Nutrition – Baby Care Journals https://babycarejournals.com Nurture. Love. Protect. Wed, 01 Apr 2015 14:26:03 +0000 en-US hourly 1 Nursing Moms, the Let-Down Reflex and Milk Supply https://babycarejournals.com/let-reflex-milk-supply/ Thu, 11 Dec 2014 23:11:02 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=1723 New moms may have the best intentions in wanting to breastfeed their newborns; but sometimes, nursing the baby doesn’t happen so effortlessly. This can lead both mom and infant to feel discouraged and want to give up trying. But don’t give up! Your breast milk carries in it a large assortment of vital, life-sustaining nutrients, […]

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]]> More Parents Are Refusing Vitamin K Shots for Their Newborns Amid Fears of Reactions https://babycarejournals.com/parents-refusing-vitamin-k-shots-newborns-amid-fears-reactions/ Fri, 31 Oct 2014 22:14:56 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=1676 A recent study from the University of Calgary has found that increasing numbers of parents are refusing to consent to their newborns receiving a shot of vitamin K at birth, due to fears about possible reactions to the high single dose of the vitamin, as well as the other ingredients that come with it. Vitamin […]

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]]> Is It Safe for My Baby to Eat Garlic? https://babycarejournals.com/safe-baby-eat-garlic/ Fri, 30 May 2014 18:24:09 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=1576 Perhaps you’re a parent who’s hip to the many health-promoting benefits of eating whole natural foods and nutritious home-cooked meals. And maybe you know what a marvelously healthy and nutrient-packed food garlic is. So, you’re anxious to introduce garlic to your baby. But how long should you wait? The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends […]

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]]> Is It Okay to Give a Baby Under One Year Old Cow’s Milk? https://babycarejournals.com/okay-give-baby-one-year-old-cows-milk/ Wed, 19 Feb 2014 23:13:10 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=1501 Cow’s milk is the single most complete food on Earth — no other food has as many nutrients. So, it is understandable if a mother might be eager to start her baby on cow’s milk as soon as possible. However, doctors advise against giving cow’s milk to an infant before he or she has turned […]

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]]> Is Baby Eating Enough? https://babycarejournals.com/is-baby-eating-enough/ Mon, 23 Dec 2013 18:55:16 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=1452 How to Know if Your Newborn Is Eating Enough As a new mom, it’s very natural to worry about all aspects of your newborn’s health, and feedings are no exception. How can you tell if your baby is getting enough milk? There are a number of clues that can answer this question, beginning with the […]

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]]> Many Babies Are Fed Solid Foods Too Soon, CDC Study Finds https://babycarejournals.com/many-babies-are-fed-solid-foods-too-soon-cdc-study-finds/ Fri, 12 Apr 2013 18:30:21 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=1208 A study published in late March, 2013 in the American Academy of Pediatrics journal Pediatrics found that a majority of babies in the United States may be getting introduced to solid foods much too early, often leading to a variety of chronic illnesses. Researchers at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention surveyed 1,334 new […]

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]]> Preparing to Wean Your Baby https://babycarejournals.com/baby-solids/ Wed, 18 Jul 2012 22:30:09 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=980 You may have decided that it is now time to begin feeding your baby solids. If so, here is some handy advice about preparing foods and feeding your little one. You want to preserve as many of the vitamins in your baby’s food as you can so prepare her food just before she eats it. […]

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]]> How Can I Encourage My Infant To Develop Healthy Eating Habits? https://babycarejournals.com/healthy-eating/ Thu, 19 Apr 2012 05:17:28 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=893 When your baby is six months old and you first introduce her to solid food do not try and overload her spoon. Trying to give her too much food could put her off trying other food types. Variety of foods is important so make sure you are feeding her the four main food groups which […]

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]]> Establishing Good Eating Habits in the First Year of Baby’s Life https://babycarejournals.com/feed-baby/ Wed, 11 Apr 2012 04:24:55 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=880 There is no question that kids enjoy sweets, and if left to their own devices, many would indulge in junk food far more often than they should. But it would be a mistake to assume that children naturally prefer unhealthy food over healthy food. If good habits are instilled early, kids can actually grow up […]

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]]> Do I Have Infectious or Non-Infectious Mastitis? https://babycarejournals.com/mastitis/ Fri, 09 Mar 2012 17:09:52 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=826 If your breast tissue is red, swollen and painful it could be Mastitis. It most commonly occurs in breastfeeding women and is also known as puerperal mastitis or lactation mastitis. You can have the condition and not be breastfeeding but it is rarer and mastitis typically affects just one breast. If you are suffering from […]

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]]> What to Do When Your Baby Rejects the Bottle https://babycarejournals.com/feeding-baby/ Tue, 28 Feb 2012 19:37:07 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=808 After several months of breastfeeding, many babies are understandably reluctant to change. Breastfeeding is warm and comforting, it brings mother and baby close together, and it comes easily and naturally. So when it comes time to introduce the bottle and your baby does not take to it right away, do not be frustrated. The plastic […]

