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Bye, Bye Pacifier - Breaking the Binky Habit
Some call it a "pacee," a "binky, a "ninny" and even a "dummy." No matter its moniker, the pacifier means comfort to babies and peacefulness for parents. And like all creatures of comfort, babies... iParenting.com network has more than 40 community sites covering preconception, pregnancy, parents and families. Research baby names, start a...
Is Your 2-Year-Old Too Young for School? - Knowing Your Tiny Scholar
When Devin Woodrow started preschool at the age of 2, she barely talked. Within 30 days, her vocabulary increased. Her parents initially enrolled her for only three days a week, but within 60 days,... iParenting.com network has more than 40 community sites covering preconception, pregnancy, parents and families. Research baby names,...
Crafts With Ice - Fun Activities Using Ice
What child isn't fascinated with ice? After you delight your toddler by showing him how water turns into this cold cube that keeps his apple juice cold, try these fun activities! ( Adult... iParenting.com network has more than 40 community sites covering preconception, pregnancy, parents and families. Research baby names,...
Lights, Camera, Action! - Is Your Toddler Ready to Go to the Movies?
On a cold wintery day, a movie theater can be a great escape. But is toddler ready for the experience? Before you buy the tickets, check out some ways to make the outing a pleasant one for the... iParenting.com network has more than 40 community sites covering preconception, pregnancy, parents and...
Ready for a Baby This Year? - Preconception Planning for a Healthy Pregnancy
Not so many years ago, women trying to have a baby didn't think much about their health until they were pregnant. Today, that focus has shifted. More and more women are ensuring they're in good... iParenting.com network has more than 40 community sites covering preconception, pregnancy, parents and families. Research baby...
Too Many Toys! - When Toy Overload Leads to Playroom Panic
There is a post-holiday syndrome that frequently hits households with children – toy overload. You know, when your child's bedroom or playroom looks like the aftermath of a toy store explosion? ... iParenting.com network has more than 40 community sites covering preconception, pregnancy, parents and families. Research baby names, start...
Celebrity Baby Blog
Jessica Alba Says Honor’s Favorite Word Is ‘No’
Flynet Honor Marie Warren is flexing her soon-to-be 2-year-old muscles, according to mom Jessica Alba. During a Wednesday visit to Live with Regis and Kelly, the Valentine’s Day star said that her 19-month-old daughter is “very busy,” “likes to do everything her way,” and has entered an opposition phase that peaks at...
Howie Dorough Gives Us a Peek at James!
National Photo Group Meet James Hoke Dorough! Howie Dorough lifts his baby boy, who will be 9 months old on Saturday, out of the car as he arrives at LAX with wife Leigh on Wednesday in Los Angeles, Calif. The Backstreet Boy, 36, welcomed his son — a preemie who weighed in at...
Have a Question for Kourtney Kardashian?
Albert Michael/Startraks Celebrity Baby Blog will be chatting via email with Kourtney Kardashian — reality star and new mom to son Mason Dash, 7 weeks — and we’d love to include a few of your questions in our interview. Have something you’d like to ask Kourtney about pregnancy, parenting or her family’s...
Camila Alves: Daughter Vida Is a ‘Big Blessing’
Debbie VanStory/iPhoto Just four weeks ago, Camila Alves and beau Matthew McConaughey welcomed their second child, daughter Vida — and the new mom is thrilled to have another female in the family. “I’m very excited to have a girl,” Camila tells PEOPLE. “I’m happy and it’s a big blessing. Vida’s definitely a...
Jennifer Garner on Separating Fame From Family Life
Courtesy Marie Claire Although the political aspirations of husband Ben Affleck remain a mystery, Jennifer Garner says she’s ready to heed the call if and when it comes! “People do tell me I’d be a good politician’s wife because I’m such a Pollyanna and a Goody Two-shoes,” she admits in the March...
Caught Caring: Jayneoni Moore and Playdate for Haiti
With well over 100,000 confirmed dead, millions injured or displaced and untold others missing, the Jan. 12 earthquake in Haiti is unquestionably one of the largest natural disasters in modern history. Some of the hardest hit by the tragedy are those least equipped to handle its dangerous aftermath; An estimated 380,000...
