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Routine schedules protect against diseases including diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, polio, Hib, meningococcal disease, pneumococcus, rotavirus and measles. a short, clear list of what helps and what backfires for parents managing a baby’s…
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Up to 10% weight loss in the first days is normal, with birth weight regained by two weeks. the physiology and evidence, explained without jargon for new parents.
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By week 23, the lungs begin producing surfactant and there is a real, if fragile, chance of survival with intensive care. the line between normal variation and a reason to call someone…
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By week 23, the lungs begin producing surfactant and there is a real, if fragile, chance of survival with intensive care. specific jobs the people around you can take on for expectant…
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The same short, predictable sequence each night becomes a sleep cue within a couple of weeks. what to do when it happens in the middle of the night for parents of babies…
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Tympanic and non-contact infrared are quick, digital axillary is cheapest and reliable. the physiology and evidence, explained without jargon for parents planning purchases.
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Tympanic and non-contact infrared are quick, digital axillary is cheapest and reliable. the physiology and evidence, explained without jargon for parents choosing baby gear.
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Soft vegetables, iron-rich meats, lentils, avocado and banana are excellent starters. a short, clear list of what helps and what backfires for parents starting solids.
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Mild fever, irritability and a sore leg for 24 to 48 hours are expected and are the immune system working. a short, clear list of what helps and what backfires for parents…
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Centile lines describe a population, and following your own line matters more than which line it is. the physiology and evidence, explained without jargon for new parents.
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