You reached your baby’s due date. And then you passed it. Are you feeling a little antsy? Well, I have some good news for you: Acupuncture is completely safe and it works. Whether you decide to labor at home or in a hospital, you can naturally induce labor while preparing your body for delivery. By that, I mean
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What Are The Best First Baby Foods?
First baby foods guidelines: Unless advised by a knowledgeable practitioner that you trust, avoid solids until 5 – 6 months. The best first baby foods include iron rich foods such as liver, not rice cereal! Avoid jarred baby foods; homemade is easy and healthier Introduce potential allergens such dairy, egg, soy, wheat, peanut, and tree nuts
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Tested Tricks For Getting Kids To Take Natural Supplements
When it comes to the natural supplements my family takes, I like to take a minimal approach – using real food as the foundation for good health and filling in where the body might need a little extra help. This rule especially applies to kids. On the daily (well, ok, a few times per week), I mix up
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How To Find The Best Baby Formula
Sometimes, babies need formula. So what is the best baby formula? Regardless of how adamantly you or I may suggest that breast milk is the best food for a baby, the fact remains that about 25% of newborns in the U.S. are not breastfed. According to the CDC’s 2008 statistics, roughly 64 % of babies receive supplemental formula
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The Real Risks Of Educational Apps And Screen Time
Growing up, I don’t really recall having limits on screen time. And educational apps didn’t yet exist. I watched hours of television after school – General Hospital, Little House On The Prairie, Roseanne, and You Can’t Do That on Television. I can still sing jingles for commercials from breakfast cereal to refreshing bars of soap. I played Super
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My Best Tips When Starting Baby On Solids
Among advice-givers, opinions vary about starting baby on solids, including which first foods are best for baby. Ultimately, it’s up to parents to decide based their baby’s needs. But there are a few guidelines that can help you make that decision. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, you can begin starting baby on solids at four to six months.
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Is Home Birth Safe?
While I’ve had two wonderful and successful homebirths, I truly believe that the best place to birth your baby is the place where you will feel the safest and most supported. But is homebirth safe? Let’s clear up some confusion… When it comes to comfort, there’s little argument that your home is more comfy than
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6 Natural Remedies For Allergies In Kids
When are allergies at their worst? When plants are in bloom and when the leaves begin to change. Both spring and autumn are full of triggers that can lead to watery eyes and a runny nose. Fortunately, there’s no shortage of natural remedies for allergies. And for children and adults alike, healing often begins with
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3 Kids Supplements That I Give To My Small Humans
Do I have a kids multivitamin that I love? Not so much. I’m a big believer in serving nutrition on a plate – not in a pill. That said, there are a handful of kids supplements that should be in regular rotation. These three kids supplements will only do a body good. This is true for kids struggling
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How To Get Rid Of Teenage Acne Without Drugs
If high school isn’t challenging enough – many teenagers must also deal with white heads, black heads, pustules, and old acne scars. While teenage acne is certainly normal, factors within your control may make it worse. This includes things like diet or finding ways to manage stress. The good news is that in spite of
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Diastasis Recti Treatment For Belly Bulge
Got diastasis recti? You know, abs that just can’t seem to pull it together. After pregnancy, a round and protruding belly is common and you might even think it’s natural. But what if that flabby, post-baby tummy is a sign that something is out of alignment? And what if diastasis recti treatment could reverse your postpartum belly? Quickie
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5 Warning Signs That You Need Pelvic Floor Therapy
Pelvic floor therapy isn’t for everyone. But if you pee when you sneeze or awkwardly run to the bathroom after a laughing fit, this is a telltale sign that your pelvic floor needs a little lovin’. Recurring urinary tract infections or battling with interstitial cystitis can also point to your pelvic floor. A basket that holds your
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