BABY NURSERY DECORATING IDEAS BLOG
BUG BABY BEDDING for your CRIB! Baby Boy or Baby Girl Bug Nursery Bedding Sets
You have to love BUG BABY BEDDING for your CRIB - BUG BABY BED NURSERY DECORATING IDEAS for a COOL MODERN BUG BEDROOM or BABY NURSERY THEME! Insects from the Rainforest. Bug Baby Bedding Crib Sets...
BUG NURSERY THEME DECORATING IDEAS, BABY BEDDING and DECOR
BABY BUG NURSERY THEME DECORATING IDEAS, BABY BEDDING SETS AND NURSERY DECOR. The best bug baby bedding, bug decals and wall decorations for a bug baby nursery theme....
BABY BOY NURSERY THEMES 100s of Baby Boy Nursery Decorating Ideas
BABY BOY NURSERY THEMES - BABY BOY NURSERY IDEAS. Cute baby boy nursery decorating ideas, decor and crib bedding sets. Pictures of baby boy nurseries and bedding sets....
JUNGLE BABY NURSERY THEME - JUNGLE THEME NURSERY THEMES - DECORATING IDEAS
JUNGLE BABY NURSERY THEME DECORATING IDEAS.AFRICAN SAFARI JUNGLE THEMED NURSERIES and BABY BEDDING. Jungle theme baby rooms. Rainforest and zoo animals. Jungle animals baby crib bedding sets....
DO IT YOURSELF NURSERY IDEAS - BABY NURSERY DECORATING IDEAS DECORATIONS - DECOR
CHEAP and EASY DO IT YOURSELF NURSERY IDEAS. DIY baby nursery decorating ideas. Art and nursery decor for baby boy or baby girls nursery murals, decorations and decor....
BABY NURSERY DECOR - NURSERY DESIGNS - IDEAS for BABY BOYS, GIRLS
Baby boy and girl nursery designs. Baby nursery designs, painting and decorating ideas. Nursery designs and pictures. Modern baby nursery decor, pictures and decorating ideas....
About.com Babies & Toddlers
Wordless Wednesday: 14-Month-Old Una
Thanks to Sonja for sharing this picture of Una.How to Get Your Toddler Featured on Wordless WednesdayMore Wordless Wednesday posts at About.comMore Wordless Wednesday Posts from other bloggers Follow me on Twitter | Become a fan on Facebook Wordless Wednesday: 14-Month-Old Una originally appeared on About.com Babies & Toddlers on Wednesday,...
Cast Your Vote in the About.com Reader's Choice Awards
Cast Your VotePhoto © About.com From now until Feb. 24, you can help choose winners for the 2010 About.com Reader's Choice Awards in the following categories: Web Browsers Desktop Publishing Email Family Computing Best of Google Instant Messaging Macs Desktops, Laptops & Computer Monitor Makers Smartphones Web Design Web Search Cast Your Vote in the About.com Reader's Choice Awards originally appeared on...
Wordless Wednesday: 21-Month-Old Isabella
Thanks to Lisa Claussen for sharing this picture of Isabella.How to Get Your Toddler Featured on Wordless WednesdayMore Wordless Wednesday posts at About.comMore Wordless Wednesday Posts from other bloggers Follow me on Twitter | Become a fan on Facebook Wordless Wednesday: 21-Month-Old Isabella originally appeared on About.com Babies & Toddlers on...
Happy Birthday to Nadya Suleman's Octuplets
Ah, it seems like only yesterday that those eight tiny little babies were born and they're already toddlers. Time just flies, doesn't it? Easy for me to say since I'm getting a full night of sleep and only have one child to look after. Suleman told People...
Parenting Bloggers: Join the February Blog Carnival on Love and Families
Calling all daddy and mommy bloggers (and anyone else who blogs on family issues): There's a new blog carnival slated to go live in February that will focus on the topic of Love and Families. Deadlines for submissions will be Feb. 3, so fire up the blog and get...
