Just about every baby has an upset tummy, gas, indigestion, or spits up from time to time. Yet when spitting up becomes more frequent, or is accompanied by irritability or unexplained crying, doctors often reach for their prescription pads. When acid-suppressing drugs, used for treating gastrointestinal reflux disorder or GERD, are given to otherwise healthy infants a recent study may have doctors putting down their pens. (more…)
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Are Acid-Suppressing Drugs Prescribed Too Often in Infants?
Friday, November 4th, 2011Sleep Disruption for Breastfed Babies is Temporary, Study Finds
Monday, October 31st, 2011While the health benefits of breastfeeding are innumerous, many women still do not breastfeed out of fear of some old wives tales- like lack of sleep. It has been said, although previously unsubstantiated, that breastfed babies wake up more often in the night. A recent study just put that rumor to the test only to find little evidence to support that myth in the long run. (more…)
Baby’s Palate and Food Memory Shaped before Birth
Saturday, August 13th, 2011There have been whiffs of the idea that what a mum eats while breastfeeding can influence her baby’s taste preferences but what about while in the womb? Imagine if you could get your baby to love kale and broccoli just by eating it during pregnancy. That is exactly what some new research found out; that the nose knows just what foods mum liked. (more…)
Study Finds Prenatal Pesticide Exposure Tied to Lower IQ in Children
Wednesday, April 27th, 2011In case our 10 Reasons to Eat Organic post was not compelling enough, a new study suggests that prenatal exposure to pesticide on foods can affect a child for many years after birth. While it is known that a healthy diet during pregnancy is essential for a healthy baby, whether or not to eat organic during pregnancy has not been widely discussed nor has much science delved into this topic – until now. (more…)
8 Ways to Boost Kid’s Immune Systems
Monday, January 3rd, 2011The holidays have come and gone, but chilly weather is here to stay for a little while longer. All the gathering indoors makes is easy for colds and flus to spread quickly, especially this time of year. Although it is inevitable your child will catch a cold at some point in their lives; there are few things you can do help boost your child’s immunity. (more…)
Mom’s Voice Plays Special Role in Activating Newborn’s Brain
Friday, December 24th, 2010Mums 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…)
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…)
6 Ways to ‘Green’ the Holidays
Thursday, November 25th, 2010The holiday season is a time of excess; lots of food, decorations and more toys arrive at once than any other time of the year. Every once in a while a little indulgence is okay, but that excess can take a toll not only on your waistline or wallet, but also on the environment. If you worry about the environmental impact of all those presents, decorations, and food; here are 6 ways to ‘green’ your holidays: (more…)
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…)
Understanding the AAP’s New Iron Intake Guidelines
Friday, October 15th, 2010The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) new iron intake guidelines may have left a lot of parents scratching their heads in confusion. Iron is indeed a vital nutrient for healthy baby development; and although iron deficiency has decreased significantly over the past several decades the AAP’s new guideline is meant to decrease rates even rates even further. (more…)
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Colleen Hurley, RD, Certified Kid's Nutrition Specialist, is the Mum-Mum Blog contributor.
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