For many years, immediate umbilical cord clamping has been standard procedure. However, new research has shown that allowing the cord to remain attached to the baby results in a healthier blood volume. The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence in the UK now advises cord clamping should not be...
We all know smoking isn’t good for us, yet many still have trouble breaking free of the addictive habit. However, pregnant mothers are risking not only their own health, but their baby’s health as well. Studies show smoking while pregnant increases the risk of respiratory problems, premature birth, and SIDS....
Some mothers are in a hurry to lose baby weight quickly, while others are mostly content to let it linger a while. If you’re breastfeeding, you’re likely to experience an easier time losing weight after the first three months. In this Ask Anne article from Breastfeeding Basics, a depressed mother...
Being sick is never fun, and it can make caring for your baby even more difficult and stressful than it was already. If you’re under the weather and breastfeeding you might be worried about passing on your illness to your little one, but it’s better to continue than to stop....
When you’re breastfeeding, your nipples take a lot of abuse. From your baby barracuda to your breast pump, it’s easy to see how they can get sore quickly. Cracks from dry skin can be especially painful, and one mother sought advice at La Leche League for an issue with a...
Recently a study published by the medical journal Pediatrics revealed that at least 40 percent of moms are feeding their babies solid food before they should, which can lead to problems with allergies, and eczema, and could also be linked to a higher risk of obesity and diabetes. The American...
Sleep is vital to our health, and if you’re not getting enough that’s a problem. When baby constantly wakes you during the night to be fed and you’re stressed from the million things you have to do going through your head, sleep doesn’t come easy. In this post from The...
Sometimes kids are picky eaters. What parent hasn’t put on some kind of show in order to get their child to eat their vegetables? Whether it’s the good old airplane spoon or adorable puppets or funny noises, you all have your own methods. But how can you be sure what...
With marijuana legalized in two states and gaining a medical following across the country, some important considerations are being made concerning its use by minors and children. Research shows that while the substance probably isn’t harmful for adults, it does cause problems for children and should only be used as...
As a parent you want what’s best for your children, and that includes feeding them a balanced diet full of all the nutrients they need to grow. Unfortunately many packaged foods meant for toddlers contain a lot of extra salt and sugar that greatly surpasses recommended amounts. A study by...