Recent Recalls: Graco Strollers and Dorel Cribs
Graco StrollersPhoto CPSC About 1.5 million strollers from Graco (models "Passage," "Alano," and "Spree") are being recalled because the hinges in the canopy can cause fingertip amputations and lacerations during opening or closing. There have been seven reports of this happening with five of those resulting in amputations and...
Babies & Kids Blog
Feeding Baby While Sitting Securely on The Go
All too quickly, our baby went from being all gooey in our arms to being able to sit up on her own and feed herself finger foods. It has been amazing to see how naturally she has learned how to pig out on Cheerios while she sits up all by...
Bloomingdales has a whole section of their website dedicated to awesome gifts for kids for under $50. Just in time for the holidays! Here are a few of my favorite. Bloomingdales has lots of good deals right now, check them out! Mini Fine Toddler Boys’ “Happy Thoughts” Tee Shirt $36.00 Let him...
Diaper Deals at Drugstore.com!
Every parent wants a good deal on diapers! Diapers are one of the biggest expenses associated with children! My 2-year-old isn’t at all interested in potty training so we’re spending a fortune on diapers! Drugstore.com has some awesome diaper coupons… Instant Coupon: Save an additional $1.50 off ONE Huggies Diapers! Expires...
Mini Boden Deals: Girls’ Long Sleeve Shirts
Mini Boden (the children’s division of English clothing company Boden) sells funky, unique and durable clothes for children. We are big fans at my house, but we don’t often get to shop from them because our budget is pretty tight and their shipping cost is a little high at $10....
Deals on Stocking Stuffers at LakesideCollection.com
The holiday shopping rush is beginning! One thing I always struggle with every year is stocking stuffers. You want to get something that the kids will enjoy but you don’t want to spend a fortune when you’re already laying down serious cash for Christmas gifts as it is. Here are...
Good Deals on Adorable Crib Bedding
If you’re looking for gorgeous baby bedding, you must see these deals! These two jungle themed sets are simply adorable! Jessie’s Jungle 6 Piece Crib Set: $179 + Free Ground Shipping at BabySuperMall.com. It’s hard to find a jungle themed bedding set that doesn’t look too “boyish” so this is perfect!...
Babyrazzi - Celebrity Baby Blog & Pregnancy News
Prince & Paris Jackson Deliver Moving Acceptance Speech At The Grammys
…so sweet and eloquent! Filed under: other celebrity moms ...
Matthew McConaughey & Camila Alves Release The First Photo Of Their Daughter!
On his official website, Matthew McConaughey, 40, and girlfriend Camila Alves have released the first photo of their baby girl, Vida, who was born on January 3rd in Los Angeles (she weighed in at 7 lbs., 7 oz.). “Our latest family member, Vida Alves McConaughey,” Matthew wrote under the baby’s photo. Camila...
Gisele Bundchen Welcomed Her Son In A Bathtub In Her Home
In an interview with a popular Brazilian TV show, Gisele Bundchen revealed that the couple’s baby boy, Benjamin, was born (on December 8th) in a bathtub at their Beacon Street townhouse. Gisele, 29, talked to a correspondent from the show “Fantastico” during a fashion shoot this week in Boston. (She did a...
Claudia Schiffer Expecting Her Third Child!
Supermodel Claudia Schiffer is expecting her third child. Claudia, 39, and her husband, director Matthew Vaughn, confirmed the news. “We are delighted with the news and can’t wait to add to our family,” Claudia said in a statement, according to Us Weekly. Claudia is due in May. The new assition will join big brother, Caspar,...
Julia Roberts Talks Beauty & Motherhood
Despite a new gig with Lancome, the mother-of-three, 42, admitted that there are areas of her beauty routine that could use some improvement, “I think I have to stand up straighter and wash my face more,” she said. Meanwhile, fresh from her Eat, Pray, Love shoot in which she plays writer Elizabeth Gilbert on her...
Milla Jovovich and daughter at Bristol Farms. Levi McConaughey with his grandmother in Malibu. Posted in other celebrity moms ...
The Baby Tips Blog - Great tips from other mothers!
