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By Carrie LauthMay 21, 20081 topic

Natural Cough Remedies For Babies

When your baby comes down with a cough, you want to do whatever you can to make her more comfortable. Yet at the same time, you donât want to grab over the counter medication, since there are usually side effects and chemicals that youâd rather not expose babies to if it can be avoided. What's more, recent studies have shown that cough syrups are worthless and the sugar they contain may even prolong illness.nnThankfully there are quite a few natural remedies out there tha

Primary topic: Natural Health

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By Carrie LauthMay 26, 20081 topic

Breastfeeding Tip: Avoid Triple Nipple Syndrome

There are several reasons why you, as a breastfeeding Mom, will want to avoid or limit artificial nipples. Avoid Triple Nipple Syndrome if you want to nurse your baby for that important first year (or longer!).nnUsing artificial nipples, meaning supplemental bottles and pacifiers, reduces the time your baby spends at the breast. Time spent nursing at the breast tells your body how much milk to make, meaning that using artificial nipples can reduce supply. nnArtifical nipples

Primary topic: Pregnancy

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By Carrie LauthMay 28, 20081 topic

Foods To Avoid While Breastfeeding

Women in our culture are sometimes advised to avoid spicy or "gassy" foods when nursing. Or they are told that chocolate, citrus, carbonated beverages or dairy causes problems in all nursing babies. nnAs a breastfeeding educator, I often see women warning other Moms that they need to avoid certain foods while breastfeeding. There are also websites that give unproven breastfeeding advice that claim that women must eat a certain kind of diet in order to make quality milk for he

Primary topic: Women's Issues

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By Carrie LauthMay 20, 20081 topic

Tandem Nursing - Breastfeeding Built For Two

Tandem Nursing – Breastfeeding Built For TwonnYou just found out that you’re pregnant? Congratulations! Maybe you’re overjoyed. Maybe this happened a bit sooner than you were expecting. Either way, you are wondering if you need to wean your happily nursing child. nnThe answer is you don’t necessarily have to wean your currently nursing child. While weaning may turn out to be the best decision as your pregnancy progresses, you don’t have to assume

Primary topic: Pregnancy

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By Carrie LauthMay 21, 20081 topic

Elimination Communication aka Potty Talk

No, not that kind of potty talk. That's another topic altogether! I'm talking about Elimination Communication (EC), a new word given to an ancient practice: raising baby without diapers. E.C. is also referred to as Natural Infant Hygiene. nnWhen I first heard about Elimination Communication, my second child was about 8 months old. The concept intrigued me. I knew that women around the world did not use diapers, and though they wore their babies on their bodies, they didn't ge

Primary topic: Child Development

Child Development

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By Carrie LauthMay 26, 20081 topic

Can I Overfeed A Breastfed Baby?

Many nursing Moms wonder: Can I overfeed a breastfed baby? If you're worried about your pleasingly plump nursing baby, read on. nnIn answer to the question: No, you really cannot overfeed the breastfed baby. Firstly, you cannot force a baby to eat when he doesn't want to. If he is indicating the need to nurse, it's because he either needs the nutrition or wants the comfort of suckling. That's perfectly alright. nnSince breastmilk is the perfect food for babies, it is easily d

Primary topic: Parenting

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By Carrie LauthMay 20, 20081 topic

Breastfeed A Toddler- Why On Earth?

Is your baby approaching his or her first birthday and you're considering weaning?nnThe American Academy of Pediatrics currently recommends "breastfeeding continue for at least 12 months, and thereafter for as long as mutually desired."nnIf you and your baby are still enjoying the nursing experience, why not take a look at some of the advantages of nursing beyondnthat first year?nn1) Immunological BenefitsnnContrary to popular belief, mother's milk does not have an expiration

Primary topic: Child Development

Child Development

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By Carrie LauthJun 26, 20081 topic

Choosing The Right Baby Mattress

As parents, we’re becoming increasingly aware of the problems in today’s environment. We want to buy products that are more environmentally friendly and safer for our families. One important purchase many new parents make is that of a mattress for their new baby. Did you know that many dangers have been associated with baby mattresses made from vinyl (PVC)?nnNearly all baby mattresses today contain polyurethane foam, chemicals that are fire retardants, PVC, and ma

Primary topic: Parenting

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By Carrie LauthMay 20, 20081 topic

Thrush â What Is It And How Can It Affect Breastfeeding Moms?

