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Choosing The Right Baby Mattress
As parents, we’re becoming increasingly aware of the problems in today’s environment. We want to buy products that are more environmentally friendly and safer for our families. One important purchase many new parents make is that of a mattress for their new baby. Did you know that many dangers have been associated with baby mattresses made from vinyl (PVC)?nnNearly all baby mattresses today contain polyurethane foam, chemicals that are fire retardants, PVC, and ma
June 26, 2008
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A Healthy And Safe Sunscreen
The summer months are upon us and so are days spent outside at barbeques, picnics and at the pool and beach. These mean lots of sun exposure and the risk of sunburns. While it is true that too much sun can cause skin damage and sunburns, moderate sunshine is beneficial to our health. Sunshine is our best source of Vitamin D, which actually reduces the risk of certain cancers and many other diseases. It is important to get some moderate sunlight daily but avoid getting burned.
June 26, 2008
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Too Hot To Cook
Keeping It Cool - Summertime Cooking TipsnnThe last thing we want to do in the hot summer is heat up the kitchen cooking dinner. Thankfully, there are plenty of ways to feed your family and still beat the heat. Breakfast is fairly easy since fresh fruit, yogurt, granola, cereals and smoothies are delicious in the A.M. any time of year. Dinnertime is a little more challenging. nnHere are some ideas: nnSandwich NightnEvery family should adopt a weekly sandwich night, if for no
June 21, 2008
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The Best Breastfeeding Advice I Ever Got
Recently I was with a group of Mothers who were discussing the breastfeeding advice they had received as brand new Moms. I realized quickly how fortunate I was to have been given the best advice I ever got on breastfeeding by my own Mother. nnThe two things she told me prevented countless challenges in my early breastfeeding experience, which I didn't fully appreciate at the time. nnNow, in my work as a Breastfeeding Educator, I realize what a blessing her words were! nnIn th
May 28, 2008
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Foods To Avoid While Breastfeeding
Women in our culture are sometimes advised to avoid spicy or "gassy" foods when nursing. Or they are told that chocolate, citrus, carbonated beverages or dairy causes problems in all nursing babies. nnAs a breastfeeding educator, I often see women warning other Moms that they need to avoid certain foods while breastfeeding. There are also websites that give unproven breastfeeding advice that claim that women must eat a certain kind of diet in order to make quality milk for he
May 28, 2008
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Top 5 Breastfeeding Tips
Over 70% of American women start breastfeeding their baby in the hospital but only 16% are still nursing a year later. nnThe American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that babies be breastfed for at least a year, and the World Health Organization recommends two years of nursing. nnSo what's the problem? Many Moms know the advantages of breastfeeding to Mom and baby, but run into challenges along the way. Here are my top tips to help you make it to that one year mark.nnYour br
May 28, 2008
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Helping Your Gassy Breastfed Baby
If your breastfed baby seems to have excess gas, it can be disconcerting because you're wondering if s/he is in pain. Surprisingly, some babies seem to have no problems and don't mind being "gassy". But if the baby seems to be in some discomfort, try these tips to help with excess gas.nn1) Let Gravity Assist When FeedingnnBasically, any position that causes the milk to go against gravity will help baby handle the flow of milk more easily, and cause him to swallow less air - r
May 26, 2008
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Can I Overfeed A Breastfed Baby?
Many nursing Moms wonder: Can I overfeed a breastfed baby? If you're worried about your pleasingly plump nursing baby, read on. nnIn answer to the question: No, you really cannot overfeed the breastfed baby. Firstly, you cannot force a baby to eat when he doesn't want to. If he is indicating the need to nurse, it's because he either needs the nutrition or wants the comfort of suckling. That's perfectly alright. nnSince breastmilk is the perfect food for babies, it is easily d
May 26, 2008
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Breastfeeding Tip: Find Your Tribe
Breastfeeding is not only best for baby and Mom's health. It's also fun, empowering and enjoyable if you approach it the right way. The American Academy of Pediatrics encourages Moms to breastfeed their babies for at least one year or as long as mutually desired. Sadly, many Moms quit before that one year mark because challenges come up and they don't know how to access good support and information. nnHere's a very important tip that will help you have a happy nursing relatio
May 26, 2008
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Breastfeeding Tip: Find Supportive Health Care Providers
I cannot overemphasize this tip: Find breastfeeding friendly health care providers if you want to breastfeed your baby for a year or longer. nnI had to "fire" my first Pediatrician because she was so ignorant of the importance of breastfeeding. If your Pediatrician is only giving lip service to n"breast is best", then he is going to recommend formula at every sign of difficulty, when formula is very rarely needed. What IS needed is accurate information and support. Ask around
May 26, 2008
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Breastfeeding Tip: Avoid Triple Nipple Syndrome
There are several reasons why you, as a breastfeeding Mom, will want to avoid or limit artificial nipples. Avoid Triple Nipple Syndrome if you want to nurse your baby for that important first year (or longer!).nnUsing artificial nipples, meaning supplemental bottles and pacifiers, reduces the time your baby spends at the breast. Time spent nursing at the breast tells your body how much milk to make, meaning that using artificial nipples can reduce supply. nnArtifical nipples
May 26, 2008
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Breastfeeding Tip: Get Cozy About Nursing In Public
You have a goal to breastfeed your baby for one year and are off to a great start. Congratulations! But now you want to leave the house? Uh-oh!nnUnless you're going to become a hermit for a year or want to pump bottles, you need to get comfortable with nursing in public. nnAnd what's wrong with pumping bottles in order to go out? Nothing... and breastfeeding doesn't have to be an all or nothing proposition. However, offering bottles too early in the nursing relationship can l
May 25, 2008
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Natural Baby
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May 27, 2008
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Nursing Bras
Pretty nursing bras and breastfeeding information. Who said lactating had to be boring?
May 20, 2008
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Natural Moms Talk Radio
Natural Moms Talk Radio is all about learning to trust your mothering instincts. Being a natural mom doesn't mean being perfect. It means being confident that you have everything you need to raise your child.
September 23, 2007