I have one daughter of 3 yrs and 8 months. Now, i want to conceive boy. My last period was on 18th Jan 2010. Tell me the diet way of sex and method to...
11 years ago when I began my stay home status, my biggest challenge was the isolation. Our regular church wouldn't even let me sit in the nursery....
Feb 4, Poll: Becoming A New Dad - What Was The Most Difficult Adjustment?
Participate in our poll: Becoming A New Dad - What Was The Most Difficult Adjustment?...
Feb 4, Newborn Baby Looks - Now Quite As Cute As In The Commercials!
Love at first sight, sure, be honest, a newborn baby does look a bit odd. Why? Read all about it here....
One day when My stay-at-home hubby was getting the kids ready for school, my youngest, who was standing at the foot of the steps said, Dayeee, Dayee, shoos...
Feb 1, 3 Month Old Wont Stop Throwing Up
My three month old son cannot seem to keep a meal down. im feeding him 4 oz. of enfamil prosobee but the doctor recommended that i switch him to enfamil...
Babies Online The Blog
Take the Fear Out of Baby Injections
Injections hurt. Needles can be scary. Even for adults. How much more for a little child? I remember stories about the bigger the man, the faster he crashes down when he sees a needle. My mom who was a health worker loved to tell stories about how she reduced the...
Winter Fun Photo Contest Grand Prize Winner
The Grand Prize winner was Sofia Marie Thanks to all the babies (and their parents) who participated in this weeks round. The photo contest is now closed for reprogramming. Please check back in March for our new and improved photo contest. The contest is free so enter your babies picture today! Or...
Many of us need all the resources we can find to navigate the parental maze that we are in regardless of our children’s age. One of my friends is tearing her hair out trying to potty-train her almost 3-year old daughter. Another friend starts psychotherapy this week in order to...
Fun Indoor Activities For Kids
I am not the outdoorsy type. I do not enjoy going for long and vigorous hikes in the woods, then sitting around a campfire and roasting marshmallows while being eaten alive by mosquitoes. I do, however, want our little ones to experience camping. And, of course, roasted marshmallows. Indoor Camping Enter the...
Teaching Kids the Art of Giving
We are not rich but we are grateful that our family always had enough plus a little bit to spare. We do save for old age and rainy days but we also share whatever we can spare with those who especially need it. Since we had our kids, my husband...
Winter Fun Photo Contest Round 3 Winner
Round 3 Winner: Aubrey Lynn Runner-up: Gabrielle Pearl Runner-up: Tara’s Boy Thanks to all the babies (and their parents) who participated in this weeks round. The photo contest will be closed for reprogramming after the January contest is over. Please check back in March for our new and improved photo contest. The...
SFGate: The Poop
Chain restaurants and "Kids Eat Free" deals
"Kids Eat Free" deals may seem like an... ...
Broke Guy Day Care: The $15.99 Adidas tracksuit is back!
I'm starting to become that creepy... ...
My favorite kinds of... ...
What do you want on your tombstone?
I've long requested that my loved ones... ...
Parenting gets corporate at family meeting time
Things had started to slide at our... ...
"So like, um, anyway daddy," she began,... ...
Now What Baby
The iPhone Apps that make this Mom's life easier!
I got an iPhone for Christmas and I had no idea what I was missing before this handheld obsession appeared in my life. When they say there is an app for that - they are not kidding! I had no idea the vast array of cool options out there just...
Recently we gave Connor the ultimate privilege of a car door without a child safety lock. To most this might not sound like a big thing but to my little man - it was an honor. There is nothing quite as gratifying to this 4 year old as the ability...
N-Fini Shapewear + $50 Giveaway
Most of us can use a little extra help getting the body shape we desire. The shapewear from N-Fini Shape will definitely give you that smoother shape you would like and it will do it without a trip to the gym. I recently tried out their Shapewear Cami Dress and...
The library is going to arrest Mommy
Connor recently discovered the wonders of the library. He loves the library and wants to visit it daily. I think this is wonderful - except for one thing. We have some sort of monster inside our home that likes to devour items from the library. I can't seem to catch...
