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Activity in the first six weeks after giving birth

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37870
IWK. Physiotherapy, IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit, IWK. Family and Newborn Unit, IWK. Urogynaecology / General Gynaecology, IWK. Birth Unit. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2017.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0898
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After the hard work of delivery of a baby, many mothers have questions about when they should start to exercises, or return to their usual exercise routine. This guide should help with some of those questions.
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Corporate Author
IWK. Physiotherapy
IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit
IWK. Family and Newborn Unit
IWK. Urogynaecology / General Gynaecology
IWK. Birth Unit
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2017
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Exercise
Maternal Health
Postnatal Care
Subjects (LCSH)
Exercise
New mothers--Health and hygiene
Postnatal care
Abstract
After the hard work of delivery of a baby, many mothers have questions about when they should start to exercises, or return to their usual exercise routine. This guide should help with some of those questions.
Notes
This pamphlet replaces PL-0245 "Exercise Program after Birth of Your Baby" and PL-0246 "Exercise Program after Caesarean Birth" as of 2015.
Responsibility
IWK Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-0898
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IWK. Birth Unit. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2021.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0803
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What it is, how it is performed, when can it be given, effect on labour, side effects.
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Corporate Author
IWK. Birth Unit
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2021
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Reproductive Medicine
Delivery of health care
Hospitalization
Surgical Procedures, Operative
Therapeutics
Diagnostic Techniques and Procedures
Maternal Health
Health Services
Subjects (LCSH)
Therapeutics
Surgery, Operative
Reproductive health
Maternal health services
Hospital patients
Health services administration
Diagnosis
Medical Care
Abstract
What it is, how it is performed, when can it be given, effect on labour, side effects.
Responsibility
IWK Birth Unit, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-0803
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[in Arabic] What's in Mom's suitcase?

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IWK. Birth Pre-Admission Clinic, IWK. Birth Unit. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2019.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0341-AR
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In Arabic. List of articles for expectant women and fathers-to-be to bring with them to the IWK.
Available Online
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Corporate Author
IWK. Birth Pre-Admission Clinic
IWK. Birth Unit
Alternate Title
packing list for when you have a baby at the IWK Health Centre
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2019
Format
Pamphlet
Language
Arabic
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Hospitalization
Parturition
Subjects (LCSH)
Hospital patients
Childbirth
Abstract
In Arabic. List of articles for expectant women and fathers-to-be to bring with them to the IWK.
Notes
The English version of this pamphlet is also available.
The French version of this pamphlet is also available.
Responsibility
IWK Birth Pre-Admission Clinic, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-0341-AR
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[In French] Dans la valise de maman

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IWK. Birth Pre-Admission Clinic, IWK. Birth Unit. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2019.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0341-FR
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In French. List of articles for expectant women and fathers-to-be to bring with them to the IWK.
Available Online
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Corporate Author
IWK. Birth Pre-Admission Clinic
IWK. Birth Unit
Alternate Title
liste de choses à emporter lorsque vous vous rendez au IWK Health Centre pour donner naissance
What's in Mom's suitcase?
packing list for when you have a baby at the IWK Health Centre
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2019
Format
Pamphlet
Language
French
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Hospitalization
Parturition
Subjects (LCSH)
Hospital patients
Childbirth
Abstract
In French. List of articles for expectant women and fathers-to-be to bring with them to the IWK.
Notes
The English version of this pamphlet is also available.
Responsibility
IWK Birth Pre-Admission Clinic, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-0341-FR
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[in Simplified Chinese] What's in Mom's suitcase?

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37736
IWK. Birth Pre-Admission Clinic, IWK. Birth Unit. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2019.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0341-CH
Available Online
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In Simplified Chinese. List of articles for expectant women and fathers-to-be to bring with them to the IWK.
Available Online
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Corporate Author
IWK. Birth Pre-Admission Clinic
IWK. Birth Unit
Alternate Title
packing list for when you have a baby at the IWK Health Centre
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2019
Format
Pamphlet
Language
Simplified Chinese
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Hospitalization
Parturition
Subjects (LCSH)
Hospital patients
Childbirth
Abstract
In Simplified Chinese. List of articles for expectant women and fathers-to-be to bring with them to the IWK.
Notes
The English version of this pamphlet is also available.
The French version of this pamphlet is also available.
The Arabic version of this pamphlet is also available.
Responsibility
IWK Birth Pre-Admission Clinic, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-0341-CH
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Instructions for Term Spontaneous Rupture of Membranes

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IWK. Birth Unit. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2022.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0980
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If the amniotic fluid (bag of water) around your baby is leaking, and you are waiting to go into labour, it is important that we watch for early signs that may suggest you are developing an infection in the uterus.
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Corporate Author
IWK. Birth Unit
Alternate Title
SRM
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2022
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Amniotic Fluid
Prenatal Care
Subjects (LCSH)
Amniotic liquid
Prenatal care
Abstract
If the amniotic fluid (bag of water) around your baby is leaking, and you are waiting to go into labour, it is important that we watch for early signs that may suggest you are developing an infection in the uterus.
Responsibility
IWK Birth Unit, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-0980
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Oral Sucrose for Painful Procedures

