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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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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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Expressing Your Breast Milk: When Your Baby is in the Hospital (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

While in the hospital, your baby might not be able to breast feed right away. This does not mean that your baby cannot have your breast milk. In fact, one of the best things you can do for your baby right now is express your milk so your baby can have it either now, or when he or she is ready. This information will help you get started expressing your milk using hand expression and pump methods. The nurses will help you if you have any questions. (English) Colour

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Safe Skin-to-Skin With Your Baby [English] Permalink Public

Healthy babies are more likely to suffocate when we are distracted. This poster describes how to safely do skin-to-skin. (English) Colour

My Baby's Special Hour (Golden Hour) [English] Permalink Public

This brochure describes what is golden hour and the importance of the golden hour for your baby. (English)

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http://www.perinatalservicesbc.ca/Documents/Health...

Fetal Diagnosis Service [English] Permalink Public

The Fetal Diagnosis Service clinic helps pregnant people and their families when their ultrasound shows something unusual. We provide the support and the information you need to understand the ultrasound result and to decide what to do next. This factsheet explains what you can expect at your first appointment at the clinic. (English) Colour

Immunization and Pregnancy [English] Permalink Public

Immunizations help protect you and your baby against serious diseases. Learn about immunization: Before you become pregnant, While you are pregnant, After the birth of your baby, and Your baby’s first immunizations. Make sure all your immunizations are up-to-date before you become pregnant. This will help protect you and your baby from many serious vaccine preventable diseases. (English)

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https://immunizebc.ca/sites/default/files/graphics...