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… any supports they need to be successful. Why does my baby need to have their hearing screened? Every year in … loss. There are no obvious signs that indicate when a baby is not hearing well. It is impossible to know exactly how your baby hears by watching their responses to everyday sounds. …
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… topical tretinoin during pregnancy may not be safe for your baby. Tretinoin can also affect breast milk. If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, make sure your doctor knows before …
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… Child Older Than 1 Year Person Faints Choking While Alone Baby (Younger Than 1 Year) Overview A … of one hand to give up to 5 back slaps between the baby's shoulder blades. If the object does not pop out, support the … of one hand to give up to 5 back slaps between the baby's shoulder blades. If the object does not pop out, support the …
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… On this page: Overview Overview If your baby is teething, you may have questions that many other … when your child has a fever. Severe or ongoing symptoms should be closely watched and discussed with your doctor. … when your child has a fever. Severe or ongoing symptoms should be closely watched and discussed with your doctor. …
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… of pregnancy that may affect the mother's organs or the baby. Severe pre-eclampsia can lead to dangerous seizures … oxygen. Also, blood volume doesn't increase as much as it should during pregnancy. This can affect the baby's growth … of the placenta don't grow deep into the uterus as they should. And they don't widen as they normally would. So they …
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… milk in small amounts. However, many doctors consider breastfeeding safe while using this medication. Consult your … precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular …
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… types of birth control are safe to use if you're going to breastfeed. But some work better than others. Learn more … on your health issues. For example, women who smoke, are breastfeeding, or have had breast cancer may not be able to … (spotting) when starting birth control. These mild symptoms should improve over time. If you have problems with a birth …
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… mosquitoes. The vaccine is approved by Health Canada. Who should get the vaccine? If you are travelling to or working … areas. The travel clinic doctor or nurse will advise if you should receive the vaccine. The vaccine is approved for … first 6 months of pregnancy may result in infection of the baby and miscarriage. In its early stages, Japanese …
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… amounts of blood on them From a pregnant person to their baby, during pregnancy or birth What are the symptoms? Most … share personal care items that may have blood on them What should I do if I prick myself with a used needle? Follow … patients are cured of HCV. If you have chronic HCV, you should see your health care provider regularly. During these …
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… of development. For the first seven weeks, a developing baby is referred to as an "embryo." From eight weeks to … Image The fetus now has all the organs that a full term baby will have. The heart is functioning. Bones begin to … all your baby’s organs will be formed and functioning. When should I announce my pregnancy? This is a personal decision. …
