Making natural choices in parenting can really save you money. We’ve all heard the staggering statistics of what it costs to raise a baby in these times. But did you know that making smarter choices not only saves you money, it is also healthier for your baby! Breastfeeding saves money…BIG TIME Not only is breastfeeding [...]
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The Itzbeen is really awesome! Yup! I’m not the type of blogger who gets free “stuff” in return for a great review! I really want to show you the best maternity and baby products out there! This is one of those products that I HAD TO SHARE! I recently visited a great friend and her [...]
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When shopping for a newborn baby, it is difficult to remember everything you will need to buy for your baby. It can also be expensive if you don’t do a bit of planning beforehand. Since you’ll want to buy many things in bulk, for the first year you may want to look into having a [...]
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Bringing your new baby home is an exciting day. It is one rich with joy and also thick with precaution. There are a lot of things to worry about when you prepare to bring your new baby home. Many first time parents will worry themselves over a multitude of factors based solely on the fact [...]
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Aside from being a childbirth advocate, I am also a techie at heart! I love finding unique apps and resources for my readers. This app, from MJH apps is one of those hit you over the head ideas that I wish I would have had. What it is, is an app that gives you an [...]
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A Fetal Concert: Does Music Affect Fetus Development // There has been a lot of discussion on the topic of playing music for a developing fetus while in the womb. Products have even been made to make it easier to put on the concert for your unborn child. The “Mozart Effect” was a popular belief [...]
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Breastfeeding from Cows: New Milk to Mimic Human Breast Milk There has always been a debate between breastfeeding, formula feeding and cows milk. Studies have always shown that breast milk is superior to cow’s milk for child development. But what if you can purchase a substitute to breast milk in your local grocery [...]
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// A few weeks ago I had the privilege of taking some photos of my friend’s beautiful baby girl, Hannah. This is the first baby I have photographed since I began manual exposure. Thank you for having me Mommy and Daddy! READ MORE
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// I’m really intrigued by this topic? // I come from a small town, where most people I know did not breastfeed, and many of them also chose to circumcise their sons. Actually? I didn’t know anyone who breastfed and never saw an uncircumcised penis? ( on a baby or a grown man) My aim [...]
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// Your Birth Story, and why you need one Yeah, you need to write down your birth story. Trust me. My six year old and my 4 year old love hearing about their birthdays. They’ve both memorized each other’s birth stories also. Sometimes I’ll remember more details and they’re more than thrilled to hear every [...]
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[tag]Maternity leave[/tag] has been shown to provide significant benefits to new mothers and their families. It helps women avoid the pressure to reduce their employment, leave their careers, and stay home with the children. Protected paid leave means that women don’t have to choose between their jobs and their families. It also means that it’s [...]
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It’s not news that new Moms need the utmost support and encouragement. Breastfeeding is not always an easy task. Speaking from experience! You have to really want to do it. This is a time in your life when there is something that is more important that yourself or your inadequate feelings about your breasts, or [...]
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Birth Center and Birth Center Statistics Women who choose birth centers for delivery have already made the decision for a natural childbirth experience. These centers offer a more “home like” feel as opposed to, how some women put it “clinical feel” of the hospital. Birth centers provide an option that is more centered around family [...]
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By: Tiffany Washko // You are no doubt concerned with the health of our planet and the health of your new baby. In light of these concerns you may decide to look into organic baby toys. Here is a rundown of what you should know about how to choose the best organic toys for your [...]
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Natural Ways to Prevent Pregnancy Oftentimes when a child begins its life, the pregnancy was something that was well thought out and welcomed by both the father and the mother. Sometimes it may not be the perfect time to have a child, whether it is for medical, personal or financial reasons. It is important …
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Is putting your newborn to sleep stressing you out? I found this great video from Mamanatural about how to put your newborn to sleep. These tips work for this one simple fact. The first few months of a newborns life should be thought of as the fourth trimester. Think about it, your baby has been [...]
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