Mum Mum’s recently reported that new research discovered breastfed babies may have the added benefits of beneficial bacteria in the gut that can help break down breast milk. Following right on the heels of this news comes another study taking a look at the differences in the gut flora of breastfed babies compared with formula fed babies. (more…)
Archive for August, 2012
Duke University Study Finds Gut Flora Differs in Breastfed Babies
Friday, August 31st, 2012Gluten Free Recipe of the Month: Gluten Free Pancakes
Friday, August 24th, 2012It’s back to school time! Maybe your little one is just starting school, you have kids headed back to school, or the family is getting back to a regular routine after those long summer days. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and this month’s gluten free recipe features buckwheat pancakes; a nutritious breakfast perfect for a busy school day or a lazy Sunday morning. (more…)
Protective Bacteria in the Infant Gut Have Resourceful Way of Helping Babies Break Down Breast Milk
Tuesday, August 21st, 2012Breast milk is one the most amazing and unique substances around, so much so that despite constant research it still cannot be duplicated. Breast milk is loaded with nutrients and antibodies- which not only can sustain and strengthen babies in their first few months of life but also provide protection from infections, illnesses, and allergies. Researchers just discovered yet another wondrous component of breast milk, one that may aid in digestion. (more…)
Toddler Feeding Tips
Monday, August 13th, 2012The first 3 years of your child’s life is an ideal time to begin lifelong healthy eating habits and Mum Mum’s recently reported a study finding healthy diets for babies may even lead to higher IQs. Preparing fresh nutritious foods, without added salt or sugar, will have her reaching for healthy snacks when she gets older. Avoiding canned, artificially flavored, or highly processed foods will set the standard for what food is supposed to taste like. (more…)
Children’s Healthy Diets Linked to Higher IQ
Tuesday, August 7th, 2012In case you haven’t heard here at Mum Mum’s, instilling healthy eating habits in your little ones can lead to a healthier lifestyle through adulthood. Granted, we think eating healthy is just plain smart but a new study found that infants and toddlers with healthy diets may actually be a little smarter. (more…)
10 Reasons to Breastfeed Your Baby
Friday, August 3rd, 2012August 1st marks the start of World Breastfeed
ing Week, sponsored by the World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action (WABA) as a means to increase awareness of the benefits of breastfeeding and draw public attention to the state of policy and programs on breastfeeding. As the saying goes, breast is best, but some women remain apprehensive about deciding to breastfeed. Mum Mum’s regularly highlights new scientific studies illustrating the many health benefits of breastfeeding and in honor of World Breastfeeding Week, here are 10 reasons to breastfeed your baby: (more…)
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Colleen Hurley, RD, Certified Kid's Nutrition Specialist, is the Mum-Mum Blog contributor.
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