1. Breastfeed Pediatric dentists who study the effects of breastfeeding on oral development believe that one of the most beneficial contributors to healthy teeth and healthy jaw alignment is a breast in the mouth for as long as mother and baby are willing and able. Apparently the unique sucking action of breastfeeding helps prevent malocclusion. […]
Raising a Smart Baby
8 Ways to Raise a Smart Baby It’s never too early to help your baby become an intellectual human being. Here are eight ways to raise a smart baby through proper womb environment, nurturing, nutrition, music and play (to name a few). 1. A smart womb start Inhaling or ingesting substances called neurotoxins, such as cigarette smoke, […]
Resources to Help Stop Smoking
Despite the warning in the “Back to Sleep” campaign that smoking may increase the risk of SIDS, researchers in England found that the anti-smoking warning campaign had no impact on mothers who already smoked (though it did seem to deter some mothers from starting). Smokers followed the other SIDS risk reduction suggestions, such as switching […]
Nursery Care Versus Rooming-in
When considering rooming-in vs. nursery care, we encourage most mothers and babies to enjoy rooming-in. Full rooming-in allows you to exercise your mothering instincts when the hormones in your body are programmed for it. In our experience, and that of others who study newborns, mothers and babies who fully practice rooming-in vs. nursery care enjoy […]
Preparing For a New Baby
Don’t Overdo Preparing For a New Baby Nature often provides you with a nice burst of energy to go along with the urge to prepare your home for the important newcomer. A day of yielding to this energy spurt may provide you with a healthy diversion from the boredom of those endless last weeks. It […]
Foods that Keep you Awake
Caffeine-containing foods top the list of foods that wake you up. Here’s why: As a stimulant, caffeine speeds up the action of not only the nervous system, but of other major body systems, too. Within fifteen minutes of downing a cup of coffee, the level of adrenaline in your blood rises, which triggers an increase […]
Healing Effects of Omega-3s
Head-to-Toe Effects of Omega-3s Omega-3’s help practically every part of your body. Here is just a short overview of the incredible effects of omega-3s. Effects of Omega-3s on your heart Omega-3s stabilize the buildup of plaque on the walls of the arteries, preventing hardening of arteries and subsequent rising blood pressure. These flexible fats accomplish […]
Holiday Stress Busters
Dr. Jim’s Holiday Stress Tips All of those classic holiday movies surrounding the “dysfunctional family” make us laugh because deep down we can often relate to the chaos that this season brings. Here are a few tips to help you reduce your holiday stress this season: Just Say “No” It’s the easiest trick in the […]
10 Ways To Involve Children in Pregnancy
Ways to Involve Children in Pregnancy Being pregnant while you have a toddler or preschooler in tow can be both challenging and exhausting, but also very fun and exciting. As children get older, you may find it easier and more fun to involve children in pregnancy. Here are some ways to involve children in pregnancy […]
What Does it Mean to Be L.E.A.N. in Pregnancy?
L.E.A.N. Tips for a Healthy Pregnancy From the moment your baby arrives, you will have new opportunities to learn and grow as a parent. At times, you may feel overwhelmed with all that you are experiencing. Sometimes you will feel overwhelmed by the responsibility of caring for your baby. At other times, you will feel […]
The Baby Book
The Baby Book – available in-store and online! America’s bestselling “baby bible” – an encyclopedic guide to the first two years of your baby’s life. The million-copy bestseller has now been revised, expanded, and brought thoroughly up-to-date – with the latest information on everything from diapering to day care, from midwifery to hospital birthing rooms, […]