86 eBooks, a dozen online conferences, and $150 in bonus resources all for only $1,034 $29.97. Ladies, this bundle is for you. This bundle has some amazing books for new mamas and for experienced mamas alike. Want the ultimate book on cloth diapering? Need to start learning how to potty train gently? Do you want to begin making your own baby food? Yup, there's resources on ALL of these topics and much much more. You won't find a more comprehensive healthy living bundle than this one! I am excited to not only be offering this to you, but also to be an author AND conference speaker for the Natural Baby Care segment of the "Coffee Table … [Read more...]
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Can Breastfeeding Moms Safely Co-Sleep?
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If you're a breastfeeding mom, chances are pretty great that you have co-slept with your baby at least once. Maybe you didn't plan on co-sleeping. I know I didn't with my first son. But, I found that it was sooo much easier to to get a restful nights sleep with my son peacefully sleeping next to me. He woke up to eat, I didn't have to get up. He simply latched on and we both drifted back to sleep. But is this safe? Recent Meta-Analysis Shows Co-Sleeping is Dangerous I was recently accused of disseminating "dangerous" and "unsafe" information in a post titled 9 Benefits of the Breastfeeding and Co-Sleeping Relationship. The commenter … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding Older Children: An Interview with Mayim Bialik, Ph.D
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You probably know her as Blossom from the 90s sitcom of the same name. You may recognize her as Amy Fowler on The Big Bang Theory. But she is more than a talented actress. Armed with a Ph.D in neuroscience and a knack for research, Mayim Bialik is now a champion of "attachment parenting" in her new book, Beyond the Sling: A Real-Life Guide to Raising Confident, Loving Children the Attachment Parenting Way. Breastfeeding Place had an opportunity to interview Mayim about her thoughts on breastfeeding older children. She offers moms who want to try extended breastfeeding some encouraging words. Has extended breastfeeding impacted your … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding as a Spiritual Activity
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I know what you're thinking. "C'mon, seriously?" "Breastfeeding as a spiritual activity?" "What, are you gonna tell me to meditate and pray while I have a baby attached to the front of me in the middle of the night?!" Just hear me out. What Makes It Spiritual? Admittedly, breastfeeding is a physical act. Hormones, chemicals and bodily processes inside you produce a substance to physically sustain another human being. However, it's also emotional, psychological/mental, and spiritual. If Christ lives in your heart, then everything you do is for His glory, to serve His kingdom. If Christ lives in your heart, then everything, … [Read more...]
Our Breast Advice: Breastfeeding, Antibiotics, & Fussy Babies
Breastfeeding Question: Since I started on antibiotics for a sinus infection my twins have been fussy and having runny stools. Any suggestions on how to soothe their tummies? Breastfeeding Answer: I would suggest mama taking high quality probiotics herself. Antibiotics kill off all bacteria - good and bad. Our bodies need good bacteria in our gut to stay "regulated." A small amount of antibiotics can pass through breast milk (often not enough to cause worry). This could cause some of the good bacteria to die off in babies and cause runny stools. Also, the change in mom's chemistry from the antibiotics can cause those changes. If mom gets … [Read more...]
Zebra ERGObaby Carrier Giveaway from Thanks Mama
Do you love wearing your baby? If you haven't tried yet, you must! It can be very liberating to free up your hands for daily tasks and to have baby content and close to you. We are excited to bring you this opportunity to win an ERGObaby Carrier from Thanks Mama natural parenting store, we think you'll love it!Thanks Mama online baby store features a selection of twelve baby carrier brands, among them the popular ERGObaby Carrier. This particular brand was the one that started it all and revolutionized babywearing to be truly comfortable and suitable for every day life. The ergonomic design of this carrier supports the correct sitting … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding and Thyroid Disease
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Can breastfeeding and thyroid disease work together? At the age of 10, I was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism from Grave's Disease. I've been poked, prodded, radiated, and tested for over 25 years to keep my thyroid levels where they need to be. With all this time invested, I was never told how my thyroid condition might affect my breastfeeding relationship with my children. I was never told anything about how thyroid function affects anything other than heart rate and metabolism. I'd like to share with you what I have learned about thyroid disease after having three children in four years and how it can affect breastfeeding. I'll focus on … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding Expectations – Mothers Unite!
Motherhood is hard. Especially since so many of us mothers have unrealistic expectations of ourselves. Such as having a spotless home, cooking from scratch for every meal, having perfectly behaved children, blah blah blah. Even without those expectations, it's hard. We have these tiny people who look up to us for everything, who we have a responsibility to raise. Why don't we give ourselves a break? Give ourselves some realistic expectations - and some realistic breastfeeding expectations? That seems fair. Breastfeeding can be hard. Some of us are blessed to be able to nurse with minimal trouble, while others have to really invest … [Read more...]
Criticism of Breastfeeding: When Others are Uncomfortable
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It's a lovely day at the park. Kids are screaming with joy, iconic fathers tossing baseballs to their sons, strollers are buzzing by, ladies nodding politely at each other as they kick those last few pounds of baby-weight in the rear, and there is a mother sitting under a tree on a park bench watching her young son in the sandbox. Her four-year old is happily building the world's tallest skyscraper utilizing branches, rocks and a few stray leaves. She smiles contentedly for a moment. Her quiet reflection is interrupted by a tiny squeak in her infant carrier. The little one inside has woken up from her nap and is alerting mom, "It's time … [Read more...]
I’m Ready to Be Done. How Do I Wean My Baby?
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Breastfeeding can be taxing for mom. There are any number of reasons that a woman may want or need to wean her baby, including going back to work, illness, pregnancy, and just feeling tired of breastfeeding. If you're asking, "How do I wean my baby?," settle in for a good read - and be sure to leave your questions in the comments below! The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends breastfeeding for one year or longer. The World Health Organization recommends nursing for two years and beyond. If you've examined these recommendations and still feel ready to wean, continue reading. It doesn't have to be "all or nothing." Depending on … [Read more...]
