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Breastfeeding Provides Protection To Infant’s GI Tract

You may not have heard of Bifidobacterium longum subsp. infantis,but it’s already on intimate terms with your breastfed baby. Fortunately this bacteria can be your baby’s lifelong friend. The subspecies of the bacteria Bifidobacterium longum inhabits the gastrointestinal tract of your nursing infant. This particular strain of bifido isn’t found in adults. B. longum subsp. infantis [...] [...]

Finding Focus In A Busy World…

As some of you know,I started taking yoga classes again last April and promptly fell in love with it all over again. What I love about yoga,is that it forces you to slow down,focus and breathe,and really get in touch with your body and how you feel. Sometimes I’m feeling “Hey [...] [...]

Thrifty Thursdays...Is it ok to buy a used breast pump?Thrifty Thursdays…Is it ok to buy a used breast pump?

Everyone is trying to save money these days,a dollar here,a few dollars there. There are however places where you should not try to save and the purchase of a breast pump is one of them. According to Kelly Allison-Pickering,of the Douglas County Breastfeeding Examiner,“One important note for breastfeeding moms to be aware [...] [...]

Fit Fridays…Is Yoga Ok During Pregnancy?

Yoga is a great way to stay active and fit during your pregnancy. Yoga’s focus on breathing will help you throughout your pregnancy and definitely through labor! If you’re new to yoga,consult with your doctor before starting any fitness program during pregnancy. If you’re a seasoned yogini,consult with you doctor before continuing your [...] [...]

Talk About It Tuesdays…Breastfeeding Breaks in New Healthcare Bill

One of the victories for breastfeeding that was included in the new healthcare reform legislation is that companies with at least 50 employees will have to set aside “reasonable” break times for nursing mothers AND create private spaces for breastfeeding. Say goodbye to pumping in your car on lunch breaks ladies…Would this bill have helped you continue [...] [...]

Fact Fridays...New Study:How to Choose Baby Bottles Fact Fridays…New Study:How to Choose Baby Bottles

Many moms who start off breastfeeding ponder bottle issues,as they have to return to work or need to spend several hours away from the baby. Breastfeeding expert Donna Dowling,associate professor of nursing at the Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing at Case Western Reserve University,could sympathize with the new mom next to her [...] [...]

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