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… Overview What is premature (preterm) birth? Pregnancy normally lasts about 40 … or more; infection; or drug or alcohol use during pregnancy. Often the cause is never … Depression Delivery of Your Preterm Infant During preterm labour A preterm birth may …
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… Starting at 2 months after birth, premature infants (preemies) need all the recommended … Immunizations for people who visit your newborn People who want to see your … in close contact with your baby. Adults and children need to get the yearly flu vaccine …
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… how to provide the care your baby needs for a healthy start. Premature infants If your baby … a happy, confident child requires a strong, healthy emotional attachment. There are simple … how to provide the care your baby needs for a healthy start. … If your baby is born more …
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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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… Topic Overview Infants born before 28 weeks of pregnancy are called "extremely premature." If … chance than ever before of doing well. A baby has the best chance of survival in a … resuscitation doesn't work or isn't done, babies get care that makes them comfortable …
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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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… means that damaged tissue in the newborn's lungs is causing breathing and health problems. The lungs trap air or collapse, fill with fluid, … disease is caused by problems in a baby's lungs. It is most common in premature babies …
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… and gag reflex. Weakness of both the oral and stomach muscles. Small stomach … enough to feed from a nipple, you can start oral feedings. Over days or weeks, you can … replace more tube or IV feedings with oral feedings. What should you know about …
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… due to a high metabolism and less effective kidneys, putting them at a higher risk of … due to a high metabolism and less effective kidneys, putting them at a higher risk of …
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… 2.79MB, Rudd Center, USA) Weight-related conditions and concerns Disordered eating and … eats or how active they are. Genetics, health conditions, stress, sleep quality and other …
