Raising Healthy Kids

10 Decision of Newborn Parents, Part 2

February 18, 2012

On Thursday, guest poster Christina began by sharing the first 5 decisions... today she continues on with 5 more decisions for parents of newborns.
6. Newborn Heel Prick Metabolic Disorders Screen

Babies usually have a single heel prick to draw a drop or two of blood, which is put on filter paper and run through a tandem mass [...]

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Postpartum Rest and Recovery Tips (From a Mama Who Learned the Hard Way)

February 17, 2012

Written by Natalie Klejwa, Contributing Writer
The following question came in my e-mail box a couple of months ago:
I am a mother of a one-year-old girl, and I am due with our second in June 2012. :)
After I had my daughter, I was told to rest when I came home from the birthing center. Instead, I [...]

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1O Decisions for Parents of Newborns

February 16, 2012

Guest Post by Christina Szrama
Getting to the birth of your child took a dozen medical decisions at least, some small, some large.  Well, your baby’s been born, you’re recovering, and the decisions just won’t let up.  Welcome to parenthood! :)
Let’s walk through each of the 10 decisions you will probably be asked to make before [...]

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A Baby Shower Giveaway- $172 Value!

February 14, 2012

So here I sit, waiting for my sweet baby to arrive (yes, I'm overdue once again). I hoped to have baby news to share by now, but instead, I have a little surprise for the rest of you...
As contributing writer Courtney and I commiserated together these past few days about waiting for babies to arrive (she's also [...]

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The Nursing Basket: A Breastfeeding Mother’s Help

February 13, 2012

 
Written by Courtney, Contributing Writer
The birth of a new baby brings an abundance of joy and excitement...and lots of rest, for both mom and baby. Frequent nursing keeps a new mother from extending herself too much, forcing her to sit down and relax often. In those first weeks, it's important for a new mother to [...]

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How I Stock My Natural Medicine Cabinet

February 9, 2012

If you were to come over to my home and complain of an ailment, or your child got an injury while visiting, you may be surprised to see me open up my "medicine cabinet" and proceed to pull out various natural remedies to treat what ails you.
I'm no expert, but I have a love for [...]

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Let’s Talk: Should You Allow Your Kids to Eat Junk at Birthday Parties?

February 6, 2012

Here's the scenario: Your young son or daughter has been invited to a friend's birthday party. You know this family to some degree and are aware that their eating standards aren't the same as your family's.
The party will likely include white-sugar and food-dye cake, chips, pop and candy in the goodie bag, all foods which [...]

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Essential Oils for Baby

February 3, 2012

Written by Stacy Karen, Contributing Writer
Essential oils make home remedies quick and easy to prepare. With a select few on hand you will be able to create all manner of healing products and all-natural cleaning supplies.
When it comes to using essential oils with infants and babies, it can be daunting (and should be approached with [...]

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Why I’m So Glad I Exercised This Pregnancy

February 2, 2012

From my 4th month of pregnancy onwards, most early mornings would find me sneaking downstairs in the dark, donning sweatpants, a t-shirt and hoodie. After drinking half a glass of water, then filling my large glass back up to the top, I entered my private exercise studio, otherwise known as my husband's freezing cold, converted-garage [...]

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Preparing for the New Baby: How a Large Family Gets Ready

January 24, 2012

By Contributing Writer, Brandy Ferguson
As a homeschooling mom of seven, and now getting ready to meet our eighth son in a matter of days, I've never been busier in my life!
With so much on my to-do list added to my already full schedule, I admit to having moments of brief panic in which I think [...]

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