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… vegetables and fruits: Wash produce. Peel skin as needed Remove seeds or pits Cut … until the yolk is firm Cook tofu Remove the skin and bones from fish and poultry such as … vegetables and fruits: Wash produce. Peel skin as needed Remove seeds or pits Cut …
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… routine of meals and snacks is important for your child’s growth and development. Offer your child 3 small meals and 2 to 3 snacks at … for children ages 5 and under If you have questions about your child’s food intake, …
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… some ideas for adding new healthful foods to your holiday table: Serve a new vegetable or … Food Guide. If you’re interested in modifying your classic holiday recipes to make them … margarine instead of butter or lard in your cooking and baking Replace some of the …
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… up to age 2 and beyond. For the first six months of their lives, babies get all the nutrition they need through … Additional resources Trans Care BC Explore parenting resources specifically created for …
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… than 12 years Less than 12 years 12 years or older 12 years or older Are you male or … These include: Your age . Babies and older adults tend to get sicker quicker. Your … other medicine (called a blood thinner) that prevents blood clots, it can cause some blood …
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… your child nutritious foods from an early age to help them develop healthy habits for … varies based on their age, activity level, growth rate and appetite. It’s normal for your … and snacks at about the same time every day. Children who graze all day may not learn how …
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… Overview When to start giving your baby solid foods Breast milk or … formula. footnote 1 , footnote 2 Knowing that your baby is ready to eat solid foods Your … you want to avoid. Some foods aren't safe or healthy for babies. Here's a list of foods to …
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… and are under 2 months of age Have a weakened immune system, meaning they are more likely to … and are under 2 months of age Have a weakened immune system, meaning they are more likely to …
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69b Child Nutrition Series Human milk (breast milk) is the only food a baby needs for the first 6 months of their life. It’s recommended that babies continue to be offered human milk until 2 years of …
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… under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to … care provider. For more information on Reye syndrome, visit  HealthLinkBC File #84 Reye syndrome . It is important to stay in the …