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You will feel supported here with your parenting choices, get advice, read articles, and expand your knowledge!
You Will Also Find A Lot Of Great Links, Support Groups, Communites, Baby Products, And Other Great Squidoo Sites!
- Articles For Parents
- Natural & Organic Baby Products
- Breastfeeding VS. Bottlefeeding
- Breastfeeding Books
- Attachment Parenting
- Why Cloth Diapers
- Cloth Diapering Questions
- Vaccination Resources
- What Are Your Views?
- Top Ways To Calm A Fussy Baby
- Great Videos For New Parents
- Pain Free Natural Child Birth
- Great Communities To Be Apart Of
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- Featured Blog Of The Month
- More Resources
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Everything You Need To Know
About Raising Your Child Naturally!
Below you will find a variety of great articles for natural parents. All these articles are not only factual information but also inspired from my personal experience. I truly hope they help you in great ways. Whether you are new at the natural way of parenting or just need some questions answered on a certain topic, these are a great resource.
- Child Birth Pain Free and Easy - Top 10 Ways to Achieve This
- This Is A Must Read Article For All Pregnant Woman And Their Partners!
Enjoy The Birth Of Your Baby, The Way It Was Meant To Be
This Can Be A Life Changing, Empowering Experience!
Brought To You By Ezine Expert Author, Me... Christina Havens :) - Natural Child Birth - Hospital, Birthing Center Or Home Birth Pros and Cons
- This Article Will Assist You In Deciding The Best Place To Give Birth When Planning For A Natural Birth.
Deciding where you want to give birth can be a little overwhelming. The important thing is to find what you feel is right for you. The best way to go about making this big decision is the good old pros and cons list.
Its simply, easy and clear!
It Will Clear Up Any Questions Or Concerns You May Have.
Brought To You By Ezine Expert Author, Me... Christina Havens :) - Colic Remedies - 10 Easy Solutions
- Colic Baby On Your Hands?
Well, Relief IS Possible!
Colic is believed to affect 1 in 3 babies. Colic sometimes looks like there is abdominal pain and is frequently accompanied by gas. It can be very frustrating when your baby has gas or suffers from Colic. Here you will find some 10 easy solutions that can help relieve you and your baby!
Brought To You By Ezine Expert Author, Me... Christina Havens :)
Baby Products You Can Trust!
Natural and Pure. Every Baby Deserves This.
Natural & Organic Baby Products Pure Baby Living By Natural Mommy's is a place to find products for Natural Birthing, Natural Parenting, and common childhood problems. We offer Pure, High Grade Herbal and Homeopathic Remedies for conception support, Prenatal, Postnatal, and childhood remedies from newborns to teens! Also featuring natural skin care solutions, great for parents that want skin care for there children that is free of chemical and gentle for skin conditions. Since we also support attachment parenting we are so happy to offer organic baby slings that are very stylish.
www.purebabyliving.com
Shop For Baby....Naturally
- Pure Baby Living
- Check out the best in natural baby stores!
Herbal and Homeopathic remedies for everything from A-Z when it comes to prenatal, postnatal, Child Birth and Child Health!
A Complete Line of Natural Baby Skin Care!
Baby Slings & Organic Bedding too!
Here's my favorite link:
The Dangers Of Chemicals In Baby Products
Is Your Baby At Risk?
- More Info On Chemicals In Baby Shampoo
- Learn more about chemicals in baby shampoo:
What they are called
Why these are potentially harmful
What to look for in "Natural" shampoo
Learn about the Benefits - Click To Watch Video
- Baby care products may raise infant phthalate levels!
Baby care products are possible sources of infant phthalate exposure, according to a study in the February issue of the journal Pediatrics.
The Bond Between Mom & Baby
breastfeeding Trey
On the Nursing Cushi...
