273 results found
HealthLinkBC Files
… trained and authorized to perform the care activity (such as physicians, and diagnostic … genetic screening options or visit Perinatal Services BC Prenatal Genetic Screening web … defects. The shape and size of your baby’s physical structures are examined, but the …
Health topics
… This treatment is meant to keep the fetus healthy until the baby is mature enough to be … This treatment is meant to keep the fetus healthy until the baby is mature enough to be …
HealthLinkBC Files
38e What is fetal alcohol spectrum disorder? Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is a term used to describe a range of health and behavioural problems affecting people exposed to alcohol during …
Health topics
… to the monitor next to your bed. You can get out of bed and sit on a chair or stand … to the monitor next to your bed. You can get out of bed and sit on a chair or stand …
Health topics
… from hazards such as smoking, alcohol, drugs, infections and X rays. By the end of the first … from hazards such as smoking, alcohol, drugs, infections and X rays. By the end of the first …
Health topics
… physical changes to getting the chance to see your baby for the first time - here's an overview of what to expect during the second trimester of your pregnancy. Your second …
Health topics
… Usually your baby can safely be born at this age. 40 weeks Head hair is usually present. … Usually your baby can safely be born at this age. 40 weeks Head hair is usually present. …
Health topics
… doctor about them. Pregnancy: Should I Have Screening Tests for Birth Defects? 1 Get the … Summary Get the facts Your options Have a screening test to find out the chance that … your baby has a birth defect. Don't have a screening test. You may decide not to have any …
Health topics
Decision Point You may want to have a say in this decision, or you may simply want to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this information will help you understand what your choices are …
Health topics
… labour, which may lead to premature (preterm) birth. Preterm birth increases the babies' … You can expect to have the same symptoms during a multiple pregnancy that you'd have during a pregnancy with one fetus. But the …
