also help shape … children: For child care providers (#110b) Feeding your baby formula: Before you start (#69a) Feeding your baby formula: Safely making and storing formula (#69b) …
