NICU 101. Here are 10 pieces of advice and information that you’ll find helpful if your baby needs to spend time in the NICU.
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Every parent needs some help sometime. Whether you need medical advice or financial assistance, Healthy Futures is your gateway to finding the help and support you need.
Protecting Your Child with Immunization
Every day, parents take hundreds of small steps to protect their kids. From car seats to bike helmets, we make sure that they are safeguarded from the dangers of life. Immunizations are an essential protection against diseases in the environment.
The Healthy Futures Home Visit
Learn how you can invite a Registered Nurse to your home after you deliver your baby. They can answer your questions and help you with your concerns.
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Every parent needs some help sometime. Whether you need medical advice or financial assistance, Healthy Futures is your gateway to finding the help and support you need.
Is it Colic? Or Something Else?
All babies fuss and cry during the first several weeks. Some a little and some a lot. Crying can cause parents to feel helpless, frustrated, and exhausted. Here are a few guidelines to help you through this time and know when to call for help.
Michigan State Screenings and Your Baby
Early detection is key when it comes to the fragile life of a newborn and a little work up front can save years of hardship down the road. That’s why Michigan law requires that your baby be screened for several conditions before leaving the hospital.
Fevers and Taking Your Baby’s Temperature
At some point your child will come down with a fever and it’s important for you to know how to take an accurate temperature.
Healthy Teeth and Gums
Help your infant maintain a healthy smile throughout their life. Here are a few key points to get started on a regular dental routine that will help your infant maintain a healthy mouth, teeth, and gums.
Food Allergies and Your Baby
This article addresses some common thoughts about food allergies and babies, seeking to eliminate confusion about what is a myth and what is a fact.
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