Nursing I
Nursing II
Nursing III
Breastfeeding VS. Bottlefeeding
Get the answers to your questions & concerns
- Breast Feeding Questions Answered
- Below Are Some Of The Topics You Will Find At This Link:
WHY BREAST IS BEST
RIGHTSTART TECHNIQUES
COMMON PROBLEMS
FAQ's ABOUT MILK SUPPLY AND BREASTFEEDING CHALLENGES
PRODUCTS FOR MAKING BREASTFEEDING EASIER
BREASTFEEDING WHILE WORKING
TAKING MEDICATION WHILE BREASTFEEDING
BREASTFEEDING IN SPECIAL SITUATIONS
STERILIZING - Bottle Feeding
- Below Are Some Of The Topics You Will Find At This Link:
A WORD ABOUT BOTTLE-FEEDING
Bottle-feeding Index
HOW FORMULAS ARE MADE
COMPARISON OF FORMULAS AND BREASTMILK
COMPARISON OF BREASTMILK AND FORMULA
CHOOSING FORMULA
STANDARD FORMULAS
COMPARING FORMULA CONTENTS
FOLLOW-UP FORMULAS
SOY FORMULAS
SPECIAL FORMULAS FOR SPECIAL PROBLEMS
HYPOALLERGENIC FORMULAS
HOW MUCH FORMULA DO I FEED MY BABY, AND HOW OFTEN?
SAFE FORMULA FEEDING TIPS
BOTTLEFEEDING TIPS
CHOOSING NIPPLES
SWITCHING TO MILK
NUTRITIP
Breast Feeding Books
Whether you are into attachment parenting or you want to learn more here are some great links that can either support you in attachment parenting and answer any questions you may have.
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WHAT ATTACHMENT PARENTING IS
THE 7 BABY B'S
- The 7 B's In Attachment Parenting
- "Attachment parenting is a style of caring for your infant that brings out the best in the baby and the best in the parents" says Dr. Sears. Find out what attachment parenting really is in this article written by the wonderful Dr. Sears.
Why Cloth Diapers?
Why choose cloth diapers? There are so many reasons.
- Cloth Diapering Info
- Some Of The Topics Covered At This Link:
Health
Environment
Dryness and Rash
Cost
Cloth Diapering Questions?
It is our responsibility as parents to educate ourselves! Here you will find many articles, videos, and products to help enlighten you on this subject. As Parents it is our responsibility to educate ourselves, find what resonates with you the most and make an informed decision. Your child's health decisions should be made by you and not in the hands of others.
- Why You Should Avoid Taking Vaccines
- Dr. James R. Shannon, former director of the National institute of health declared, "the only safe vaccine is one that is never used."....
- Mercury In Vaccines Causes Brain Cell Damage
- The following video from the University of Calgary highlights how mercury causes brain neuron degeneration:
- Mercury is good for you! - US Mainstream Media Report
- Amazingly, despite all of the facts, sickening reports such as this one continue to make out that injecting the second most poisonous substance in the world into babies is actually GOOD for their health!!
- Parents Kept In The Dark About Vaccine Waiver
- Religious and personal objection forms not included in information pack, police followed advocacy reporters to bathroom, kids herded in line to take shots with no regard to medical or vaccine history....
- Vaccines:The DEADLY Cure!
- Awareness to the dangerous side-effects and deadly consequences of vaccines is growing exponentially. This research archive is a compilation of information concerning mercury in vaccines, their link to autism, other vaccine controversies, and the nationwide hoax that vaccines are mandatory...
Vaccinations Products
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Vaccines don't raise the risk of type 1 diabetes. (Case-Control Study of CDC Data).: An article from: Pediatric News by Sally Koch Kubetin
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IOM on smallpox: don't vaccinate general public: launch pilot program instead: vaccination could drain resources from other important public health activities.(Institute ... An article from: Skin & Allergy News by Mary Ellen Schneider
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What Are Your Views?
Pregnancy Related Links
- VBAC & Choice
- Good article on VBAC and C-section.
Top Ways To Comfort A Fussy Baby
How Do YOU Do It?
We know are babies can be fussy from time to time and some more than others. Lets vote for the top ways to soothe a fussy baby!!
My Favorite for young ones...SWADDLE!
