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Overview How can you reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)? Doing certain things may help protect a baby from SIDS and/or other deaths related to sleep: footnote 1 Until your baby's …
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… up a lot are safer sleeping on their backs. Healthy babies will naturally swallow or cough … neck, and take off a layer if your baby is sweating or appears flushed. The temperature of … infant death can be prevented. There are people who can provide you and your family …
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… rate and rhythm, and temperature during the first few months of life. There are some … rate and rhythm, and temperature during the first few months of life. There are some …
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Learning Center Learn about infant and toddler health Babies are a joy. They can also be a little overwhelming at times. When is a fever something to worry about? What's the difference between colic …
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… Overview What is premature (preterm) birth? Pregnancy normally lasts about 40 … or more; infection; or drug or alcohol use during pregnancy. Often the cause is never … Depression Delivery of Your Preterm Infant During preterm labour A preterm birth may …
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… you for the first six months. Be smoke-free Smoking increases your baby’s risk of … to help you or someone in your home to quit smoking, please visit www.quitnow.ca . Be … baby is also bedsharing. For support to quit smoking, visit www.quitnow.ca . Are you, and …
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… of ventricular tachycardia (a type of rapid heart rate) or other dangerous arrhythmias , … doctor will do tests and ask you about your health and family history. Your doctor might … Society guideline for the management of heart failure. Canadian Journal of Cardiology , …
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… or making you angry, take a break. Gently place your baby in a safe place, such as the crib, and leave the room. … help once you have put your baby in a safe place or call Healthlink BC at 8-1-1 . Never …
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… Condition Basics What is Down syndrome? Down syndrome is a genetic condition. It … experience is different. And everyone with Down syndrome has unique strengths and …
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… asleep in a car seat or stroller. Once you have reached your destination, place your baby … Death Syndrome (SIDS) Sun safety Babies have delicate, sensitive skin that’s easily … asleep in a car seat or stroller. Once you have reached your destination, place your baby …
