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PLAN to be Healthy & Stress
April 20, 2022
General /Family

PLAN to be Healthy & Stress Free

It’s 6:28 p.m.; your phone is ringing, the laundry needs folding, and the kids still need a bath… and then you hear it, “Mom, what’s for dinner?” This question can drive parents crazy! Luckily for you, you’ve planned ahead and proudly respond with, “grilled chicken with brown rice, steamed broccoli, and fresh fruit with yogurt […]

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Celebrate Spring with Eggs: Eggy Omelet
March 16, 2022
General /FamilyRecipes

Celebrate Spring with Eggs: Eggy Omelet Pie

Eggs are inexpensive, available year round, and they’re packed with protein and choline — a B vitamin important for good brain health. Eggs are also versatile. You can scramble them for breakfast, serve our Chirp, Chirp Deviled Eggs for a snack or lunch, or combine them with springtime vegetables for our Eggy Omelet Pie at […]

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Celebrate Spring with Eggs: Chirp, Chirp
March 16, 2022
General /FamilyRecipes

Celebrate Spring with Eggs: Chirp, Chirp Deviled Eggs

Eggs are inexpensive, available year round, and they’re packed with protein and choline — a B vitamin important for good brain health. Eggs are also versatile. You can scramble them for breakfast, serve our Chirp, Chirp Deviled Eggs for a snack or lunch, or combine them with springtime vegetables for our Eggy Omelet Pie at […]

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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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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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Battling Winter Cold and Flu Bugs
December 22, 2021
General /Family

Battling Winter Cold and Flu Bugs

‘Tis the season for snowflakes and sniffles. As the weather becomes cooler, we tend to spend more time indoors where it’s warmer… and easier to spread germs. Help keep your family healthy by putting up your best defense against icky flu and cold bugs. Get Your Flu Vaccines Influenza (the flu) is an infection of […]

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Slow Cooker Comfort: Pulled Barbecue Chicken
December 1, 2021
General /FamilyRecipes

Slow Cooker Comfort: Pulled Barbecue Chicken

Imagine a quiet and calm dinner where your entire meal comes together quickly without a fuss! It’s possible with the slow cooker. What could be easier than preparing a few simple ingredients, adding them to the slow cooker, and then walking away while dinner and even dessert practically cook themselves? Our recipe for Pulled Barbecue […]

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Slow Cooker Comfort: Apple Cinnamon Bread
December 1, 2021
General /FamilyRecipes

Slow Cooker Comfort: Apple Cinnamon Bread Pudding

Imagine a quiet and calm dinner where your entire meal comes together quickly without a fuss! It’s possible with the slow cooker. What could be easier than preparing a few simple ingredients, adding them to the slow cooker, and then walking away while dinner and even dessert practically cook themselves? Our recipe for Apple Cinnamon […]

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Eating on a Budget: Protein
November 24, 2021
General /Family

Eating on a Budget: Protein

When shopping, do you ever wonder which protein source offers the most “bang for your buck”? The chart below gives you an idea of average prices. When shopping, check the price per serving using your phone’s calculator. Things you need to think about are bone and other waste like skin that you won’t eat, but […]

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A Mom, A Can, A Plan
November 3, 2021
General /Family

A Mom, A Can, A Plan

It was finally payday! Maria’s cabinets were almost empty and she planned to go grocery shopping after work. With her organized list in hand, she was ready! She was excited to finally cook something new since her family was getting tired of leftovers. But when Maria picked up her daughter Katie from preschool, she had […]

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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