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All Natural Baby Wipes/Sanitizing Wipes
I love these two recipes for Wipes contributed by Heather Gunnerson. Baby Wipes These are made with the oils I love to use for diaper rash anyway, so I’m sure it could be very preventative. Probably less expensive than traditional wipes (and, of course, much healthier). take a roll of … Continue reading
Skin-to-skin becomes hospital policy. . . (changing the world through the internet)
How can we share the benefits of skin-to-skin contact with new moms? This is a topic I feel very strongly about. It is very important, regardless of a woman’s birth preferences or other interventions. I have blogged about it and … Continue reading
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Tagged birth choices, birth place, cesarean, kangaroo care, newborn, skin to skin
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Second Time’s a Charm
Several month ago, I had an interview with a mom who was seeking a doula . . . She described a very difficult experience with the birth and recovery of her first baby. Her primary concerns were: 1) not feeling … Continue reading
Posted in doulas, newborns, prepare your body, prepare your mind
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Notes for the NICU
I have some friends. “Friends” doesn’t quite seem the right word. When you are in the military and get lucky enough to have back-to-back assignments (the first overseas) with close friends, they start to feel a little more like family. … Continue reading
skin
The recent story of Kate Ogg reviving her baby, Jamie, after he was pronounced dead by doctors highlights a very important issue for moms-to-be. Kangaroo care, or placing a newborn in skin to skin contact with his/her mom (or even … Continue reading
what’s a parent to do ???
Parents have the responsibility to make choices on behalf of their children. This is often a heavy responsibility as there are benefits and risks to action or inaction. One especially controversial issue that parents face is vaccination. I have recently … Continue reading
Posted in books, newborns, vaccines
Tagged alumninum, babies, book, Dr. Sears, thimerosal, vaccinations, vaccines
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