Rap them up tight and swaddle them!!1 point
Pain Free Natural Child Birth
Great Communities To Be A Part Of
Get Support, Give Support, Meet Friends, Network
- Birth Year Network
- The BYN Extended Support Group gives women and their partners the opportunity to discuss their concerns about conception, pregnancy, postpartum and parenting with other BYN guests and receive non-medical advice, BYN and non-BYN resources from BYN members. Take what works and leave what doesn't. BYN's mission is to provide women and families with the information they need to feel empowered about their birth year.
- Mommy Community
- Mommy Community - Our mission is to connect mommies from all walks of life - Sahms, Wahms, Single Moms, Adaptive Moms, Divorced Moms, Grandmom, Moms-to-be's, Mom-wanna-be's and all other moms. This is a place where moms can realize the joy of networking and experience sisterhood thru chats, sharing of stories, tips, ideas, advice, goals, opportunities and inspiration.
Our RULES: Please follow the days assigned for posting your messages: - Holistic Parenting
- Holistic Parenting is families interested in a holistic lifestyle or learning more about it. Our group discusses such issues and topics as whole food nutrition, breastfeeding, pregnancy, natural childbirth, doulas, midwives, homebirthing, birthing centers, not vaccinating, attachment parenting, babywearing, cloth diapering, elimination communication, co-sleeping, gentle discipling, child development, homeschooling, child and family fitness, health and wellness care, chiropractic, emotional health, homeopathy, child friendly and safe products, earth friendly living, and other various relating topics. If this sounds like the way you live and parent or would like to know more about a holistic lifestyle join us for community, support, and resources.
- Mom Pack
- We are a group of moms in business who work together to build our businesses. We invite you to join us in our mission:
To Support Our Mutual Goals of Success through an Innovative Free Advertising Partnership. - eAlert: Pandemic… Be ProActive and Take Some Steps to Feel Less Helpless
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- Belly Hood
- This is a great community for expectant moms and moms of all kinds! This site is still new and doesnt have as many members as myspace but that is why I like it. You will feel very at home here, check it out and add me as a friend!
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- Add Me as a friend on Myspace...A place for friends!
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- Twitter With Me!
- Follow me on twitter or start your own account.
It is a great way to promote your business or to find and follow people of interest to you!
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Postnatal Sleep Deprivation And The Work At Home Mom
10 ways to deal, naturally
As parents of healthy babies, the single most hardest thing in my opinion is lack of sleep. If you have more than one child things quickly go back to their routines after your new baby is born. During the day we manage our jobs or business' we run from our home. While this is a blessing in itself to be able to stay home with our baby it can be a task that is not handled easily by many. Working from home can be an added stress to your already tired body and brain.
The side effects of sleep deprivation can be serious. Postnatal sleep deprivation can make postnatal depression worse, impair your thinking, make you irritable, and slow your reaction time. The National Commission on Sleep Disorders Research found that infant abuse may be more likely for sleep-deprived parents, who may feel they are at their wits' end and shake or hit a crying infant. Postnatal sleep deprivation can be managed and believe it or not can get easier.
Below you will find 10 ways to deal, naturally!
- Co-Sleep & Breastfeed:
Another great reason to breastfeed your little angel! Although in most cases breastfed babies tend to eat more frequently, when breastfeeding you will not have to get up out of bed, make a bottle, warm it, and burp your baby several times. Not to mention you will not have to wash bottles, nipples and sterilize during the day so some of those extra chores are gone. You can actually fall back asleep while baby eats and you don't have to worry about burping her. According to breastfeeding.com every scientific study of infant sleep confirms that babies benefits from co-sleeping. Not one shred of evidence exists to support the widely held notion that co-sleep is detrimental to the psychological or physical health of infants. In his book on Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, pediatrician William Sears cites co-sleeping as a proactive measure parents can take to reduce the risk of this tragedy. McKenna's research shows that babies who sleep with parents spend less time in Level III sleep, a state of deep sleep when the risk of apneas are increased. Further, co-sleeping babies learn to imitate healthy breathing patterns from their bunkmates. Just knowing this is relieving, do not you feel a good night sleep coming on already?
