by Marketing Manager | Dec 29, 2022 | Babies
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Being a mother is tough, especially if it’s your first time. When having your first baby you learn a lot of new stuff you probably never knew about, like diapers, strollers, baby toys, and more. One of the most intimidating things to learn about as a new mom is breastfeeding. Fortunately, there are many professionals out there to help you learn the ins and outs of breastfeeding. It is amazing that a mother can provide nutrition to her baby with her own body. If you are breastfeeding you may be wondering how your own diet affects your breast milk and your baby’s nutrition. Let’s dive into breastfeeding nutrition tips from the Mayo Clinic.
1. Consume a Few Extra Calories
Your body needs energy and nutrition to produce milk but remember to not go overboard. Approximately 330 to 400 additional calories a day are recommended for breastfeeding mothers. These calories should come from nutrient-rich foods.
2. Focus on Healthy Foods
Nutritious foods help your body produce milk. Choose lean protein-rich foods, whole grains, fruits, and vegetables. Focus on eating healthy foods that are not processed and provide good nutrition. Eating a variety of foods will change the flavor of your breast milk and allow your baby to try different tastes. While breastfeeding, your healthcare provider may recommend a daily multivitamin to make sure you and your baby are getting all the needed nutrients.
3. Stay Hydrated
Staying well hydrated while breastfeeding is essential. If you are wondering whether you are hydrated enough, take a look at your urine. If it appears dark you are probably not consuming enough fluids. Water is the best option. Avoid sugary and caffeinated drinks.
4. What to Avoid While Breastfeeding
There are a few things that you should avoid consuming while breastfeeding such as alcohol, caffeine, and some fish. Alcohol transfers to your breast milk and can be passed on to the baby. If you are going to drink alcohol, make sure to avoid breastfeeding until the alcohol has been cleared from your breast milk and consider pumping milk for your baby before drinking. Caffeine should be limited to two to three cups a day. Consuming too much caffeine could irritate your baby and their sleep. Fish is a good source of nutrition but mercury transferring through breast milk is a concern for your baby. Avoid seafood that is high in mercury such as mackerel, swordfish, and tilefish.
5. Pay Attention to What You Are Eating
Pay close attention to what you are eating. Some babies can be irritable, fussy, or have an allergic reaction to the things that you are eating and that is coming through your breast milk. If you think this is the case, keep a food journal to track what you are eating, when you are feeding your baby, and when your baby is fussy. Try to eliminate any foods from your diet that may be irritating your baby. Consult a healthcare provider if needed or if your baby has an allergic reaction.
Resources
- Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. (2022, April 27). What to eat while breastfeeding your baby. Mayo Clinic. Retrieved December 23, 2022
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by Marketing Manager | Dec 22, 2022 | Child Healthcare
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Parents want their children to develop in a healthy and normal manner. Unfortunately, no matter how hard a parent may try, some children do not meet developmental milestones like their peers of the same age. There are several different types of developmental delays in children. A developmental delay is diagnosed when a child does not reach normal developmental milestones at the expected age. In this article, we will explore the developmental delay of speech in children.
What is a Speech Delay? What is a Language Delay?
Speech delay and language delay can be easily confused but they are different. A child who has a language delay articulates words well but has trouble putting words together. A child with a speech delay struggles to articulate words.
What are the Signs of a Speech Delay?
Since kids develop at different paces it may be difficult to identify a speech delay. It is important to pay attention to see if your child is hitting their developmental milestones by the recommended age. This is another reason why attending regularly scheduled appointments with your child’s pediatrician is recommended. Nemours KidsHealth recommends watching for the following milestones and signs of a speech delay in your child:
- By 12 months a child should be using gestures such as pointing or waving
- By 18 months a child should prefer using vocalization in order to communicate, should be imitating sounds, understanding simple verbal requests, and have about 50 words in their vocabulary
- By 2 years old a child should be producing words spontaneously, should be using oral language to communicate, following simple directions, and have about 100 words in their vocabulary
What Causes a Speech Delay?
The specific cause of a speech delay cannot always be found but some possible causes include an oral impairment or abnormality, oral-motor issues, hearing problems, and ear infections.
What Should I Do If I Suspect My Child Has a Speech Delay?
Contact your pediatrician if you believe that your child may have a speech delay or is not reaching their developmental milestones at the expected age. They will do a physical exam to see if a medical issue is causing the speech delay and likely recommend seeing a speech-language pathologist. These specialists are experts in speech and language development. They will be able to perform speech and language testing, make recommendations, and provide speech therapy.
Resources
- Hartnett, J. (Ed.). (2022, March). Delayed speech or language development (for parents) – nemours kidshealth. KidsHealth. Retrieved December 16, 2022
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by Marketing Manager | Dec 15, 2022 | Women's Health
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Some people are a little weirded out when they first learn what a menstrual cup is. It might sound a little strange since our society is so used to tampons and pads. It is theorized that the first menstrual cup product was invented in the 1930s but did not gain much popularity until now. Menstrual cups have evolved since then and become more user friendly and less taboo which is helping them rise in popularity.
For those of you who have not heard of a menstrual cup, it is a small flexible cup made from silicone, rubber, latex, or thermoplastics. It is inserted into the vagina during menstruation and it catches and collects the blood. If you are new to menstrual cups, you may have a lot of questions but it really is as simple as a flexible cup that collects your period blood. Since they have been growing in popularity, there are now different shapes and sizes available. The cups can hold more fluid than a tampon. The frequency that you have to empty the cup will depend on the size of the cup and how heavy your flow is. On average a menstrual cup can be worn for up to twelve hours.
