Vitamin K Shot

This resource from Dr. Sara Wickham provides evidence-based information on vitamin K for newborns, helping parents understand why it is offered, the risks of vitamin K deficiency bleeding, and the options for administration (injection or oral). It outlines the benefits, safety considerations, and alternatives.

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Growing Up Healthy

A resource booklet for First Nations and Métis parents in BC concerning the health and well-being of children. Topics include traditional foods, healthy eating on a budget, and general family wellness. It offers guidance on physical health, eye and dental health, safety, sleeping, and activity for children, with age-specific information from pregnancy to 6 years.

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Pregnancy and Substance Use

This document is a Harm Reduction Toolkit for Pregnancy and Substance Use. It provides detailed, evidence-based harm reduction information for various substances, including alcohol, benzodiazepines, cannabis, opioids, stimulants, and tobacco/nicotine. The resource also guides individuals on navigating prenatal care, labor, childbirth, and the postpartum period while emphasizing the right to quality perinatal care.

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Liquid Concentrate Infant Formula: What You Need to Know

This resource is a companion guide specifically focused on the safe and correct use of liquid concentrate infant formula. It provides step-by-step instructions for preparing bottles using this specific type of formula. The document also covers storage guidelines for both the liquid concentrate before mixing and for the prepared bottles, emphasizing safety precautions.

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Infant Formula: What You Need to Know

This document is a comprehensive guide to infant formula feeding. It contains information on:

  • Types of formula available.

  • Safe handling and storage of formula and water.

  • Step-by-step instructions on how to prepare a bottle correctly and safely.

  • Guidelines on feeding techniques and frequency.

  • Information on when and how to transition from formula to cow's milk.

  • Advice on equipment needed and cleaning bottles.

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How to Know Your Baby is Getting Enough Milk

This document is a straightforward guide designed to help parents determine if their baby is receiving enough breast milk. It focuses on observable indicators, listing signs of good milk intake, such as output (wet diapers and bowel movements) and behavioural cues. It also outlines signs that the baby might not be getting enough milk and advises on when to seek professional help.

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A Guide to Your Baby's First Foods

This document is a comprehensive guide to introducing a baby's first foods. 

It provides information on:

  • When and how to start solids.

  • Nutritional needs for infants.

  • Types of foods to offer, including texture progression.

  • Meal planning and healthy eating tips for babies.

  • Safety considerations, such as preventing choking and managing allergies.

  • Food preparation and storage guidelines.

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