I was a single working mother. I had more than enough milk but due to lack of information I started supplementing with formula while still breastfeeding. I didn't think about it or do any research. I'm guessing that I just went along with the crowd. … [Read more...] about Dangers of Soy Infant Formula
Preventing Newborn Sleep Deprivation
As you may know sleep deprivation is a form of torture. Is there a way you can prepare for what it's going to be like to live with a newborn? You will be up many times a night to nurse and change your baby. I think I recall something like ninety … [Read more...] about Preventing Newborn Sleep Deprivation
Life Giving Virome
Working with NatureWe used to think all bacteria were “bad”. We are constantly learning more about the complexity of all life. What is a virus? All things in balance and moderation is the basic tenant of Traditional Chinese Medicine. I have been … [Read more...] about Life Giving Virome
Touch is Basic
On the rare occasions when my mother could sit and rest, she would offer to rub and arm or a leg. It was light effleurage and felt wonderful. Sometimes my sister would get in line and we would all sit on the couch with a leg or arm in hand. We called … [Read more...] about Touch is Basic
Peaceful Loving Parenting
BEGINS BEFORE BIRTH -- I once participated in an information night for the Swedish Covenant Midwives, at Bloom Yoga. There was a wonderful group of parents interested in learning about natural, or undisturbed, childbirth. When parents introduced … [Read more...] about Peaceful Loving Parenting