Growing up I was lactose intolerant and still don’t eat dairy. I introduced dairy to my son as a baby and it seems to agree with him. He is now a year and a half and drinks about three cups of milk a day. Because he also gets dairy from other sources like cheese and yogurt, I started making plant-based hemp milk to mix it up.
There are many ways to help improve milk production through dietary changes that are actually tasty! A food or substance that is known to improve milk production and flow is referred to as a galactogogue.
There are many ways to help improve milk production through dietary changes that are actually tasty! A food or substance that is known to improve milk production and flow is referred to as a galactagogue.
We know that sleep deprivation is not good for us, particularly for prolonged periods of time. According to Dr. Pamela Smith, ND getting less than six hours of sleep a night can lead to severe sleep deprivation, and chronic sleep deprivation can have very serious health implications.
After many tears, trial and error, I’m happy to say that my three boys consistently sleep well each night. When you have more than one baby you quickly realize how truly individual each child is. Some children are more spirited than others, and each one has different needs and bedtime negotiation tactics! As parents, we know there isn’t always one answer for all kids.
After trying many sleep training methods with my second child and none of them working, I knew I didn’t want to risk more sleepless nights with my third. I used the Calmmother feeding and sleep program to transition my third baby on a good sleep routine. It is much easier to gently put your baby on a sleep routine when it’s the only thing they know, compared to breaking the well-established sleep habits of a toddler, preschooler or school-aged child.
Our top 5 tips for sleep training babies over one year, toddlers and small children are below.
Always consult with your child’s qualified healthcare provider before introducing any solid foods. If there is a…
Cradle cap is that crusty, scaly, yellowish, rash-like skin that develops in patches on a baby’s scalp. Although it’s typically not itchy or bothersome for babies, it’s less than ideal. Thankfully it’s quick and easy to get rid of!
Teething can have a huge impact on your baby’s overall mood, but it can also affect how they are eating and sleeping. And in just a few hours, teething can wreak havoc on the sleep habits you’ve worked so hard to create!
Your baby may start teething as early as a few months after birth. Symptoms of teething can be similar to those of a cold or flu such as fussiness, pulling at the ears, difficulty sleeping and slightly loose stools. Other common symptoms include drooling, scratching along the jaw line, and biting or gnawing on things such as their hand or your shoulder.
Here are our top three solutions for teething.
Sleep is so important but the optimal amount is different for each family member.
It depends on age and other factors.
Find out the healthy sleep ranges by age, for you and your growing family.
Starting with babies (newborn to one year),
toddlers, preschoolers, school aged
children, teens and adults.
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