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Choosing Day Care
March 9, 2022
Infant

Choosing Day Care

If you are returning to work or school after you have your baby, chances are that finding day care is on the top of your to-do list. As a parent, it’s up to you to find a caregiver you trust who knows how you want your baby fed and taken care of while you’re away. […]

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Pregnancy & Weight Gain: What You
March 2, 2022
Women

Pregnancy & Weight Gain: What You Need to Know

Most women know that having a healthy weight is important and can reduce their risk of heart disease and diabetes. But guess what? Your weight can also affect your and your baby’s health not just during, but also long after pregnancy as well! Here are some common questions and answers about pregnancy, weight and health. […]

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Understanding Food Allergies
February 23, 2022
General /Family

Understanding Food Allergies

What’s a Food allergy? When the body reacts to a food in a way that is not normal, this is a food allergy reaction. A reaction can be mild (like sneezing or runny nose) or dangerous (severe vomiting and diarrhea or trouble breathing). Some people are “intolerant or sensitive” to a food but this is […]

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My Favorite Children’s Books
February 16, 2022
General /Family

My Favorite Children’s Books

The memories of snuggling up with my kids to read a book before bedtime still warms my heart. Now one of my favorite times is reading to my grandkids. The worries of the day fade away while we go on an adventure inside the pages of their favorite books. They point to the pictures, tell […]

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Learning the Secrets of Baby Behavior
February 9, 2022
Infant

Learning the Secrets of Baby Behavior

Wouldn’t it be great if your baby came with an instruction book? A book that described your baby’s every face and action and what they meant? Well, if you look closely you’ll see that you really can “read” your baby like a book! Your little one is born with a special language they want you […]

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Making Family Meals Toddler Friendly
February 2, 2022
Children

Making Family Meals Toddler Friendly

It happens in the blink of an eye. Your baby blossoms into a toddler who walks, talks and wants to make all the food choices! But here’s the “watch out.” If parents aren’t careful or let their toddler take charge of what’s served, his diet can take a turn in the wrong direction. According to […]

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Dealing With Advice From Family and
January 26, 2022
Infant

Dealing With Advice From Family and Friends

From the moment you share the news that you’re pregnant the advice begins — and it keeps coming! The time when babies begin exploring solid foods is when you might hear the most suggestions about what, when and how to feed your baby. All the advice leads to second-guessing: am I doing the ‘right’ thing, […]

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Preventing Gestational Diabetes
January 19, 2022
Women

Preventing Gestational Diabetes

Pregnancy & Weight Finding out you are pregnant is such an exciting time! Knowing you are now caring for not just yourself, but your baby too, is a great motivator to help you eat healthy and stay active. The thing is, sometimes pregnancy can make this hard to do. When you’re pregnant, your appetite and […]

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Healthy Mouth, Happy Smile
January 12, 2022
Infant

Healthy Mouth, Happy Smile

With those chubby little cheeks and tiny button nose, there’s nothing that can light up a room quite like a baby’s smile. That gummy little grin will soon start to sprout teeth, but caring for a baby’s smile starts well before the first tooth arrives. As a parent, your baby’s happy, healthy smile starts with […]

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Breastfeeding Transitions
January 5, 2022
Women

Breastfeeding Transitions

As a breastfeeding mom, you’ll learn that sometimes your baby changes their usual way of nursing. During these transition times, you may not feel as confident about providing your baby with what they need. However, there is no need to worry. Healthy babies with good breastfeeding skills take as much milk as they need, when […]

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Your Step-by-Step Guide to Better Health
December 29, 2021
General /Family

Your Step-by-Step Guide to Better Health

Every day, you make hundreds of choices that impact health. You may decide to get to bed a little earlier, take a walk, or share feelings with a friend. In fact, every little choice can make a big difference to your own health and your family’s health. Is there anything about your health habits that […]

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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