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… and is updated on a weekly basis. Play for toddlers As your child grows, experts … children to play as follows: Play actively – toddlers need at least 180 minutes of physical … and learning through play. With time, toddlers will offer to help parents with …
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… child’s experiences in the early months and years of life affect their health and … talk to your health care provider. From birth to 3 months, your baby: Recognizes … leave Throws toys or objects on purpose Plays social games, such as ‘peekaboo’ or …
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… Overview What can you do to help keep your child safe? No one can watch a child's every … balance among supervising your child, taking safety precautions, and allowing your child to … any equipment. Use extra caution when riding bicycles or tricycles. Make sure that you and …
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… Overview All children need early and regular dental care. During routine checkups visits the … placed on the molars. Related Information Basic Dental Care References Citations …
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… surroundings. Many pregnant people write up a birth plan, also known as birth wishes, for healthcare providers and … to deliver your baby safely, and most births go smoothly, without any medical …
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… Overview Children usually move in natural, predictable steps as they grow and develop language, cognitive, social, and … to 10, your child develops a more mature and logical way of thinking. Children this age …
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… Overview Birth control is any method used to prevent pregnancy. Another word for birth control is contraception. If you have sex without birth control, there is a chance that you …
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… Overview Birth control is any method used to prevent … you're comfortable with can help avoid an unplanned pregnancy. Your Choices There are lots of good options …
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… Who should get the hepatitis B vaccine at birth? Babies receive the hepatitis B vaccine at birth if their mother has hepatitis B or is at … A baby should also get the vaccine at birth if a household member or caregiver has …
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… Overview Anyone who has a head injury during a sporting event needs to … stop all activity and not return to play that day. Being active again before the … to 2 days of rest, both physical and mental. After resting, the athlete can gradually …