- Ask For Help:
Being alert and well rested is not only important for you but for your baby as well. Look to your family and friends for help a few hours a day so that you can take a nap. Everyone loves a new baby and would be willing to let you get a little shut eye.
- Switch Off:
Take turns with your partner with night time feedings. If you are breastfeeding have your partner do the burping and diaper changing. If your baby begins to use a bottle at some point let your partner take over.
- Take Naps:
When EVER possible take a nap even if its just for a few minutes. Do not clean your house, make phone calls or take care of other chores while your baby is napping. Your baby's nap time is your nap time! Take advantage of nap time, everything else can wait your rest is the most important thing!
- Meditate:
This can be very soothing and revitalizing even if its for five minutes. Meditation is an extremely powerful way to relax during the day when a nap is not possible. When you meditate your conscious mind slows or stops and you can get in touch with emotions that you have been suppressing during the day when your distracted by daily chores. Meditation for just five minutes can feel like a power nap.
- Exercise:
Working out can most certainly help you sleep better at night and give you lots more energy during the day. Who doesn't want to work off the baby fat anyway? The key is to work out in the morning so you set the tone for the day, feeling good about yourself , feeling energized, and productive. Never work out less than three hours to bedtime, you will find it is hard to fall asleep. A lot of new moms feel they do not have the time to work out but there is a really great solution to that, mommy and me yoga and other mommy and me workouts! This is also very beneficial to your baby as well and it is also a wonderful bonding time for you and your baby.
- Schedule Your Work:
Being a parent is a 24 hour job that never ends, no days off, no vacation time, no lunch breaks, and no sick days. Working at home can sometimes be feel this way as well if you do not manage your time properly, especially those starting up a new business. With that being said, it is extremely important to schedule your work time just like if you had a job out side of home. This means set a start time, lunch, and end time. Schedule your tasks and chores as well, assign days for certain things and mark it on you calender or day timer. Now we both know with kids things do not go according to schedule but at least you have a guideline or a direction. Doing this will make you feel more secure on an emotional level and you are less likely to have that overwhelmed out of control feeling. Our children are like our mirrors to us, if your in a bad mood more than likely they will be as well. If your feeling out of control they will sense this and take this on as well, all the more reason to take these healthy steps that our being recommended to you.
- Breastfeed:
Another great reason to breastfeed you little angel! Although in most cases breastfed babies tend to wake up a little more frequently by breastfeeding you will not have to get up out of bed, make a bottle, ,warm it, and burp your baby several times. Not to mention you will not have to wash bottles, nipples and sterilize during the day so some of those extra chores are gone. You can actually fall back asleep while baby eats and you do not have to worry about burping her
- Nutrition:
When you are sleep deprived not only does your ability to think and handle stress, become compromised, it also has a direct affect on your immune system. This is a very important time to make sure you are getting the proper nutrition. Most anything that comes out of a box, can, or jar is processed and also contains preservatives. Eat a diet that includes raw fruits and veggies and lots of greens as these are on the alkaline side which is necessary to have a healthy immune system as no virus or disease can survive in an alkaline body.
- Use Supplements:
When I say supplements I do not mean only nutritional supplements. Turn on a relaxation CD it could help you fall asleep faster and sleep more soundly. You and your baby will benefit from infant massage so get some massage oils that contain essential oils. Drink a cup of chamomile tea and fill that baby's bottle as well, it has very calming and soothing affect and is also great for digestive upsets. Taking a green supplement that you drink is also great for energy and your immune system!
~Namaste~
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Christina Havens is the Founder of A Conscious Choice and is a Birth Creation Coach & Transformational Life Coach. She enjoyed the birth of her two children naturally and painlessly she was so inspired by this that she now professionally works with woman who wish to achieve the pregnancy & birth THEY truly desire.
Christina Havens has a love & Passion for Homeopathic & Herbal treatments, Natural Living, Natural & Attachment Parenting, Transformation and the Ascension Process. Her spiritual path is number one in her life and she has a zest for learning and being an entrepreneur.
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