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This pamphlet provides information on Developmental Dysplasia of the hip
This pamphlet describes common fractures, how bones heal, different kinds of casts and splints, how to take care of the injured limb, and information about how the cast is removed.
Stretches and Strengthening; Bracing; Weight Bearing
A pamphlet that explains what to expect after dental treatment. It provides post operative information on: bleeding, cleaning, stitches and eating.
Pamphlet describing how to use a birthing ball safely during pregnancy. It also provides information on how to use the birthing ball after the baby is born - for both you and your baby, and how to keep the ball in good repair.
Learn about the exercise program recommended for you after you give birth by cesarean section.
Learn why your healthcare provider has asked you to get an allergy status check. A penicillin allergy test includes skin testing and oral challenge tests.
Learn how to help your healing after a vaginal birth. This handout describes abdominal and pelvic floor exercises you can do, starting immediately after birth. Also lists dates and times for the BC Women's postpartum physiotherapy class.
What is a retractile testicle?; What causes it?; How is this diagnosed?
This pamphlet looks at what a Central Venous Line (CVL) is, how it works, and why your child might need one. It also explains how doctors put a CVL in.
This 3 page pamphlet provides tips on breastfeeding for multiple babies. Includes tips on getting started, what to do if your babies are in NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) or IN (Intermediate Nursery), as well as information on breast feeding supplies.
Bronchiolitis is a cold virus (often Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)) that has gone down into your child's lungs. This pamphlet provides information about what to do, what treatments are available, and when to go to your family doctor and the emergency room.
This pamphlet provides information about a Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter (PICC) in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).
This booklet contains information about breastfeeding, specifically for mothers who have babies in the NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.)
This welcome booklet includes:; - A family welcome letter, explaining how you can help your baby in the NICU;; - Your vital role as parents in caring for your baby in the NICU;; - Information about your access cards, visitors, and how to keep your baby safe;; - Information about breastfeeding suppo…
For BCW NICU parents and caregivers. This diagram shows the steps to bringing your baby home with respiratory support.
Explains what a seizure is, what you should and should not do when your child is having a seizure.
Overview of what febrile seizures are and how to treat them.
This pamphlet provides information and instructions on how to catheterize your child.
This pamphlet provides information for parents about they can do when their child is having vomiting and diarrhea, also known as gastric flue or gastroenteritis. Includes information about what to do for babies under 6 months of age, and children over 6 months.
Information on how to care for your child after cleft palate surgery including feeding, mouth care, ear and throat care, and pain management.
Information on how to care for your child after cleft lip surgery including feeding, healing and incision care, pain management, and orthodontic appliances.
Learn about how oral immune therapy benefits premature or ill babies. This pamphlet explains how to how to hand express colostrum and breast milk for your baby.
Information to assist parents and caregivers of a child with Cortical Visual Impairment (CVI).
Explains the types of clubfoot, treatment including Botox, long term follow-up.
Learn what to expect after your child has a tonsillectomy (surgery to remove their tonsils). Explains how to care for your child, and when to get help.
Learn what to expect after your child has surgery for recurrent respiratory papillomatosis (RRP). Explains how to care for your child, and when to get help.
Learn what to expect after your child has a laryngoscopy or bronchoscopy procedure. Explains how to care for your child, and when to get help.