Some nursing moms will experience a little understood but not uncommon breastfeeding challenge: thrush. Thrush, simply put, is a yeast infection of the breast. Thrush affects the nipples, and can even go as deep as the milk producing glands. Whatâs more, babyâs mouth can become infected, and baby and mom can even pass the infection back and forth. nnThrush is often quite painful, especially if it has gone undiagnosed for awhile. Thrush can cause feeding difficulties becau

Primary topic: Health Education

Health Education

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By Carrie LauthMay 26, 20081 topic

Helping Your Gassy Breastfed Baby

If your breastfed baby seems to have excess gas, it can be disconcerting because you're wondering if s/he is in pain. Surprisingly, some babies seem to have no problems and don't mind being "gassy". But if the baby seems to be in some discomfort, try these tips to help with excess gas.nn1) Let Gravity Assist When FeedingnnBasically, any position that causes the milk to go against gravity will help baby handle the flow of milk more easily, and cause him to swallow less air - r

Primary topic: Natural Health

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By Carrie LauthJun 26, 20081 topic

A Healthy And Safe Sunscreen

The summer months are upon us and so are days spent outside at barbeques, picnics and at the pool and beach. These mean lots of sun exposure and the risk of sunburns. While it is true that too much sun can cause skin damage and sunburns, moderate sunshine is beneficial to our health. Sunshine is our best source of Vitamin D, which actually reduces the risk of certain cancers and many other diseases. It is important to get some moderate sunlight daily but avoid getting burned.

Primary topic: Natural Health

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By Carrie LauthMay 28, 20081 topic

Top 5 Breastfeeding Tips

Over 70% of American women start breastfeeding their baby in the hospital but only 16% are still nursing a year later. nnThe American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that babies be breastfed for at least a year, and the World Health Organization recommends two years of nursing. nnSo what's the problem? Many Moms know the advantages of breastfeeding to Mom and baby, but run into challenges along the way. Here are my top tips to help you make it to that one year mark.nnYour br

Primary topic: Pregnancy

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By Carrie LauthOct 5, 20071 topic

PLR - It's Almost Too Easy

In addition to using private label rights content for your site, blog and newsletter, here are a couple more uses that will knock your socks off. nn- PLR as Infoproduct nThat's right! You've no doubt noticed that many successful people online have their own information products to sell. But you're so busy with your business that you can't carve out any time to create a product of your own? nnYou can package together PLR articles, add your own content, and you have an ebook to

Primary topic: Writing Tools

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By Carrie LauthFeb 15, 20081 topic

Top Tips On Choosing A Nursing Bra

Once youâve made the decision to breastfeed you will need a couple of essentials that will aid you in the process. One of the must haves is a good nursing bra. Choosing a well fitting nursing bra can help you avoid mastitis and make nursing in public easier. Here are some tips to help you choose the perfect one. nn1. Choose a bra with flaps can be opened with one hand. What can be more frustrating than trying to hold your hungry baby while struggling with your bra? Choose a

Primary topic: Parenting

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By Carrie LauthMay 25, 20081 topic

How To Have A Natural Baby In A Toxic World

Everyday we hear of more things in our environment that can harm us. From drugs in our water and hormones in our food to toxins in our cleaning products, it seems that everything causes cancer. When it comes to our babies, we moms sometimes wish we could keep them in a bubble for the first few years of their lives. What can we realistically do to raise a natural baby in a toxic world? nn1) BreastfeednBreastfeeding gives both baby and mom many health advantages. For the purpos

Primary topic: Pregnancy

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By Carrie LauthMay 20, 20081 topic

How Breastfeeding Benefits A Daddy

You know that breastfeeding is best for mother and child, but what's in it for Dad? Isn't he going to miss out by not getting to share in the joy of feeding the baby? Let's see how Dads benefit when a Mom chooses to breastfeed their child. nnCost SavingsnThis is a big one for Dad! Whether he's the sole income provider or not, adding a new member to the family can be a source of worry for him. Let him in on the fact that one year of breastfeeding can keep over $1,000 in the fa

Primary topic: Parenting

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By Carrie LauthMay 28, 20081 topic

The Best Breastfeeding Advice I Ever Got

Recently I was with a group of Mothers who were discussing the breastfeeding advice they had received as brand new Moms. I realized quickly how fortunate I was to have been given the best advice I ever got on breastfeeding by my own Mother. nnThe two things she told me prevented countless challenges in my early breastfeeding experience, which I didn't fully appreciate at the time. nnNow, in my work as a Breastfeeding Educator, I realize what a blessing her words were! nnIn th

Primary topic: Parenting

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By Carrie LauthMay 20, 20081 topic

Breastfeeding In Public

If you're a new Mom who is nursing your baby you may be nervous about breastfeeding in public. nnOr perhaps you are disturbed by media reports of women who are harassed for breastfeeding in public and are considering pumping your milk to give your baby when you leave home. nnHere are some tips for discreet nursing that have worked for many Moms. Hopefully they will help you feel more comfortable breastfeeding in public so you can avoid the inconvenience of pumping and prepari

Primary topic: Women's Issues

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By Carrie LauthMay 26, 20081 topic