I love the poetry of Edgar Allan Poe and I was so excited to see that there was a book filled with his work geared toward young readers. Poetry for Young People: Edgar Allen Poe was created with grades 5+ in mind, but I am loving it! The book contains...
This toy definitely makes me say WOW
My 18 month old is obsessed with taking tiny people and putting them in & out of vehicles. He can do this for hours on end. It's kinda odd but at least it keeps him entertained. Occasionally he will change things up and push the vehicle around for a minute...
:: Mon Petit Amour :: {canadian baby blog}
:: dr. seuss for nursing moms ::
I came across this poem on a message board and thought it was so cute! For all the nursing mama's out there, here are my two favourite online resources for breastfeeding information.Dr. Jack NewmanKellyMomDr. Seuss for Nursing MomsWould you nurse her in the park?Would you nurse him in the dark?Would...
:: to haiti with love auction ::
I found out about this fabulous charity auction put on by artist Rene Joshi Sims and author Kate Inglis, via CoolMomPicks. What a great way to support the children affected by the disaster in Haiti. I know that now that I am a Mommy it breaks my heart even more...
:: daily deals online for mom and baby ::
I love online shopping, but more than that, I loooooove a deal! It seems that mega discounted daily deal websites are popping up all over the place, enabling us to get fabulous designer stuff for moms and babies at huge discounts. Here are the sites I frequent (daily!). Please share...
This article is fabulous! I often wondered in the first days if I was playing and stimulating our little guy enough, or in the right ways. Turns out our natural instincts to talk, sing and make faces at our little babies are right on target. Here is the link: Playing...
It's laundry day here at our household and I am washing all my new cloth diapers for the first time. Once again, I want to share a fantastic article from Zany Zebra all about washing new and used cloth diapers. Seems like our old top loaders will work just fine....
Hunter and I went and picked up our cloth diaper trial yesterday at Babes in Arms - a fabulous Calgary store specializing in babywearing and cloth diapering. We are so excited to try out all these different types of dipes!Here is what we are going to try over the next...
ScienceDaily: Infant Health News
Growth factor gene shown to be key to cleft palate
Cleft palate has been linked to dozens of genes. During their investigation of one of these genes, researchers were surprised to find that cleft palate occurs both when the gene is more active and when it is less active than normal....
Simple test can help predict and diagnose preeclampsia
Researchers have developed a simple urine test to rapidly predict and diagnose preeclampsia, a common, but serious hypertensive complication of pregnancy....
Male erectile dysfunction drug enhances fetal growth in female sheep, study finds
Viagra (sildenafil citrate), which is used to treat male erectile dysfunction, enhanced blood flow in pregnant female sheep, helping send vital amino acids and other nutrients needed in fetal development, a new study has found. The study's results not only will assist with solving fetal development problems in other livestock,...
Waiting for birth or inducing found equally effective for women with intrauterine growth restriction
Researchers have shown that waiting for birth is as effective as inducing labor in cases of intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR)....
Genes that regulate maternal inflammatory response, bacterial vaginosis and preterm birth related
Researchers have used haplotype tagging (hap-tag) single-nucleotide polymorphisms to study the relationship between genetic predispositions, an environmental factor -- bacterial vaginosis -- and preterm birth....
Ultrasound measurement of fetal adrenal gland a better predictor of preterm birth
Researchers have shown that measuring the fetal zone of the adrenal gland is a better predictor of pre-term birth than measuring cervical length....
Zazou.eu Weblog
Anti slip is hip: BabyTrack sock shoes / Chaussons antidérapants très tendance / Hip: de antislip!
Anti slip is hip! Is it a sock? Is it a shoe? It’s a sock shoe! These super hip & handy cotton sock shoes have a firm yet flexible thermo plastic sole. No more slipping and sliding, you’re ready to start walking! Perfect for little ones that are not so firm...
i-Dare funky underwear / i-Dare caleçons pour garçons culottés / Stoer i-Dare ondergoed
i-Dare underwear for big boys No more boring white slips or been there seen it Batman boxer shorts! This is just the coolest and most comfortable underwear you have ever seen… I dare you to wear these! (9,95 €; 2-9y) Pour garçons culottés Fini les grand slips blancs ou Batman ! Voici...
