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… are the signs? You probably won't be able to feel whether your baby is breech. But if you are 36 or more weeks … and think you feel the baby's head pressing high up in your belly or you feel kicking in your lower belly, see your doctor for an examination. How is …
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… you can expect. And it will help you safely prepare for your test. Preparing for the test Tell your doctor if you are allergic to iodine. Iodine is usually … used in the contrast material that the doctor will put in your bladder. Tell your doctor if you are or might be …
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… about their world through all of the sounds around them. If your child cannot hear well, they will likely have trouble … is not hearing well. It is impossible to know exactly how your baby hears by watching their responses to everyday … hearing screened through the BC Early Hearing Program. Your baby’s hearing screening may happen in the hospital …
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… reduction (MBSR) is a program that helps you learn to calm your mind and body to help you cope with illness, pain, and … It's a time to purposefully pay attention and be aware of your surroundings, your emotions, your thoughts, and how your body feels. For …
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… the body loses water more quickly than it is replaced. When your child becomes dehydrated, severe health problems can … many children are together, such as daycare centres. Keep your child at home while he or she is sick and for a few … likely can be spread to others. The virus can remain in your child's stool for weeks after the symptoms are gone. …
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… life can be better. Being active helps you look and feel your best and lowers your risk for a heart attack, type 2 diabetes, high blood … daily activity. It's important to find activities that fit your lifestyle and your personality. To feel your best, you …
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… for a long time, sitting for a long time, or putting your legs in awkward positions while you sleep. Not having enough potassium, calcium, and other minerals in your blood. Being dehydrated, which means that your body has lost too much fluid. Taking certain medicines, …
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… symptoms? Symptoms of lymphedema include feeling as though your clothes, rings, wristwatches, or bracelets are too tight. You may have a feeling of fullness in your arms or legs and less flexibility in your wrists, hands, and ankles. How is lymphedema treated? …
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… do routine tasks. Have trouble concentrating or feel like your mind is in a fog. If the problem is mild, you may be the only one who notices any change in your behaviour. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will listen to your symptoms and examine you. He …
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… is not the same as vomiting. Spitting up usually stops as your baby grows. If your baby frequently spits up large amounts of milk or projectile vomits, contact your healthcare provider for advice. Learn more about Baby's …