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]]> The Bare Necessities for Newborns & Parents https://babycarejournals.com/checklist-for-baby/ Tue, 14 Feb 2012 19:46:58 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=793 Preparing for your newborn baby arriving can be overwhelming so here is a guide to getting the essential gear required for those first few weeks. The list can seem endless once you think about what you might need; pushchairs, cots, nappies, blankets. Here I will try and cut through the confusion and give you a […]

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]]> The Perils of Meconium https://babycarejournals.com/meconium/ Thu, 09 Feb 2012 19:17:00 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=787 Meconium is your baby’s first poo! It has the consistency of treacle, it is odourless and unlike later offerings it is sterile. It is very dark and almost impossible to wipe clean. Meconium consists of water, mucus, amniotic fluid, lanugo which is downy baby hair and also intestinal epithelial cells. For most babies it is […]

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]]> Have You Heard of Nipple Confusion?! https://babycarejournals.com/how-to-breastfeeding/ Fri, 27 Jan 2012 18:59:22 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=772 Nipple confusion, hmm . . . this term can be somewhat misleading. It does not mean that your baby is perplexed as to what your nipple is for. It is a term to explain when babies are hesitant to feed from the breast and seems to prefer or find it easier to bottle feed milk […]

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]]> Advice for Successful Breastfeeding https://babycarejournals.com/breast-feeding/ Mon, 09 Jan 2012 16:29:15 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=734 Once you have established breastfeeding there is no other easier or better way of feeding your baby. During breastfeeding an intense bonding and closeness is felt which enhances your baby’s feelings of security. Getting started can be an anxious time for new mothers but as you see your baby thrive you will relax and enjoy […]

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]]> 4 Common Nursing Problems, Plus Solutions https://babycarejournals.com/4-common-nursing-problems-plus-solutions/ Thu, 22 Sep 2011 20:55:19 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=649 By Eirian Hallinan Nursing a newborn is not as simple as it may seem. Veteran moms are usually able to make it look easy by the time they get to their third or fourth child, but for new mothers, the simple fact is that breastfeeding can be challenging in numerous ways. Remember, it is not […]

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]]> What Is Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder? https://babycarejournals.com/what-is-fetal-alcohol-spectrum-disorder/ Wed, 01 Jun 2011 21:02:11 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=543 Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder is an umbrella term which describes the various birth defects which can occur in people whose mothers drink alcohol during their pregnancy. The four areas of criteria for full diagnosis are growth deficiency, central nervous system damage, prenatal alcohol exposure and facial features. There are lots of children who are affected […]

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]]> Important ‘Tummy Time’ With Your Baby https://babycarejournals.com/important-%e2%80%98tummy-time%e2%80%99-with-your-baby/ Fri, 27 May 2011 15:42:02 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=539 Parents are now very aware of the importance of laying their babies on their backs to sleep as lying them on their tummies can increase the risk of SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome). In fact, cot deaths have decreased by 40% since the recommendation was put into effect in 1994. But it is also important […]

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]]> Some Bottle Feeding Facts https://babycarejournals.com/some-bottle-feeding-facts/ Tue, 26 Apr 2011 21:51:36 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=472 At some point most mothers bottle feeding their babies will experience some kind of problem. Most are easy to resolve but any major concerns should be addressed to your doctor. A common problem is not enough air entering the bottle after the baby has sucked out some of the milk. It causes a problem because […]

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]]> Healthy Parenting: Nutrition and Exercise During Pregnancy https://babycarejournals.com/healthy-parenting-nutrition-and-exercise-during-pregnancy/ Wed, 23 Mar 2011 20:27:13 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=432 Most adults can get away with not eating as well as they should or not exercising the optimal amount. But when it comes to pregnancy, all the things that you have heard about the importance of good health become much more urgent. As the cliché goes, you are eating for two now, and everything you […]

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]]> Starting Solid Foods: When and How https://babycarejournals.com/starting-solid-foods/ Fri, 07 Jan 2011 00:42:49 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=341 By Lisa Pecos For several months following birth, breast milk (or formula) is the only food that your child needs. It is only a matter of time, however, before your child begins to develop cravings for solid food. As muscle coordination develops and the baby’s nutritional needs begin to change, the transition from an all-liquid […]

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]]> Are Prenatal Vitamins Important for your Baby? https://babycarejournals.com/are-prenatal-vitamins-important-for-your-baby/ https://babycarejournals.com/are-prenatal-vitamins-important-for-your-baby/#comments Fri, 09 Apr 2010 23:49:01 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=188 By Andrew V.V. One of the best things pregnant women can do is eat a healthy, well-balanced diet every day. The discouraging news, however, is that even when women make sure that they eat the most nutritious foods each day, it is still very likely that they are not getting all of the nutrients they […]

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