Swelling hands and feet? Rings and shoes barely fit? Feeling puffy all over? Edema is common during pregnancy and results when fluids accumulate in the body’s tissues. You might find swelling is worse in the evenings or at night. Although minor swelling during pregnancy is considered normal, it’s usually uncomfortable. You can prevent and alleviate edema
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Natural Remedies For Colic And Reflux
“It’s just colic.” Anyone who’s uttered these words clearly has not experienced the exquisite wails of a baby who seems inconsolable for days on end. Usually from a medical perspective, there’s nothing going on other than a screaming baby that may or may not have an upset tummy and doesn’t want to be put down. The
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Back To School Tummy Health For Kids
Feel those warm October winds? Welcome to late summer, the time of year in Chinese Medicine associated with the earth element, harvest, the digestive system. Kids are back to school and gearing up for Halloween and other fall festivities. This season is a great time to focus on your child’s diet. It may be a
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Baby Poo Guide: What’s In Your Baby’s Diaper
Among new parents, baby poo is a hot topic. Though you may speed through diaper changes with eyes and nose averted, even working at top speed, it’s hard not to notice how much baby poo varies with each diaper you change. Babies’ developing digestive systems are very sensitive. This means that any changes to your baby’s diet
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Attachment Parenting: The Basics
Apparently I have a lot to say about attachment parenting. Be sure to read: Co-Sleeping vs. Baby Sleep Training: The Great Debate, Why I Ditched Attachment Parenting, and Baby Sleep Training: Transform Your Fears. The very phrase “attachment parenting”reminds me of being nine months pregnant, perplexed, and pouring over my thick, purple-and-white Dr. Sears book. I was trying to
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Natural Remedies For Allergies and Asthma
Ah, springtime! Chirping birds, vibrant wildflowers, and long sunny days. Unfortunately, this change of season also stirs up pollen causing sneezing, sniffles, wheezing, and other symptoms of allergies and asthma. For many kids this means sitting inside on beautiful days, ingesting heaps of medication, and missing out on lots of fun. While allergies may be triggered
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3 Everyday Supplements Every Kid Needs
Every kid is different. Different body, different needs. Some need more and some need less. That said, here’s three supplements nearly every kid needs everyday. For children with health issues (from eczema and allergies to digestive problem, behavioral issues and more) this regimen may improve their conditions. For healthy children, these supplements will fortify the
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