Having a baby prematurely is a harrowing experience for the whole family, and can often leave a baby with lifelong health struggles. The good news is, more research has been focused on care and treatment for preemies than ever before, finding improved standards of care. A recent report explains the new goal for upcoming research focuses on preventing premature births altogether. (more…)
Archive for February, 2010
Prevention is Key News Goal for Premature Babies
Sunday, February 28th, 2010Tips for Feeding Your Toddler
Friday, February 26th, 2010Your toddler is now enjoying his newfound independence and skill set. Some of that independence may reveal itself at the dinner table, with strong opinions flying about his likes and dislikes. This is perfectly normal as food choice is one of the first places toddlers assert their independence.
The First 3 Months
Thursday, February 25th, 2010After just having a baby, you may feel that life is an endless cycle of diaper changing, feeding, and sleepless nights. However, your baby is changing a lot during her first 3 months of life and part of the joy of being a new parent is to watch and nurture these changes.
Once you and your baby are able to ease into a routine, there will be plenty of exciting developmental changes happening in his life to delight in: (more…)
DHA and Eye Health: Study Supports Omega-3 in Formula
Wednesday, February 24th, 2010Great strides have been taken in the recent years to attempt to provide an infant formula that replicates the concentrations of nutrients found in breast milk. A newer addition to infant formula is omega-3 fatty acids, a rich source of DHA, a nutrient proven in recent studies to enhance fetal brain development and future cognitive skills. A study out this month found yet another reason for DHA enrichment and that is eye health. (more…)
Recommendations for Fluoridated Toothpaste Use in Children
Monday, February 22nd, 2010Long before the plastic bottle debate arose was the ongoing quandary of fluoridated toothpaste and children. Fluoride, when used topically, can help prevent tooth decay yet too much taken internally can have the opposite effecting leading to mottling or tooth discoloration. A recent study finally provides parents with a much needed fluoride usage guideline. (more…)
Gluten Free Recipe of the Month: Chewy Granola Bars
Thursday, February 18th, 2010Finding yummy gluten free snacks for kids is not easy especially ones that aren’t too unhealthy so most moms take matters into their own hands and make their own. This month’s gluten free recipe adds to the snack recipe artillery with chewy granola bars, a treat kids love. The recipe is also dairy free, and allows for lots of variations for family food preference or other food allergies or intolerances. It is of course, also suitable for celiacs. (more…)
Longer nursing may Aid in Kid’s Mental Health
Tuesday, February 16th, 2010
Mum Mum’s recently reported that the UK sent researchers out to discover why breastfeeding rates and duration lengths remain low in that country, particularly when current research touts numerous health benefits to both mother and baby. Although many women initiate breastfeeding, the duration of breastfeeding remains lower than health experts would like to see of a minimum of 6 months. A recent study found that there is further reason to encourage longer breastfeeding duration as it may improve a baby’s mental health.
Mother’s Milk: What Determines Breastfeeding Rates in the UK?
Monday, February 1st, 2010Breast is milk is best when it comes to feeding baby, yet many mothers opt to bottle feed instead. The amount of research supporting the positive health benefits of breastfeeding for both mother and baby is astounding a
nd the studies don’t seem to be slowing down any time soon. Deciding whether or not breastfeed is a big decision, so what exactly determines that choice? UK researchers decided to find out.
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Colleen Hurley, RD, Certified Kid's Nutrition Specialist, is the Mum-Mum Blog contributor.
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