Breastfeeding Tip: Find Your Tribe

Breastfeeding is not only best for baby and Mom's health. It's also fun, empowering and enjoyable if you approach it the right way. The American Academy of Pediatrics encourages Moms to breastfeed their babies for at least one year or as long as mutually desired. Sadly, many Moms quit before that one year mark because challenges come up and they don't know how to access good support and information. nnHere's a very important tip that will help you have a happy nursing relatio

Primary topic: Women's Issues

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By Carrie LauthAug 30, 20071 topic

I Learned Everything I Needed To Know About Business From Childbirth

Are you a Mom in business? nnThen you already know my secret of success.nnWhat is it? nnEverything you need to know about succeeding in business you learned from giving birth. No, really! See what I mean. nnPrinciple #1) Itâs going to be more work than you think.nnI know you read about people who have an idea that "accidentally" makes them a million, much like your neighbor's cousin twice removed who had a 2 hour painless labor. nnDon't count on it!nnYour business is probab

Primary topic: Business Coach and Business Coaching

Business Coach and Business Coaching

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By Carrie LauthMay 25, 20081 topic

Breastfeeding Tip: Get Cozy About Nursing In Public

You have a goal to breastfeed your baby for one year and are off to a great start. Congratulations! But now you want to leave the house? Uh-oh!nnUnless you're going to become a hermit for a year or want to pump bottles, you need to get comfortable with nursing in public. nnAnd what's wrong with pumping bottles in order to go out? Nothing... and breastfeeding doesn't have to be an all or nothing proposition. However, offering bottles too early in the nursing relationship can l

Primary topic: Women's Issues

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By Carrie LauthMay 25, 20081 topic

Mastitis â Does It Mean I Have To Stop Breastfeeding?

Mastitis is a breast infection that can affect some breastfeeding Moms. According to Dr. Ruth Lawrence, author of Breastfeeding: A Guide for the Medical Profession, mastitis is an "infectious process in the breast producing localized tenderness, redness, and heat, together with systemic reactions of fever, malaise, and sometimes nausea and vomiting." nnThe causes of mastitis are varied but the most common ones are: irregular breastfeeding or pumping schedules, a nipple that i

Primary topic: Parenting

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By Carrie LauthMay 21, 20081 topic

Are You Giving Away The Milk For Free?

nA subscriber to my marketing tips newsletter wrote me to ask what I think is a common question, especially in some work at home markets. Her question was basically asking whether she should give freebies away without requiring an opt in. She says:nn"I have heard conflicting ideas on what's proper. I offer free stuff, ebooks mostly, to my customers. It's all listed on a page called (keywords here)- Well I just wrote a new ebook that I am going to feature, however, I am not su

Primary topic: Marketing Strategy

Marketing Strategy

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By Carrie LauthMay 21, 20081 topic

What In The World Do I Blog About?!

If you're like most people who start a blog, you initially have a bit of writer's block. Good news- it will likely go away, and you'll find yourself thinking of new things to blog about frequently. In fact blogging becomes quite addictive.n nThis was certainly true of me. When I began blogging, I would often struggle with things to blog about. Now, I have the problem of not having enough time to post on all the things I want to talk about!n nHere are a few tips to get you thr

Primary topic: Small Business Marketing

Small Business Marketing

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By Carrie LauthMay 21, 20081 topic

Why Moms Should Start A Home Based Business Today

Most Moms think about starting a home based business at one time or another. nnMaybe the youngest has started school, and Mom suddenly has a lot of free time. Or perhaps Mom was successful in her career before having her first child, and wished to put her skills to good use in a home based business. Another reason may be that a couple is accustomed to the lifestyle they can afford with two incomes, and when Mom suddenly decides to quit her job to stay home and raise the child

Primary topic: Home Business

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By Carrie LauthMay 26, 20081 topic

Breastfeeding Tip: Find Supportive Health Care Providers

I cannot overemphasize this tip: Find breastfeeding friendly health care providers if you want to breastfeed your baby for a year or longer. nnI had to "fire" my first Pediatrician because she was so ignorant of the importance of breastfeeding. If your Pediatrician is only giving lip service to n"breast is best", then he is going to recommend formula at every sign of difficulty, when formula is very rarely needed. What IS needed is accurate information and support. Ask around

Primary topic: Health Education

Health Education

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By Carrie LauthJun 21, 20081 topic

Too Hot To Cook

Keeping It Cool - Summertime Cooking TipsnnThe last thing we want to do in the hot summer is heat up the kitchen cooking dinner. Thankfully, there are plenty of ways to feed your family and still beat the heat. Breakfast is fairly easy since fresh fruit, yogurt, granola, cereals and smoothies are delicious in the A.M. any time of year. Dinnertime is a little more challenging. nnHere are some ideas: nnSandwich NightnEvery family should adopt a weekly sandwich night, if for no

Primary topic: Dieting and Weight Loss

Dieting and Weight Loss

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