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Feeding Your Baby Using a Nipple Shield (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Nipple shield information for breastfeeding or chestfeeding parents including when and how to use it, how to wean baby off of using the shield, and how to clean the shield. (English) Colour

Having Your Baby - Your Hospital Stay (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Having a baby is a very exciting time! Our goal is to help you and your family welcome this baby in a safe and caring environment. Read this booklet carefully. It is meant to help you plan your stay and know what to expect when you come to the hospital to have your baby. Bring this booklet with you when you come to the hospital. STORES #448419 (English) Colour

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Your guide to postpartum health and caring for your baby [English] Permalink Public

If you are pregnant or you have just welcomed a new baby, this guide is for you! Having a baby can be a happy and wonderful time, but it can also bring worry and uncertainty. Parents often have questions and concerns as they face the changes a new baby brings. This guide will give you accurate information to help you make good decisions about taking care of yourself, your family and your new baby. NOTE: Please order the resource with Health Canada Ordering System: https://www.hc-publication-sc.hc-sc.gc.ca/paccb-dgapcc/cmcd-dcmc/webpubs.nsf/Web1/220772?OpenDocument&lang=eng (English)

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Managing Breast Fullness After the Loss of a Baby (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

After the loss of a baby, people often just put up with the breast fullness until the milk begins to ‘dry up’. Some people have found some comfort in donating their milk. Here we describe both these options for managing breast fullness. (English) Colour

Collecting My Colostrum While Pregnant (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Colostrum is the early milk your body makes. Some people can start collecting their milk at 36 weeks pregnant — ask your healthcare provider if this is the right time for you. Read this booklet to learn about collecting your colostrum while pregnant. (English) Colour

Stopping your milk supply [English] Permalink Public

There can be many reasons to stop your milk supply. It could be that your baby is now older and ready, or that you need to take medications, like cancer drugs for long-term. This booklet will tell you how you can stop your milk supply, if you have to do it quickly or if you can take your time and wean gradually. (English) Colour

Your Guide to a Healthy Pregnancy [English] Permalink Public

Public Health Agency of Canada's Your guide to a healthy pregnancy includes information about diet, exercise, prenatal care, physical and emotional well-being, breastfeeding and preparing for the birth of your newborn. (English)

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You're Not Alone [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.

Usually provided to you by a Social Worker: This perinatal loss booklet includes information about dealing with pregnancy loss, after the loss –caring for your body, you are absolutely normal, taking care of yourself, making it through the year – the first year and beyond, and resources available. (English) Colour

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Kangaroo Care - Information for Parents [English] Permalink Public

An information booklet for parents about the importance of Kangaroo Care. (English)

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Staying in the Hospital Before Childbirth (Royal Columbian Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

Having a baby is an exciting time! Coming to the hospital during your pregnancy, especially if it is unplanned, can be challenging. You are in the hospital because of a condition in your pregnancy that makes us want to watch you and your unborn baby closely. This booklet gives you and your family information about your stay. If you have questions, please ask your nurse. (English) Colour