‘Merkkleding slecht voor ontwikkeling kind?’
Wie had ooit gedacht dat kleding slecht kan zijn voor kinderen? Amerikaanse onderzoekers van kinderziekenhuis Cincinnati komen tot de conclusie dat ouders maar beter geen al te dure kleertjes voor hun kinderen moeten kopen. Volgens Bengels zal het allemaal wel loslopen…. En volgens mij ook. Ik weet niet hoe het...
NEW HOT COLLECTIONS The Sprout Kingdom autumn and winter collection has arrived: leggings, sweat pants, mini dresses, tunics and fun longsleeves are friendly priced, originally designed and made of 100% organic cotton. And what’s more: little boys have been thought of as well this time! TOUT NOUVEAU TOUT CHAUD La nouvelle collection hiver...
New brand on line: Kidz-Art / Nouvelle marque : Kidz-Art / Nieuw online: Kidz-Art
New at Zazou The trendy Dutch brand Kidz-Art is new in Zazou’s collection, which makes us very proud! It’s fresh, comfortable and original. All of this season’s fashionable colours are joining the party, like bright purple, green, red and blue, combined in a funky manner. And let’s not forget: sizes...
…………………………………………………………………………………………………… 09-09-09 = 9% korting! Vandaag, op woensdag 9 september 2009, is het de Dag van de Duurzaamheid. Omdat wij bij Zazou.eu duurzaamheid hoog in het vaandel hebben staan, krijgt u vandaag 9% korting op de HELE winkel, dus ook op de nieuwe collecties én op alles wat al in...
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How Many Baby Naps : Sleep Quick Tip
In the beginning, your newborn sleeps most of the time and you don’t have to worry too much about naps. Your newborn’s sleep schedule and patterns are highly unpredictable, usually, so it’s hard to tell if she will have 5 naps or 8 on any given day. You’ve just given...
Your Baby Won’t Sleep – It’s Your Fault
A common theme when I read the first e-mail in a one-on-one consultation or when I first talk on the phone with a new client is that the parent feels somehow responsible for the sleep trouble they’re in. Either they were first time parents and didn’t know what they were...
We’ve Survived the Holidays… Now We Sleep
So, we’ve made it through the holidays in one piece. Phew! Sleep seems to be back on track in our house, given we had some late bedtimes and off-schedules surrounding Christmas. If you are still struggling with the holiday upheaval, make sure you review your post-holiday sleep recovery tips, and...
Holiday Giveaway Winners and a Sale!
I hope you are having a wonderful holiday season and those of you who celebrated Eid’ul-Adha, Fiesta of Our Lady of Guadalupe, St. Lucia Day, Hanukkah, Christmas, and Boxing Day I hope you had a great holiday! And, I wish all of you a Happy New Year (any interesting resolutions...
Making Sure Baby Sleeps During the Holidays (Warning: Free stuff mentioned)
The holidays are tricky for your baby’s sleep. Grandma and grandpa want to spend time with the little fella, since they don’t get to see him that much. Or, you have two parties to go to on the same day, babysitters galore, or you have a lot of family members...
Is Your Baby Sleepy or Exhausted? [Videos Inside] – Sleep Quick Tip
How do you know if your baby is sleepy or exhausted? Some babies are easier to read than others and some babies get crankier than others without enough sleep. It highly depends on your baby’s temperament. So, what are the signs to look for? A baby is sleepy if she is: •...
The Essential Infant Blog
Feb 2, Murphy's Law of pregnancy, labor and birth
From the beginning of my pregnancy, I read about writing a birth plan so that you are prepared to answer questions and have the kind of birthing experience ...
Feb 2, The Merry Mother Newsletter: A Latte for Your Soul
Feeling stressed? Struggling with balancing your mom responsibilities? The Merry Mother is focused on bringing joy, peace, and encouragement back into your parenting. ...
