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When his fingernails are long enough for him to scratch himself, they will need to be trimmed or gently filed.

Diapers will be part of your baby’s wardrobe until he’s potty trained. Disposable or cloth diapers? It’s a matter of choice. Opt for the ones that work best for your baby’s skin and fit best with your values, needs, budget, and situation.

Pregnant women often experience bleeding at the beginning of their pregnancy. Bleeding may be related to changes associated with the start of pregnancy, i.e., the implantation of the embryo in the uterus. However, half of all women who bleed in early pregnancy have a miscarriage. In some cases, miscarriage can occur without any symptoms or bleeding.

Regular checkups with a doctor or nurse allow you to discuss your child’s health and development. These checkups are also an opportunity to ask questions about her growth, feeding, vaccination, or any other subject concerning your child’s health.

If your child is well but you would like to see a health professional, you should contact your CLSC, the gateway to a number of services including vaccination, breastfeeding clinics, and referrals to other resources.

Your baby will grow in spurts, at his own pace. All children of the same age don’t necessarily have their growth spurts at the same time.

Your baby’s teeth start to form during pregnancy. At birth, she has 20 baby teeth, or primary teeth, that are still growing under the gums.

Vaccination is one of the most effective ways of protecting your children’s health. It prevents a number of serious illnesses.

The large majority of children go through infancy in good health. Most of them will have occasional minor health problems, but very few infants develop serious illnesses. However despite all your care, your baby will sometimes become ill. You will want to find a way to make her feel better.

There are a few items that can be handy when it comes to caring for your child.