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Twins and Premature Birth
To lower the chance of early births, women who are pregnant with twins typically see their doctors more often.
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Your Complete Guide to Being Well and Staying Healthy
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Nutrition
Could your diet use a nutritional tune-up? A healthful diet has many
benefits and it doesn’t have to be bland and boring. Add color to your
plate with fresh fruit and vegetables, choose whole grains and low-fat
dairy, and keep an eye on your portion size. Aim for balance, variety,
flexibility and moderation.
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Healthy Pregnancy and Childbirth
Pregnancy is an exciting time for parents-to-be. You want to know as much as you can about your developing baby and how your actions will affect his health. Use this information to help you make informed decisions from conception through delivery.
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Older Adults
Although genetics determines how long we will live, it's the lifestyle we choose that will determine how healthy we are as we age.
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Health Tip of the Day
How to Bathe a Baby
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Assemble two towels, two washcloths, baby soap and shampoo, a clean diaper, clothes and a blanket in the bathroom.
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Fill the bathtub with warm (not hot) water.
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Wash the head and shampoo the scalp before putting the baby into a tub. Rinse and pat dry.
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Lay the baby on the counter and unbundle her. Clean the diaper area with a washcloth before placing her in the bathtub.
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Once your baby is in the tub, hold her head in one hand. Wash her body with soap and a second clean washcloth.
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Dry your baby well. After dressing her, bundle her in a blanket.