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Colostrum for Your Baby's Health (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

The first milk you make is called colostrum. It is a thick, sticky, yellowish liquid that is very good for your baby. It is easy to digest. It is rich in important nutrients, such as Vitamin A, protein, and minerals, which help your baby grow. It is also full of antibodies, helping protect your baby from bacteria and viruses. (English) Colour

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Cannabis Use and Human Milk [English] Permalink Public

This resource explains how cannabis use by a parent affects a baby. For people who choose to use cannabis, this resource provides suggestions for keeping your baby safer. (English) Colour

Breastfeeding Problems: Sore Nipples [English] Permalink Public

This factsheet provides information on nipple tenderness when breastfeeding and measures to help prevent and treat sore nipples. Audio available. (English)

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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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The Benefits of Eating Together For Children and Families [English] Permalink Public

HealthLinkBC resource about the benefits to eating with others. Here are some tips and strategies to help you get started. (English)

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

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Pregnancy and Nutrition: Folate and Neural Tube Defects [English] Permalink Public

HealthLinkBC Health File information about pregnancy and nutrition including overview and importance of folate and folic acid, how common are neural tube defects, recommended dietary allowance, and risks. Number 38c. (English)

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Pregnancy and Alcohol Use [English] Permalink Public

HealthLinkBC Health File overview about pregnancy and alcohol use including risks and available resources. Number 38d. (English)

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Your Guide to Strong Bones [English] Permalink Public

This two-page guide from Osteoporosis Canada focuses on ways to keep your bones strong, touching on nutrition, exercise, vitamin supplements, medication, and more. (English)

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https://osteoporosis.ca/wp-content/uploads/OC.Oste...

Quick Tips for Conserving Your Energy (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Someone from a specific health profession or program usually gives this resource to the person who needs it and reviews it with them. Before using this information, please review it with someone from that profession or program.

List of quick tips to help you conserve your energy. This includes: Setting priorities, planning ahead, changing your home set-up, and additional ways to save you energy. (English) Colour

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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)

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