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Jaundice in Newborns [English] Permalink Public

This factsheet provides an overview on jaundice including signs and symptoms, complications, treatment, prevention, and when to seek medical assistance. Audio available. (English)

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Safe Sleep for Twins: Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

When babies are very young or sick, we place them in separate cribs because each baby can have different medical needs. When your babies are at least 36 weeks old (gestational age), or are within a week of going home, we start getting them ready to sleep at home. (English) Colour

Safer Sleep for My Baby [English] Permalink Public

A factsheet on making a safe sleep plan for your baby. (English)

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Eye Infection and Your Newborn Baby [English] Permalink Public

Most of the time, puffy or red eyes in your baby are caused by a blocked tear duct or infection by viruses or bacteria. Some eye infections may be serious and need special medication. This handout from Perinatal Services BC describes what to watch for. (English)

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Skin-to-Skin while on the Jet Ventilator - Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Information for parents on what to know and expect when doing skin-to-skin with their baby on a jet ventilator. (English) Colour

Syphilis in Pregnancy [English] Permalink Public

Syphilis is a serious infection. You can have syphilis and not know it. Syphilis can harm you and your baby. Congenital syphilis occurs when a mother with syphilis passes the infection on to her baby during pregnancy or at birth. If left untreated, syphilis can lead to premature birth, long-term neurological issues, bone deformities, deafness, or even stillbirth. (English)

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When Your Baby is Allergic to Cow's Milk Protein: What to eat while feeding your baby breastmilk [English] Permalink Public

This is a common food allergy in babies. It happens when a baby’s body overreacts to the protein in the milk of cows. This allergy can damage the baby’s stomach and intestines. This is called a Cow’s Milk Protein Allergy (CMPA). Sometimes, you hear it called Cow’s Milk Colitis (English) Colour

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Giving Human Milk Extra Calories [English] Permalink Public

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Use only with advice from a DIETITIAN. Human milk (breast milk) is the healthy first choice for feeding babies. Sometimes, babies need more calories than this to help them grow. Adding infant formula powder to your milk gives the extra calories your baby needs. (English) Colour

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Urgent Consult Service for Children and Youth [English] Permalink Public

This sheet describes our Pediatric Urgent Consult Service. It tells you what the service is, how the appointment is arranged, where the appointment will be, what to do if your child gets sicker before the appointment, where to get help, and what to expect the day of the appointment. (English) Colour

Making High Calorie Baby Formula from Powder [English] Permalink Public

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Use only with advice from a DIETITIAN. Most baby formulas have 20 calories in each 30 mL or one ounce. Sometimes, babies need more calories than this to help them grow. When we increase the amount of powder, it gives your baby the extra calories they need. (English) Colour

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