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Managing Breast Fullness After the Loss of a Baby (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

After the loss of a baby, people often just put up with the breast fullness until the milk begins to ‘dry up’. Some people have found some comfort in donating their milk. Here we describe both these options for managing breast fullness. (English) Colour

Safe Skin-to-Skin With Your Baby [English] Permalink Public

Healthy babies are more likely to suffocate when we are distracted. This poster describes how to safely do skin-to-skin. (English) Colour

Collecting My Colostrum While Pregnant (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Colostrum is the early milk your body makes. Some people can start collecting their milk at 36 weeks pregnant — ask your healthcare provider if this is the right time for you. Read this booklet to learn about collecting your colostrum while pregnant. (English) Colour

Yeast and Thrush Infections (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Yeast (Candida) is a fungus, which often lives in humans. Too much yeast can lead to an infection. It can be found in the baby’s mouth (called ‘thrush’) and/or diaper area. It can also be found in the vagina and on the skin or nipples of the breastfeeding/chest feeding parent. This pamphlet describes the signs to watch for and how the infection is treated. (English) Colour

Best Beginnings: Highlights For You and Your Baby Bookmark (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

This bookmark highlights topics about you and your baby in the Baby's Best Chance book . It also gives you a list of the local Public Health units. NOTE: When ordering this resource, please choose colour. (English) Colour

Stopping your milk supply [English] Permalink Public

There can be many reasons to stop your milk supply. It could be that your baby is now older and ready, or that you need to take medications, like cancer drugs for long-term. This booklet will tell you how you can stop your milk supply, if you have to do it quickly or if you can take your time and wean gradually. (English) Colour

Online Resources For Your Pregnancy [English] Permalink Public

Having a baby is a very exciting time! Here are some resources to help you and your family welcome this baby into your life. (English) Colour

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Your Guide to a Healthy Pregnancy [English] Permalink Public

Public Health Agency of Canada's Your guide to a healthy pregnancy includes information about diet, exercise, prenatal care, physical and emotional well-being, breastfeeding and preparing for the birth of your newborn. (English)

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https://www.canada.ca/content/dam/phac-aspc/docume...

Preparing for Your Labour [English] Permalink Public

This factsheet gives you information on where to go for help if you have concerns about your pregnancy. It discusses your unborn baby's movement, and the induction of labour. Links are provided for more information on having a healthy pregnancy, comfort in labour, and your hospital stay. (English) Colour

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Enhanced Family Visiting Program (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

A tear off resource for Public Health Nurses to use when introducing the Enhanced Family Visiting Program. (English) Colour