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38063
IWK. Adult Surgery and Women's Ambulatory Clinics, IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit, IWK. Family and Newborn Unit, IWK. Birth Unit. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2021.
Pamphlet Number
PL-1251
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Oral sucrose is a 24% sugar water that causes the body to release endorphins, which are chemicals that can help reduce pain. Oral sucrose can be used to comfort babies under 12 months during procedures that could cause pain.
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Corporate Author
IWK. Adult Surgery and Women's Ambulatory Clinics
IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit
IWK. Family and Newborn Unit
IWK. Birth Unit
Alternate Title
A Guide for Patients/Families
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2021
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Pain in infants
Infant Health
Therapeutics
Subjects (LCSH)
Pain
Therapeutics
Infants--Health and hygiene
Abstract
Oral sucrose is a 24% sugar water that causes the body to release endorphins, which are chemicals that can help reduce pain. Oral sucrose can be used to comfort babies under 12 months during procedures that could cause pain.
Responsibility
IWK Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-1251
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Pain Relief and Tips After Having a Baby

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37816
IWK. Adult Surgery and Women's Ambulatory Clinics, IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit, IWK. Family and Newborn Unit, IWK. Birth Unit. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2016.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0753
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Information is given on things one can do at home to help relieve pain, what medications can be taken, and what conditions merit contact with a healthcare provider.
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Corporate Author
IWK. Adult Surgery and Women's Ambulatory Clinics
IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit
IWK. Family and Newborn Unit
IWK. Birth Unit
Alternate Title
Patient and Family Information
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2016
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Reproductive Medicine
Infant Health
Maternal Health
Surgical Procedures, Operative
Therapeutics
Diagnostic Techniques and Procedures
Women's Health
Subjects (LCSH)
Women--Health and hygiene
Therapeutics
Surgery, Operative
Reproductive health
Maternal health services
Infants--Health and hygiene
Diagnosis
Abstract
Information is given on things one can do at home to help relieve pain, what medications can be taken, and what conditions merit contact with a healthcare provider.
Responsibility
IWK Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-0753
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Pasteurized Donor Human Milk

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IWK. Birth Unit. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2020.
Pamphlet Number
PL-1088
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Mother’s own milk is best for baby. When it is unavailable, the next best option for babies is pasteurized donor human milk (PDHM). The IWK supports families who intend to exclusively breastfeed by offering pasteurized donor human milk, when medically indicated.
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Corporate Author
IWK. Birth Unit
Alternate Title
(PDHM)
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2020
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Milk Banks
Milk, Human
Subjects (LCSH)
Breast milk--Collection and preservation
Milk hygiene
Abstract
Mother’s own milk is best for baby. When it is unavailable, the next best option for babies is pasteurized donor human milk (PDHM). The IWK supports families who intend to exclusively breastfeed by offering pasteurized donor human milk, when medically indicated.
Responsibility
IWK Birth Unit, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-1088
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Venous Thromboembolism (VTE)

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37809
IWK. Perioperative Services, IWK. Birth Unit, IWK. Obstetrical Day Unit, IWK. Breast Health, IWK. Quality, Patient Safety and Patient Experience, IWK. Urogynaecology / General Gynaecology, IWK. Family and Newborn Unit. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2019.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0734
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What it is, the risk factors, ways to prevent it.
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Corporate Author
IWK. Perioperative Services
IWK. Birth Unit
IWK. Obstetrical Day Unit
IWK. Breast Health
IWK. Quality, Patient Safety and Patient Experience
IWK. Urogynaecology / General Gynaecology
IWK. Family and Newborn Unit
Alternate Title
What are some of the risks, symptoms and preventions?
Patient and Family Information
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2019
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Venous Thromboembolism - prevention & control
Subjects (LCSH)
Thromboembolism--Prevention
Abstract
What it is, the risk factors, ways to prevent it.
Notes
The French version of this pamphlet is also available.
Responsibility
IWK Perioperative Services, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-0734
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What's in Mom's suitcase?

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37723
IWK. Birth Pre-Admission Clinic, IWK. Perinatal Centre, IWK. Birth Unit. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2019.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0341
Available Online
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List of articles for expectant women and fathers-to-be to bring with them to the IWK.
Available Online
View Pamphlet
Corporate Author
IWK. Birth Pre-Admission Clinic
IWK. Perinatal Centre
IWK. Birth Unit
Alternate Title
packing list for when you have a baby at the IWK Health Centre
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2019
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Hospitalization
Parturition
Subjects (LCSH)
Hospital patients
Childbirth
Abstract
List of articles for expectant women and fathers-to-be to bring with them to the IWK.
Notes
The French version of this pamphlet is also available.
The Arabic version of this pamphlet is also available.
Responsibility
IWK Birth Pre-Admission Clinic, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-0341
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