Women have been growing fond of menstrual cups for many reasons including:
- They are more comfortable than the standard tampon or pad
- More user friendly for physical or long activities
- Less odor
- Ability to wear it for a longer period of time than a pad or tampon
- More environmentally friendly
- Cost savings
Many women find the menstrual cup more comfortable than a pad or tampon and easier for sports and activities. Depending on the size of the cup and the rate of menstrual flow the cup can be worn for up to twelve hours. No more forgetting a tampon and then having to ask around for one. No more having to dig for tampons or pads at the bottom of a purse. Menstrual cups are reusable which makes them more cost-efficient and environmentally friendly.
There are some downsides to menstrual cups to consider. At first, it may be difficult to learn how to put the menstrual cup in and take it out of the vagina. Since there are different shapes and sizes it may take some trial and error before a woman finds the right one for her. Sometimes emptying the cup can be a little messy when first learning how to use it. The menstrual cup should be sterilized between periods which can usually be done by placing it in boiling water. Whether the menstrual cup is a good option for you is your choice but it is good to know that there is an alternative to pads and tampons and there are many women who are taking the plunge.
Resources
- Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. (2022, October 27). Mayo Clinic Q and a: Menstrual cups – why the recent increase in popularity? – mayo clinic news network. Mayo Clinic. Retrieved December 11, 2022
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by Marketing Manager | Dec 8, 2022 | Women's Health
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]There are several issues that females can experience related to their period. An issue that you may experience related to your menstrual cycle is missing periods. The medical term for missing periods that are not related to menopause is amenorrhea. You are considered to have amenorrhea if you haven’t had a period for three consecutive months or haven’t had your first period by the age of fifteen years old.
Causes of Amenorrhea
Pregnancy
Pregnancy is the most common cause of missed periods. When you are pregnant your periods stop because your ovaries are not releasing eggs and your uterus is carrying a fetus. Ceasing to have a period is a sign of pregnancy. It is normal and expected to not have a period while pregnant.
Breastfeeding
Many women do not have periods while they are breastfeeding. It is normal and expected to not have a period while breastfeeding. It is important to know that you can still become pregnant while breastfeeding. If you do not want to become pregnant you must use a method of birth control while breastfeeding.
Weight
Being under or over a healthy body weight can cause irregular or missed periods. Also, eating disorders can cause body fat to drop so low that ovulation stops. Periods will be irregular or stop all together.
Hormonal Imbalances
There are several medical conditions and disorders that can cause hormonal imbalances. Hormones are highly involved in the menstrual cycle. When hormones are imbalanced it can cause irregular and / or missed periods.
Severe Stress
Severe chronic stress can cause menstrual cycle issues and missing periods. Stress causes the hormone cortisol to increase which can cause period issues.
Medications
Some medications could cause irregularities in your period or missed periods. If you believe this may be the case, speak with the healthcare provider who is prescribing the medication.
What To Do About Missing Periods
If you are missing periods contact your gynecological healthcare provider. They will examine you, ask you questions, and order any testing needed to find the cause of your missed periods.
Resources
- Period problems. Period problems | Office on Women’s Health. (n.d.). Retrieved November 25, 2022
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by Marketing Manager | Dec 1, 2022 | Babies
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Four steps to help get your dog ready for the arrival of a new baby.
Introducing your new baby to your fur baby can be scary, especially for first-time parents. Bringing a baby into your home causes a lot of changes for you and also your pets. Both your schedule and your dog’s routine will be disrupted. Unfortunately, your dog will likely be getting less attention which may take the dog some adjustment time to get used to. Follow these four steps to help your dog get ready for a new baby.
Step 1: Evaluate and Train Your Dog
Has your dog ever been around children before? Is your dog comfortable around children? Is your dog respectful? Do they have obedience training? Does your dog have any questionable or aggressive behaviors? Evaluate your dog by starting with these questions.
You will need to concentrate on training before the baby is due to arrive. It is best to start the training as early as possible to give your dog time to learn and practice their new skills. General obedience training will be necessary. Mastering the skills of sit, stay, down, and off is essential. Leash training will also be needed if you plan to take both the dog and baby for walks. If you don’t think your dog has mastered these skills or is uncomfortable with children you should get professional dog training help. Find a reputable dog trainer in your area to work with.
Step 2: Prepare Your Dog for Routine Changes
Your dog’s routine is going to be disrupted. It is best to get them used to routine changes before your baby arrives home. The dog needs to learn to be flexible with its feeding, exercise, and sleeping routine. Start making changes to your dog’s routine so disruptions, when the baby arrives, don’t bother them so much.
Step 3: Teach Your Dog the New Rules
If you want to set new rules for the dog such as staying off the couch or staying out of the baby’s room then teach them these rules before the baby arrives. Teaching them these rules beforehand will lessen any frustration or resentment for you and the dog.
Step 4: Introduce Your Dog to Baby Life
Get your dog used to baby life by introducing them to baby sounds, smells, and sights. Show your dog baby supplies such as toys, strollers, and swings. Play videos of babies crying or making noises so your dog can get used to hearing them. It may be a very good idea to practice with a lifelike doll and pretend to care for the doll like you would a baby. Feed, carry, and rock the baby doll. This is a good method to test your dog and see how it may react to a baby.
If your dog does not do well with preparing for the baby, or training, or has a history of aggressive behavior then you will have to consider giving your dog to a loved one to care for. Even though you love your dog, you should never put your child’s safety at risk for a dog. Consult with a professional dog trainer if your dog has any questionable or aggressive behavior.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1618658856512{margin-top: 75px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_text_separator title=”Services We Offer:”][vc_column_text]
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