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Premature Baby Complications

A premature baby is one who is born before 37 weeks of gestation. Because the baby is not considered full-term, there is an increased risk of complications for the baby. If you are at risk for a premature delivery or already have a premature baby, understanding the potential complications helps you prepare for the coming weeks and months.

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Pets for Children With Asthma

Family pets are often problematic for children with asthma. Some animals, however, are less likely to worsen asthma symptoms. For families who have a child with asthma or a strong family history of allergies, it’s always best to have some extended exposure with an animal before you decide to bring it home and make it part of your family. It’s better to find out that an animal irritates your child’s asthma before bringing it home rather than afterward.

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Baby Diaper Rash Relief

The skin in the area covered by a baby’s diaper is very sensitive, often leading to a diaper rash. The sensitive skin might become irritated from urine, stools and rubbing of the diaper. Bacteria and yeast complicates the irritation. Your baby’s diaper rash might range from a minor irritation to painful redness with bumps that spread all over the area. Relief techniques help your baby feel more comfortable and might speed the healing process.

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High-Protein Diet Plan for Women

Women who decide to go on a diet may choose a high-protein one. High-protein diets have enjoyed popularity because of the ease in determining what should and should not be eaten. Though there are concerns about eating too much protein, especially if the protein is high in fat, a controlled, healthy high-protein diet can help women lose weight quickly.