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Teaching Your Child: Why Leading by
May 22, 2024
Children

Teaching Your Child: Why Leading by Example Matters

BEING A PARENT CAN BE TOUGH! There’s no instruction manual, and not all of us had great examples of parenting when we were growing up. A lot of us are just figuring it out as we go along, and that’s ok! From what I’ve learned as a parent, the most important thing is to love […]

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Helping Your Baby Learn
May 15, 2024
Infant

Helping Your Baby Learn

Did you know your baby’s ability to learn starts even before they’re born? This is why taking care of yourself and avoiding drugs, alcohol, and smoking during pregnancy is so important. What your baby experiences before birth can affect how they grow and learn later. Helping your baby learn starts before they are born and […]

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A Parent’s Guide to Colic
May 8, 2024
Infant

A Parent’s Guide to Colic

All Babies Cry All babies cry, but what if the crying is really, really intense? Well, it may be colic. Colic is more than just regular fussiness or crying. It’s when a baby cries a lot, really loud, and really intense at least 3 days a week, for over 3 hours each time. The crying […]

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Staying Safe: Preventing Poisoning
May 1, 2024
General /Family

Staying Safe: Preventing Poisoning

Kids are super curious! They love to explore the world around them using all their senses – seeing, smelling, touching, and even tasting. Sometimes kids eat, smell, or touch something that’s not safe for them, and this can lead to accidents like poisoning. To help prevent accidental poisoning, make sure your home is a safe […]

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No Milk, No Problem: Calcium-Rich Dairy
April 24, 2024
General /Family

No Milk, No Problem: Calcium-Rich Dairy Alternatives

Milk and dairy products are great sources of many different nutrients, including calcium. Foods with calcium help support healthy growth of teeth and bones and play a role in our overall body weight. Sometimes parents or kids can’t eat or drink dairy foods to get the calcium they need. This can be caused by lactose intolerance […]

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The Importance of Developmental Milestones
April 17, 2024
Infant

The Importance of Developmental Milestones

As a parent, you’re probably familiar with questions about your baby’s development and achievements at each doctor’s visit. And as you observe your little one’s daily discoveries, you might wonder about the significance of these developmental milestones. Let’s explore what these milestones are and why they hold so much importance in your child’s early years. […]

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Burps and Gas and Farts, Oh
April 10, 2024
Infant

Burps and Gas and Farts, Oh My!

Burping, having gas, and farting is normal and, in most babies, indicates good gut health, but it can be extremely painful for some babies, and stressful for their parents. Excess gas without burping or farting can lead to bloating which can be painful. Common causes of gas are: Not burping frequently enough Prolonged crying Not […]

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Don’t Leave Me Mom – A
April 3, 2024
General /Family

Don’t Leave Me Mom – A Guide to Separation Anxiety

When your baby screams every time you leave the room, wakes frequently at night, or now cries when grandma holds them, it’s called separation anxiety. It can be stressful, exhausting, and embarrassing, but it’s also a normal stage of development. So why does this happen? Children do not understand yet that when we leave, we […]

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Have Fun in the Sun Safely
March 27, 2024
General /Family

Have Fun in the Sun Safely All Year Long

The sun is essential to our daily lives. It gives us light, warms us, helps plants grow our food, impacts our sleep patterns, and gives us Vitamin D. But it can also cause burns, make us dehydrated and even cause possible health problems that we may not see for many years. It’s important to protect […]

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Breakfast Ideas Using WIC Foods
March 20, 2024
General /FamilyRecipes

Breakfast Ideas Using WIC Foods

Breakfast Ideas Using WIC Foods Bridget Swinney MS, RD You can use WIC foods to make so many quick, delicious breakfasts! One way to save time in the morning is to meal prep a few days at once. Check out these ideas to get you and your family on your way with a nutritious breakfast: […]

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Trying to Lose Weight? Try these
March 13, 2024
Women

Trying to Lose Weight? Try these Tips to Trick Yourself into Eating Less!

Trying to Lose Weight? Try these Tips to Trick Yourself into Eating Less! Bridget Swinney MS, RD, LD Chances are you’ve tried to lose weight before. No matter how much you need to lose, it’s not that easy! Sometimes when you try not to think about food, all you can think of is eating! To […]

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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