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Postpartum Depression [English] Permalink Public

Childbearing is usually marked with celebration, but families and the broader community may forget that this can be a stressful time for a mother. Sometimes, the experience can be so disorganized and exhausting that the woman becomes too sad, anxious or overwhelmed to get back to her normal life. This can be a sign of postpartum depression. (English)

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Breastfeeding is about Health (colour) [English] Permalink Public

A factsheet providing information and tips on breastfeeding. (English) Colour

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Breastfeeding is about Health [English] Permalink Public

A factsheet providing information and tips on breastfeeding. (English) Black & White

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Healthy Punjabi Diet During Pregnancy [English] Permalink Public

By eating well, you are giving your baby the healthiest possible start in life. Following the health tips on this sheet can improve your chances of gaining enough weight during your pregnancy and delivering a baby with a healthy birth weight. (English) Colour

Mom and Baby at Home (Burnaby Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

Information for new mothers on what to expect in the first few days at home. (English) Black & White

Full Term Baby Chart (Burnaby Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

Information on feeding and output in the first week, and a form to help keep a record of when your baby feeds or has a wet or dirty diaper. (English) Black & White

Vitamin D for Babies and Toddlers (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

A factsheet covering how much vitamin D is required for babies and toddlers and where to obtain it. (English) Colour

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Emergency Contraceptive Pill (ECP) [English] Permalink Public

ECP is a very strong birth control pill that may prevent ovulation (release of an egg) or prevent the egg from implanting in the womb. Taking ECP is safe, easy to use and effective if taken within 120 hours of having unprotected sex. (Plan B, Contingency One, Next Choice, NorLeveo, Option 2) (English) Colour

Post-Amniocentesis Information [English] Permalink Public

An amniocentesis is done by inserting a fine needle througth the abdomen into the amniotic fluid sac which surrounds the baby to obtain a sample of the fluid. Tests are then conducted on the samples examining the fetal chromosomes, and checking for spinal and abdominal defects. (English) Black & White

Facts About Chickenpox [English] Permalink Public

HealthLinkBC Health File information about chickenpox including vaccine, symptoms, home treatment, and shingles. Number 44a. (English)

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