Mums spend 9 months talking to their tummies and that little being inside. From singing songs to asking ‘why must you stretch your feet out right there’; the baby is listening and also getting used to the sounds you make while still in your tummy. As it turns out knowing your voice does more than just mommy recognition. A new study found out that a mother’s voice is not only recognized by a newborn, but it actually stimulates important parts of their brain. (more…)
Archive for 2010
Mom’s Voice Plays Special Role in Activating Newborn’s Brain
Friday, December 24th, 2010Rocking the Cradle After 45
Thursday, December 23rd, 2010The age at which women become mothers has steadily been increasing over the past few years. Lots of women are putting motherhood on hold to focus on their careers, but how long can having children really be put on hold? There is the ever present notion that fertility does decline with age, while risks increase yet a recent study found pregnancy later in life is safer than we have previously known. (more…)
Relationship Strengthening Class Improves Life for New Families
Friday, December 17th, 2010
Although 9 months may seem like forever when you’re waiting, once the baby arrives new parents find no amount of time can truly prepare a person for this life changing event. Having a baby changes everything, even the relationship between parents. Conflicts can increase while support may decrease, as previous studies have shown, but some new research found that a few relationship classes may alleviate this problem.
The Green Guide to Holiday Shopping
Tuesday, December 14th, 2010We’ve discussed safe toy shopping, but what about those concerned about environmental safety? The past few years, holiday shopping has had parents mired in worry not just about all those tiny parts that come with toys, but also if they contain any potentially hazardous chemicals or are not made using green manufacturing practices. Healthy Child, Healthy World is a non-profit organization that aims to help parents protect their kids from harmful chemicals and here is their running green toy shopping guide. (more…)
Toy Safety Checklist
Wednesday, December 8th, 2010Oh yes, it is that time of year again. Yet with so many toy scares in the past few years, where is a parent to start when it comes to buying safe toys for their kids? Well, we can tell you where to start and it is the Consumer Product Safety Commission to check for any recent toy recalls. Next, print off a copy of this Toy Safety Checklist from the Children’s Safety Association of Canada and let the safe toy shopping begin. (more…)
Heart Assocation Tips for Getting Kids to Eat Vegetables and Fruit
Monday, December 6th, 2010In the midst of the cookies, candies, and cakes (oh my!) this season tends to bring, the American Heart Association (AHA) reveals 10 tips to get your kids to eat their fruits and vegetables. This is no coincidental timing by the AHA, as their own recently reported study found that kids who eat lots of fruits and veggies have healthier arteries as adults. (more…)
Breastfeeding Mothers Don’t Get Less Sleep
Sunday, December 5th, 2010
Mum Mum’s recently reported that women respond more than men to baby’s needs during the night. Although women may not be surprised by that study, it is certainly a concern when planning to have a baby since generations of mums warn there will be many sleepless nights ahead. This concern often affects a woman’s choice to breastfeed or not, thinking breastfeeding might mean even less sleep but a recent study found this is not the case at all. (more…)
Pregnant Mother’s Diet Impacts Baby’s Sense of Smell, Alters Brain
Thursday, December 2nd, 2010We’ve known for some time now that a healthy diet during pregnancy can help the future health of baby. Studies on the diet of expecting women have attempted to pinpoint just what those key dietary components are that have the greatest impact on an infant health. Yes a healthy maternal diet can lay a good foundation for future healthy eating in kids, but a new study found that a mother’s diet literally changes a baby’s brain. (more…)
Wake Up Mum; Gender Differences in Accepting Sleep Interruptions
Monday, November 22nd, 2010Oh, the notorious sleepless nights of parenthood. Combine that with mother’s intuition and it is a wonder new mums get any shut eye at all. It seems that when it comes to night time cries from baby, mums are more likely to respond. No offense to dads of course, but new research discovered that even if both parents are working mums are twice as likely to interrupt their sleep to care for others.
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Infant Estrogen Levels Tracked through Diaper Research
Wednesday, November 17th, 2010
Any new parent can attest to the shock that one little being can need so many diaper changes in a day. What to do with all those dirty diapers? Lo and behold science has found a practical use. Researchers have discovered an accurate method of testing estrogen levels with the help of 5,000 babies and their diapers. (more…)
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Colleen Hurley, RD, Certified Kid's Nutrition Specialist, is the Mum-Mum Blog contributor.
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