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… that full-term infants get.  Preemies also have a higher risk than full-term infants for … Immunizations for people who visit your newborn People who want to see your
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… ImmunizeBC.ca has moved to HealthLinkBC.ca/immunizations . You’ll find information on vaccines, immunization schedules, after care, vaccine-preventable …
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Overview What is premature (preterm) birth? Pregnancy normally lasts about 40 weeks. When delivery occurs between 20 and 37 weeks of pregnancy, it's called a preterm birth. A baby born early is …
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Conditions Basics What is chronic lung disease in infants? Chronic lung disease in an infant means that damaged tissue in the newborn's lungs is causing breathing and health problems. The lungs trap …
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… or worried about it, get help. Both the nurses and your lactation consultant have … feeding your baby, talk to your doctor or nurse about it. In some cases, your health … how much it costs, talk with your doctor, nurse, or lactation consultant. If your baby …
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… is whether to resuscitate the infant. This means bringing the baby alive by getting the … severe problems listed above. footnote 4 This means that about 7 out of 10 did not get these … disability, and having a job. footnote 6 This means that more than 6 out of 10 did not have …
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… a healthy attitude towards their body, food and eating. Infants Thinking about how … Human milk (breast milk) is the only food or drink your baby needs for the first 6 … (HealthLinkBC File #69g) Starting solid foods At about 6 months of age, your baby …
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… chickenpox, talk to your doctor about a blood test for antibodies to that virus. If you … chickenpox, talk to your doctor about a blood test for antibodies to that virus. If you …
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… Overview After your infant is discharged from the neonatal … may need a special bed for the car. Ask your doctor what is best for your baby. Be sure to buy a car seat that is …
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… Care Ways to Comfort a Crying Baby Newborn health Learn more about health issues that appear at birth. Cleft Lip … baby. At first, it may be hard to know how healthy your baby will be. Some premature …