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Learning to do hand expression in the first three to four days after your baby is born is important. Hand expression of colostrum for a few minutes after feeding gives extra stimulation to your …
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… To learn more, you can read our article about Getting started on expressing breastmilk . Download a transcript …
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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 …
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… in the bottle after a feeding. Milk can get too hot! Never heat breast milk on top of the stove. It can get too hot too fast. Never microwave breast … VIDEO: Breastfeeding positions VIDEO: Hand expressing milk VIDEO: Latching your baby … If …
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… information and resources to support you with breastfeeding or chestfeeding your baby. … baby from their bodies. Both chestfeeding and breastfeeding are used below to ensure that … all parents feel represented and included. Breastfeeding basics Breastfeeding or …
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… French If this is your first time breastfeeding, it may take some practice before you … In the first hour(s) after birth: Have your baby skin-to-skin on your bare chest right … together. Recognize behaviours and feeding cues - the signs that your baby is ready to …
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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 …
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… 12a Influenza (Flu) Series What should seniors know about the inactivated … they may be at much higher risk of severe disease and complications from influenza. For … Speak with a health care provider if you: Have had a life-threatening reaction to a …
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… for youth in B.C. Why get the HPV vaccine? Image It's free The HPV vaccine is free for all youth in B.C. ages 9-18. It’s offered in-school to students in grade 6, but if you … been given safely worldwide, with over 15 years of safety monitoring. See the evidence …
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… Getting children involved in lots of fun physical activity keeps them active and healthy. It’s … family life. How to get children involved in physical activity Helping children find …
