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… and imitating those around them. Modelling responsible use of alcohol is an important way to influence your child’s own use. Drinking too much, too often or in risky ways can send … as they struggle with issues such as alcohol and other drug use. By imposing your solutions or perspective, you may …
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… Chestfeeding is a term that is becoming more commonly used when discussing infant feeding. It’s often used by trans-masculine or non-binary parents to describe … from their bodies. Both chestfeeding and breastfeeding are used below to ensure that all parents feel represented and …
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… arthritis (JIA) is a disease that happens to children. It causes inflamed, swollen joints. This makes joints stiff and … and ligaments attach to bones (the enthesis). What causes it? The cause of JIA isn't well understood. Most experts believe it's …
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… of a pregnancy during the first 20 weeks. Most happen because the fertilized egg in the uterus doesn't develop … a miscarriage before you know that you're pregnant. What causes it? It may help to know that most miscarriages happen because the fertilized egg in the uterus doesn't develop …
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… For your baby's safety, be sure the person is well trained, uses sterile techniques, and knows how to manage your baby's … the gauze off. If you need to remove gauze from the penis, use warm water to soak the gauze and gently loosen it. The doctor may have used a Plastibell device to do the circumcision. If so, your …
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… healthier than other diets. Some people think it's wrong to use animals for food. Some religions forbid eating meat. It … iron from a meal. Get plenty of calcium. If you don't use milk or other dairy products, be sure to get calcium … bok choy, and broccoli. Get enough vitamin D. If you don't use milk or milk products, be sure to get enough vitamin D …
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… with friends or family who have air-conditioning if your house gets too hot. Plan cool activities: find play areas in … in Turn off lights and electronic devices that are not in use to avoid any extra heat Use your oven or stove as little as possible Do not point a …
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… with your skin, joints, heart, and nervous system. What causes it? Lyme disease is caused by a bacteria. Infected ticks spread the bacteria by … shirt, and long pants with the legs tucked into your socks. Use a bug repellent with DEET that can keep away ticks. What …
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… by your physician, midwife or nurse practitioner. It uses sound waves to produce a live image of your baby in the … of the baby and turns them into an image. These images are used to assess the health and well-being of your baby. A … a transducer over your belly. This is the typical method used during routine prenatal ultrasounds An endovaginal …
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… animal that passes infection on to you. Zoonosis may be caused by a bacteria , virus , or fungus , or by a parasite , … carries disease from an animal, as in a barnyard or a mouse nest. Handle animal meat. Kitchen and food prep areas … source of worms. Talk to your veterinarian about what to use and how often. House train or litter-box train your pet. …