Jan 29, Breast Milk Production: Tried and True Secrets to Kick Up Your Supply
Many mothers worry about their breast milk production. Will I have enough milk to satisfy my infant without supplementing with formula? In most mothers, the answer is yes. In some mothers, the answer is yes...with some help. And in a few mothers, the answer is no...but a doctor can...
Jan 29, Is it normal for my 5 week old to toot (pass gas) soooo much?
My infant has bad acid reflux and is breast fed, all though I feed her formula if I'm out of the house. She passes gas so much, but doesn't seem to be ...
Jan 27, Identifying Infant Constipation...and Gaining Peace of Mind
It's been a few days of unusually easy diaper changes, and you're left wondering...Is this infant constipation? Or am I just lucky? ...
Jan 25, Savings Alert: New Baby Coupons for You!
With all the expenses a new baby brings to the table, is it any wonder that we ALL seem to be clambering for baby coupons these days? Here's a directory of the best online baby stores, with their current coupons, free shipping codes, and sales announcements. ...
La Dolce Mama Breastfeeding Blog
Today was supposed to be my "mom"day. Most days are a balance between work and kids and honestly, sometimes work wins. I try to have at least two days a week where I just do stay-at-home mom things, like play with the kids, do laundry, cook dinner, read...
Women over 30 Don't Have Breastmilk and Other Falsies!
Breastfeeding has become so PC, that it's hard to imagine a time when doctors would have told mothers over 30 that they were physically incapable of breastfeeding due to age. Whether you are not sure about La Leche League or are a big fan, this video about the history...
Slumps aren't just for Baseball
The headaches began before the holidays. No surprise, right, except I barely get headaches. I had been looking at before and after pictures of Anne Hathaway in a fashion magazine on my 5 minute break(my children will be getting a letter from the Department of Labor) and noticed...
Longer Maternity Leave = Longer Breastfeeding.
So it's not exactly shocking, but a recent story in Business Week proves what many of us already know, shorter maternity leaves reduce the likelihood that women will breastfeed exclusively for six months or longer. Business Week ArticleI have posted on this topic before because it is a challenge...
Happy New Year from La Dolce Mama! I hope that you are all celebrating this special time of year. La Dolce Mama is adding baby products! Check back after the 1st for new and exciting products!Happy Nursing!...
I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas. I enjoyed sharing the holiday with my little ones - truly the best way to experience the holiday. I know this was a hard year for many and so were happy to be asked to donate a couple of My Brest...
BabiesRx
Timing is Everything - Scheduling Your Child's Physicals for Insurance Purposes
Something I never thought about until I had to appeal to the health insurance company: schedule annual physicals at least 366 days after your last one if you want to avoid insurance claim nuisances. My daughter had her physical on 12/16/08 and her next one exactly a year later on...
The decision to wean your child from the breast can either be an easy one or a hard one with strong emotions attached. Breastfeeding exclusively (without supplementation) is recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics for at least "the first 6 months of a baby's life and support should be...
Is e-Prescribing the answer to reducing med errors?
At my last doctor's visit, I asked for a new prescription for hydrochlorothiazide. Expecting my doctor to pull out her prescription pad like she always does, she surprised me with her iPod Touch. After a few questions and some brushes on the screen, the gadget emitted a sound to indicate...
I am a firm believer of prepping the kids about doctor's visits and "pokeys". I explain everything to my 4 year-old daughter, sometimes too much, but she seems to get it. Maybe I should have taken it as a sign that she cried a bit when she got her DTaP,...
From the Pharmacy to Kitchen Counter
I became a pharmacist long before I became interested in baking. In fact, my first batch of chocolate chip cookies were too salty. The second and future batches were too hard and oddly shaped. I did master oatmeal-craisin cookies, which made it into my repertoire of baked goods. Soon this...
Is it a positive or negative PPD?
I took my 4-year-old daughter for her physical the day after her birthday. Since she will be entering kindergarten next year, she needed some vaccines (MMR, varicella, DTaP, and IPV) and a PPD (purified protein derivative) skin test for tuberculosis (TB). I was prepared to bring her back to the...