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Breastfeeding Your Newborn (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Under Revision

Describes the basics of breastfeeding, helping baby to latch on, knowing when baby is getting enough, and what to expect over the first few days and weeks of breastfeeding. Includes tips for feeding a sleepy baby. (English) Colour

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English (256643), Arabic (264104), Chinese - Simplified (264105), Farsi (264107), Korean (264106), Punjabi (264108)

Donor Human Milk (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

As the demand for donor milk far exceeds the supply, the BC Women's Milk Bank is always in need of new donors. This pamphlet provides information as well as the requirements to become a donor. (English) Colour

Substance Use: Safer Smoking [English] Permalink Public

This pamphlet has tips on safe crack and crystal use including mouth care, what to expect when using crack or crystal and signs of overdose. (English) Colour

Substance Use: Safer Injecting [English] Permalink Public

This pamphlet has tips on safe injecting, what to expect when using crack, cocaine or heroin and signs of overdose. (English) Colour

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome in Pregnancy [English] Permalink Public

This pamphlet provides an overview on carpal tunnel syndrome in pregnancy including stretching, treatment and helpful tips. (English)

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http://www.bcwomens.ca/Fact-Sheets-Resources-Site/...

Vaginal Pessary: Living with and caring for a vaginal pessary [English] Permalink Public

A pessary is a removable device made out of medical grade silicone. It is placed in the vagina to support the bladder, uterus and/or rectum. A pessary can help women who have difficulty employing their bladders or who leak urine. The brochure explains living and caring for a vaginal pessary. (English) Black & White

Nitrates in Well Water [English] Permalink Public

What are nitrates? How do nitrates get into well water? How do I know if there are nitrates in my well water? What are the health risks of high nitrate levels? What should I do if there is a pregnant woman or baby in the household? How can I get my well water tested? What if my water is high in nitrates? Number 05a. (English)

URL:

https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/sites/default/files/do...

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English, Chinese - Traditional, Farsi, French, Korean, Punjabi, Spanish, Vietnamese

Epidural during Labour (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

This resource is for people who are giving birth and considering an epidural for pain relief. It explains what to expect when you get an epidural, side-effects, and safety. (English) Colour

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English (262728), Chinese - Simplified (264428), Chinese - Traditional (264429), Punjabi (264430)

Fraser Health Telemonitoring Equipment (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Describes the equipment used for the 'BreatheWELL at Home' Telemonitoring program. (English) Colour

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English (257427), Punjabi (264180)

Best Beginnings: Easy online access to health information and resources (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Best Beginnings website and topics. (Colour only) (English) Colour