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Healthy Growth, Happy Kids
July 19, 2023
Children

Healthy Growth, Happy Kids

“I worry Kimmy will get fat, so I try to get her to not eat so much,” one mom confided. The next mom shared, “I let Mika watch TV when he eats so I can get a couple more bites in. He’s too skinny.” It’s natural to compare your child to others, but how can […]

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7 Ways to Introduce New Foods
May 24, 2023
Children

7 Ways to Introduce New Foods to Your Preschooler

Eating should be a fun learning experience, especially for young children who are relatively new to the whole process. When the pressure to “try” something new or “finish” a meal is high, the fun and enjoyment can go right out the window. We all know it bothers a young child to be pressured into eating […]

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Help Your Toddler Do It Themselves
May 3, 2023
Children

Help Your Toddler Do It Themselves

”We’ve hit the ‘terrible twos,” Angela sighed, “and Nicolas is only 18 months old. He doesn’t want to brush his teeth, he gets frustrated putting his own shoes on, and he won’t eat what I want him to!” Like many toddlers, Nicolas, who used to eat happily from a spoon with mom’s help, wants to […]

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Picky Eater… or Typical Toddler? Tips
April 19, 2023
Children

Picky Eater… or Typical Toddler? Tips to Handle a Choosy Eater

Tips To Handle A Choosy Eater Handing a peeled apple slice to her mother, two-year-old Amelia demanded, “Cut it!” This active, apple-loving toddler then began shrieking, “Cut it! Cut it!” Amelia’s mom noticed a speck of peel and removed it with a smile. “Woops, missed some!” she said and gave the slice back to Amelia […]

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Ten Tips for Teaching Nutrition to
February 22, 2023
Children

Ten Tips for Teaching Nutrition to Preschoolers

Parents often ask — what’s the best way to teach nutrition to my kids? My answer is always “keep the focus on food and fun”. Children between the ages of three and five are at a wonderful and curious stage where they love to touch, smell, play with and sometimes even taste new foods. At […]

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Feeding Your Toddler For Good Health
February 8, 2023
Children

Feeding Your Toddler For Good Health Over Time

Toddler Portions Toddlers eat small amounts of food and take their time with eating. As a general rule, at each meal, serve one tablespoon of food from each food group for each year of your child’s age.  If your toddler asks for more of something, give it to them. It’s ok if they eat some […]

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Smart Snacking for Preschoolers
January 25, 2023
Children

Smart Snacking for Preschoolers

Children snack more today than they did 25 years ago. Many kids now eat three snacks a day, which make up almost one third of daily calories. Children also eat more sweet and salty snacks like chips and candy. Too many kids get most of their snack calories from desserts and sweet drinks. When you […]

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Early Childhood Intervention: Building Blocks For
January 18, 2023
Children

Early Childhood Intervention: Building Blocks For Success

Birth to age three is a key time of growth. The base is being set for all other learning for the rest of a person’s life. For some children, this learning is harder from the very start because of being born premature or with birth defects or other health problems. These children are sent to […]

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6 Nutrients Toddlers Need
November 30, 2022
Children

6 Nutrients Toddlers Need

Some toddlers aren’t getting enough of these 6 nutrients, is your child one of them?! Toddlers can be tough to feed. Some meals they want to keep eating and at others, it’s two bites and they’re out of there! This happens because growth slows down at around age 2, causing a dip in appetite. And […]

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How to Nurture Your Child’s Body
November 2, 2022
Children

How to Nurture Your Child’s Body Image

Six-month-old Madilynn, my first grandbaby, had just arrived for a visit. I was telling her how happy I was to see her when my husband reached over, jiggled her little leg and said, “She’s so fat!” Although it was said in a loving way and with a big grin, I was put off. “She’s a […]

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How to Raise a Child Who
October 26, 2022
Children

How to Raise a Child Who Likes Healthy Food

Did you know your baby prefers certain flavors even before they are born? And the flavors they like during their first year may tell you what they will want to eat as they grow up? It’s true! While some of your baby’s flavor preferences are present at birth, you still have a lot of influence […]

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    Side-Lying Hold

    1. For the right breast, lie on your right side with your baby facing you.
    2. Pull your baby close. Your baby’s mouth should be level with your nipple.
    3. In this position, you can cradle your baby’s back with your left arm and support yourself with your right arm and/or pillows.
    4. Keep loose clothing and bedding away from your baby.
    5. Reverse for the left breast.

    This hold is useful when:

    • You had a C-section
    • You want to rest while baby feeds
    • You are breastfeeding in the middle of the night
    • You and your baby are comfortable in this position
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    Cross-Cradle Hold

    1. For the right breast, use your left arm to hold your baby’s head at your right breast and baby’s body toward your left side. A pillow across your lap can help support your left arm.
    2. Gently place your left hand behind your baby’s ears and neck, with your thumb and index finger behind each ear and your palm between baby’s shoulder blades. Turn your baby’s body toward yours so your tummies are touching.
    3. Hold your breast as if you are squeezing a sandwich. To protect your back, avoid leaning down to your baby. Instead, bring your baby to you.
    4. As your baby’s mouth opens, push gently with your left palm on baby’s head to help them latch on. Make sure you keep your fingers out of the way.
    5. Reverse for the left breast.

    This hold is useful when:

    • Your baby is premature
    • Your baby has a weak suck
    • Your baby needs help to stay latched
    • Your baby needs extra head support
    • You and your baby are comfortable in this position
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    Clutch or “Football” Hold

    1. For the right breast, hold your baby level, facing up, at your right side.
    2. Put your baby’s head near your right nipple and support their back and legs under your right arm.
    3. Hold the base of your baby’s head with your right palm. A pillow underneath your right arm can help support your baby’s weight.
    4. To protect your back, avoid leaning down to your baby. Bring baby to you instead.
    5. Reverse for the left breast.

    This hold is useful when:

    • You had a C-section
    • You have large breasts
    • You have flat or inverted nipples
    • You have a strong milk let-down
    • You are breastfeeding twins
    • Your baby likes to feed in an upright position
    • Your baby has reflux
    • You and your baby are comfortable in this position
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    Cradle Hold

    1. For the right breast, cradle your baby with your right arm. Your baby will be on their left side across your lap, facing you at nipple level.
    2. Your baby’s head will rest on your right forearm with your baby’s back along your inner arm and palm.
    3. Turn your baby’s tummy toward your tummy. Your left hand is free to support your breast, if needed. Pillows can help support your arm and elbow.
    4. To protect your back, avoid leaning down to your baby. Instead, bring your baby to you.
    5. Reverse for the left breast.

    This hold is useful when:

    • Your baby needs help latching on
    • You and your baby are comfortable in this position
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    Laid-Back Hold

    1. Lean back on a pillow with your baby’s tummy touching yours and their head at breast level. Some moms find that sitting up nearly straight works well. Others prefer to lean back and lie almost flat.
    2. You can place your baby’s cheek near your breast, or you may want to use one hand to hold your breast near your baby. It’s up to you and what you think feels best.
    3. Your baby will naturally find your nipple, latch, and begin to suckle.

    This hold is useful when:

    • Your baby is placed on your chest right after birth
    • You have a strong milk let-down
    • You have large breasts
    • You and your baby are comfortable in this position