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Fatigue During your first trimester, you may experience extreme fatigue. By the second trimester, your body will probably have adjusted, and you may feel full of energy. By the third trimester, however, you may feel exhausted again and need more rest...

Fatigue During your first trimester, you may exper...

The Pediatric Nutrition Surveillance System (PedNSS) and the Pregnancy Surveillance System (PNSS) are program-based surveillance systems that monitor the nutritional status of low-income infants, children, and women in federally funded maternal and c...

The Pediatric Nutrition Surveillance System (PedNS...

The following are the most common pregnancy concerns and the strategies to deal with them while you are on the job: Backache Backaches are common during pregnancy because of the increased weight you're carrying, especially if your baby is resting on ...

The following are the most common pregnancy concer...

Are pregnant women tested for Hepatitis B? Yes. When a pregnant woman comes in for prenatal care, she will be given a series of routine blood tests, including one that checks for the presence of Hepatitis B virus infection. This test is important bec...

Are pregnant women tested for Hepatitis B? Yes. Wh...

Rubella (German measles): Rubella infection in pregnant women can cause unborn babies to have serious birth defects with devastating, life-long consequences, or even die before birth. Make sure you have a pre-pregnancy blood test to see if you are im...

Rubella (German measles): Rubella infection in pre...

Did you know that your baby gets disease immunity (protection) from you during pregnancy? This immunity will protect your baby from some diseases during the first few months of life but immunity decreases over time. Babies need to be vaccinated start...

Did you know that your baby gets disease immunity ...

If you’re underweight, you could be damaging your body. It can cause stunted growth, weakened muscles and a lack of energy: bad news if you want to keep up with your mates. You may have wondered for a while if you are underweight. Perhaps friends or...

If you’re underweight, you could be damaging your ...

If you’re underweight, it’s not just your energy that may suffer. How do pallid, blotchy skin, thinning hair and brittle nails sound? You may have wondered for a while if you're underweight. Perhaps friends or your parents have mentioned it. If you'...

If you’re underweight, it’s not just your energy t...

Two- to five-year-olds may be small, but they're growing and that means they need a lot of energy (calories) for their size. If your child is underweight, it's crucial they get their energy from a healthy and balanced diet. If you’re concerned that ...

Two- to five-year-olds may be small, but they're g...

Older children aged 6-12 are still growing, which means they need a lot of energy for their size. If your child is underweight, they may not be getting enough calories. If you’re concerned that your child is underweight or not growing normally, take...

Older children aged 6-12 are still growing, which ...

Is it true that you can't get pregnant while you're breastfeeding? I'm currently breastfeeding my baby and my husband and I aren't using any sort of protection. Thanks! - Marisol Breastfeeding naturally suppresses the hormones needed for ovulation, s...

Is it true that you can't get pregnant while you'r...

I know that doctors recommend breastfeeding over formula, but I’m having a hard time with it. I've worked with a lactation consultant, but it’s still not happening. I feel like a failure and am afraid to admit that I’ve been giving my baby formula! W...

I know that doctors recommend breastfeeding over f...

I'm a new mom and have just started breastfeeding. If I avoid certain foods during this time, can I lesson my daughter's chances of developing food allergies? - Chemera At this time, doctors do not recommend that you avoid certain foods while breastf...

I'm a new mom and have just started breastfeeding....

My 5-month-old seems to be interested in trying new foods. I’d like to offer him juice, but I’m not sure if he's ready and, if he is, what type of juice drinks to give him. Any suggestions? - Michelle It's best to wait until after babies reach 6 mont...

My 5-month-old seems to be interested in trying ne...

I've heard that I shouldn't feed my baby honey. Is this true? - Kathy It's true that honey should not be fed to infants younger than 1 year old. Clostridium bacteria that cause infant botulism usually thrive in soil and dust. However, they can also c...

I've heard that I shouldn't feed my baby honey. Is...

Many toddlers become attached to their bottles. They have them with them much of the time, so besides providing nourishment, bottles also mean comfort and security. But it's important for parents to start weaning babies from bottles around the end of...

Many toddlers become attached to their bottles. Th...

My 2½-year-old daughter seems to talk less than her sister did at this age. I know that kids develop language skills at different times, but I'm still concerned. What's "normal" for her age? - Nina As you mention, all children (yes, even siblings!) d...

My 2½-year-old daughter seems to talk less than he...

A friend of mine just started giving her 3-month-old applesauce and rice cereal. My son is just 2 weeks younger than hers, and I am wondering if I should be introducing solids soon, too. What do you think? - Taylor Wait a bit longer. Most babies are ...

A friend of mine just started giving her 3-month-o...

Any suggestions on how to wean a 2-year-old? Both Mom and Dad are emotionally ready to wean, but the child doesn’t seem to be. - Kathleen and Jim Breast milk is the food of choice for infants. However, long before age 2, children should be eating a d...

Any suggestions on how to wean a 2-year-old? Both ...

At what age can babies switch from breast milk or formula to cow’s milk? - Tamika Infants younger than 1 year old need the nutrients in breast milk or formula. Breastfed babies over 1 year may continue to nurse, if desired, but at that point you can ...

At what age can babies switch from breast milk or ...

Weaning is when a baby transitions from breast milk to other sources of nourishment. When to wean is a personal decision. Moms may be influenced by a return to work, her health or the baby's, or simply a feeling that the time is right. Weaning a baby...

Weaning is when a baby transitions from breast mil...