Lead is very dangerous, especially for babies and young children. But even before birth, you can take steps to keep lead out of your home and other places your baby…
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Did you know that about half of babies diagnosed with whooping cough (also known as pertussis) end up in the hospital? Most of these babies were infected by someone at…
Disasters come in all shapes and sizes. Just as you take/took little steps every day to prepare for your baby’s arrival, here are a few tips to help you get…
SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome) is the sudden, unexplained death of an infant younger than one year of age. It is the leading cause of death in children between one…
Maintaining a healthy weight and eating healthy foods during pregnancy is essential to your baby’s growth and development. In order to get the nutrients you and your baby need, you…
Get off to a good start when your baby arrives - learn about breastfeeding now! Exclusive breastfeeding for six months and continued breastfeeding with addition of appropriate foods for up...
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Pregnant Women Urged to Avoid Going to Areas with Zika Risk The California Department of Public Health has issued a press release urging pregnant women to avoid going to areas...
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The CDC wants you to know that vaccines are an important part of a healthy pregnancy. Certain diseases can be very serious for you and your developing baby during your...
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