Nature's created a readily available means to nourish your baby: They're your breasts. As organic this or that is touted and held up as superior, I'm distressed to see something truly organic viewed with so much anxiety or out-and-out hostility. Mothers have always breastfed babies The expression "Necessity is the mother of invention" fits into the breastfeeding vs baby formula stand-off. Baby formula was created in the late 1800s to address a need. Before that, wet nurses breastfed newborn … [Read more...]
Nurturing Touch, Infant Massage & Beyond–Guest Post By Regina Greenwood
I have been reveling in being a new grandparent...that also made me think back to when my children were babies--hard to imagine enough time has passed that they can be parents! To grandparents, babies are nothing but a joy and delight! I do remember, though, the fatigue of sleepless nights trying to console an upset baby. Oh how I would have LOVED having the services of Regina Greenwood of Genetic Bond available to me … [Read more...]
Important Early Childhood Milestones
At every age, there are important early childhood milestones to help monitor your child's development. Healthy growth and development is more than just physical. How he or she plays, learns, speaks, and acts are important clues about your child’s development. The information below comes from the Centers for Disease Prevention and Control.* Talk with your pediatrician if your child doesn't: At two months old: Respond to loud sounds Watch things as they move Smile at people Bring hands to … [Read more...]