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Premature Babies … Because they are born too early, preemies weigh much less than full-term babies.
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But infection with the virus can be serious in babies and people with weak immune systems. … Usually the babies do not have health problems. … But some babies can develop lifelong disabilities.
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More women are having babies after age 30 and more are taking fertility drugs. … Multiple pregnancy babies have a much higher risk of being born prematurely and having a low birth … Finally, they may deliver by C-section , especially if there are three babies or more.
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September 29, 2011 - Some low birth weight babies may be more at risk for certain health problems. … High birth weight babies are often big because the parents are big, or the mother has diabetes during … These babies may be at a higher risk of birth injuries and problems with blood sugar.
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December 01, 2020 - Infant and Newborn Nutrition
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Food provides the energy and nutrients that babies … Infant formulas are available for babies whose mothers are not able or decide not to breastfeed.
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November 22, 2024 - Newborn babies get screened for many of them, using blood tests. … Some babies may also need additional treatments if there are complications.
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June 26, 2023 - Certain types of cancer may occur less often in mothers who have breastfed their babies. … Women who don't have health problems should try to give their babies breast milk for at least the first
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January 27, 2016 - In the United States, almost one in three women has their babies this way.
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Mothers can also infect their babies during childbirth.
Symptoms of herpes are called outbreaks. … The virus can be more serious in newborn babies or in people with weak immune systems.
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September 19, 2012 - All babies born in U.S. hospitals must now have a screening test for PKU. … Babies who get on this special diet soon after they are born develop normally.
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March 20, 2013 - Babies with cerebral palsy are often slow to roll over, sit, crawl, smile, or walk. … Some babies are born with cerebral palsy; others get it after they are born.
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July 12, 2016 - Mothers and babies are monitored closely during labor.
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Newborn babies get screened for many of them, using blood tests. … Some babies may also need additional treatments, if there are complications.
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September 30, 2014 - One out of every
33 babies in the United States is born with a birth defect. … Babies with birth defects may need surgery or other medical treatments.
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October 25, 2022 - Babies can have health issues that are different from older children and adults, like diaper rash and
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For babies, you should clean teeth with a soft, clean cloth or baby's toothbrush.
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It's common for new babies to have slightly uneven heads, but parents should watch the shape of their
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November 01, 2017 - Low-risk, pregnant women delivering full-term babies.
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