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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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Back Care During Pregnancy

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37896
IWK. Prenatal Care Team, IWK. Physiotherapy. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2022.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0958
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Throughout your pregnancy your body's posture can change dramatically as your baby grows and this can result in back/joint aches and pains. Good posture and proper positioning with exercises to strengthen and stretch your muscles may help ease any discomforts.
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Corporate Author
IWK. Prenatal Care Team
IWK. Physiotherapy
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)
Pregnancy
Maternal Health
Musculoskeletal system
Subjects (LCSH)
Pregnancy
Orthopedics
Maternal health services
Abstract
Throughout your pregnancy your body's posture can change dramatically as your baby grows and this can result in back/joint aches and pains. Good posture and proper positioning with exercises to strengthen and stretch your muscles may help ease any discomforts.
Responsibility
IWK Prenatal Care Team, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-0958
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[In French] Thérapie scolaire en milieu scolaire du IWK

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IWK. Rehabilitation Care Team, IWK. School Therapy Services & Community Therapy Services, IWK. Occupational Therapy, IWK. Physiotherapy, IWK. Medical, Surgical and Neurosciences Unit (MSNU). Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2020.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0308-FR
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In French. Occupational therapists and physiotherapists help students achieve success in school by ensuring that they have the functional skills necessary to participate in all school activities.
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Corporate Author
IWK. Rehabilitation Care Team
IWK. School Therapy Services & Community Therapy Services
IWK. Occupational Therapy
IWK. Physiotherapy
IWK. Medical, Surgical and Neurosciences Unit (MSNU)
Alternate Title
Ergothérapie et physiothérapie à lécole
IWK School Therapy Service
Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy at School
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2020
Format
Pamphlet
Language
French
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
School Health Services
School Mental Health Services
Subjects (LCSH)
School health services
School mental health services
Abstract
In French. Occupational therapists and physiotherapists help students achieve success in school by ensuring that they have the functional skills necessary to participate in all school activities.
Notes
The English version of this pamphlet is also available.
Responsibility
IWK Rehabilitation Care Team, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-0308-FR
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Physical Activity During Pregnancy

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38136
IWK. Prenatal Care Team, IWK. Physiotherapy. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2020.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0953
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During pregnancy, most women can be as active as they were before they were pregnant. Exercise has been shown to be safe in a normal, healthy pregnancy even if you did not exercise before. Check with your doctor, midwife or physiotherapist before starting a new physical activity or exercise program.
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Corporate Author
IWK. Prenatal Care Team
IWK. Physiotherapy
Alternate Title
Good for You and Your Baby - Every little bit counts!
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)
Pregnancy
Prenatal Care
Maternal Health
Subjects (LCSH)
Pregnancy
Pregnant women
Prenatal care
Abstract
During pregnancy, most women can be as active as they were before they were pregnant. Exercise has been shown to be safe in a normal, healthy pregnancy even if you did not exercise before. Check with your doctor, midwife or physiotherapist before starting a new physical activity or exercise program.
Responsibility
IWK Prenatal Care Team, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-0953
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Tummy Time, Head Shape and Your Baby

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37956
IWK. Physiotherapy, IWK. Rehabilitation Care Team. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2018.
Pamphlet Number
PL-1038
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Information about positional plagiocephaly and your baby's head shape. Babies are born with soft heads that are easily molded by staying in one position for too long. If a baby has a preference to look or to lie on one side, a flat spot can occur. Plagiocephaly is when a baby’s head becomes flat or misshapen on one side.
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Corporate Author
IWK. Physiotherapy
IWK. Rehabilitation Care Team
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2018
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Child Development
Infant Care
Plagiocephaly, Nonsynostotic
Subjects (LCSH)
Newborn infants--Care
Newborn infants--Development
Abstract
Information about positional plagiocephaly and your baby's head shape. Babies are born with soft heads that are easily molded by staying in one position for too long. If a baby has a preference to look or to lie on one side, a flat spot can occur. Plagiocephaly is when a baby’s head becomes flat or misshapen on one side.
Responsibility
IWK Physiotherapy, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-1038
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