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What is a Transfusion? [English] Permalink Public

This pamphlet explains what a transfusion is, what can be transfused, and what the associated risks are. (English) Black & White

Welcome to Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (Burnaby Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

We hope this booklet helps you become more familiar with our unit. It gives you information about visiting, services available, how you can take part in your babies care, getting ready to bring baby home. (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

Your Late Preterm Baby (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

A ‘late preterm’ baby is a baby born three to five weeks early, or between 35 weeks and 37 weeks of pregnancy. These babies are usually healthier than babies born earlier, but there is a chance they could have certain health problems. This information is meant to help you care for your baby at home and know what to watch for. (English) Black & White

Are you...a new mother or expecting a baby? Are you...feeling sad or anxious? (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Depression can begin in pregnancy, right after birth or anytime within the entire first year after birth. The symptoms range from mild blues to total despair. This Best Beginnings pamphlet includes information on the signs of depression and where to get help. (English) Colour

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Registration for Best Beginnings is Easy! (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

This pamphlet provides registration form and information for the Best Beginnings program early in pregnancy. (English) Colour

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Your First Days at Home with Your New Baby (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

This Best Beginnings brochure provides information about your first days at home with a new baby including Public Health contact information, when to call a health care provider, and resources available. (English) Colour

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Get Breastfeeding or Chestfeeding Off to a Good Start (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Tips on how to get breastfeeding or chestfeeding off to a good start before baby is born and when baby is born. Information on how you know if baby is getting enough milk and what to do when you need help with breastfeeding or chestfeeding. Includes links and QR codes to helpful web resources. (English) Colour

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Safe Skin-to-Skin Cuddling (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

This brochure contains information about skin to skin contact and how this helps a baby breastfeed, stabilize his body systems, and brain development. (English) Colour

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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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