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Consider Cloth Diapers!

I know you are all thinking “Now she has lost it!” but when I learned about the toxic chemicals that are in our disposable diapers, I thought “I want a do-over!” I thought I was doing everything right when I had my babies; I breastfed, I ate healthy and organic food, I avoided harmful chemicals, and then they both sat in plastic for almost 4 years! I just didn’t know what I know now. One of the most serious toxic chemicals present in disposable... [Read more of this article]

Limit your Baby’s Exposure to Toxins and Chemicals!

We live in a world loaded with toxic chemicals. I am not saying we need to put our children in a bubble, but where ever you can limit their exposure the better off they will be. Chemicals can enter our bodies in several ways; through our skin, in our food and water, breathing it in, etc… Get informed about what chemicals are in the most common baby products and what to avoid. Recently the American Academy of Pediatrics warned parents about limiting... [Read more of this article]

Become Informed about Childhood Vaccinations

Whether you are a strong believer in completely vaccinating your child, against the whole idea, or uncertain what all the controversy is all about; becoming knowledgeable and making an informed decision for your child is critical. It is one of the first decisions you will make and understanding your choices, risks and benefits will help you make the decision that is best for your family. Too many parents come into my shop every day and don’t even... [Read more of this article]

Choose the Right Pediatrician!

Your pediatrician is your partner in the health of your baby/child and one of the most important decisions you will make. Make sure that you find someone you completely trust, and have the same basic philosophies as you about health. Ask your friends or people you trust who they are using, but in the end make the decision yourself based on your personal experience. If you are not happy, remember there are many different choices, and just because you... [Read more of this article]

Breastfeed Your Baby

What a surprise, I am advocating breastfeeding! It is probably one of the most important things you can do for your child’s short and long term health, and it’s free! I won’t discuss breastfeeding as some sort of “bonus” to your child, or the “ideal food”. To me it is just a baseline need. When we discuss the “benefits “of breast milk, we almost always refer to how it reduces the risk of various illnesses and chronic conditions such... [Read more of this article]

Store you Baby’s Umbilical Cord Blood

I am a huge advocate of cord blood banking and did so with both of my children. I know it’s a big investment, but I look at it as an insurance policy. Most likely you will never need it, but if you ever did you would spend your last dime to have it! As a midwife, I have seen people you needed it and had it and those who needed it and didn’t. It was enough to make the decision to bank an easy one for our family. Facts and Tips: • Storing your... [Read more of this article]