Summary: Contrary to popular belief, exposing children to stimuli early can help to boost their development, researchers report. Source: NTNU. Many new parents still think that babies should develop at their own pace, and that they shouldn’t be challenged to do things that they’re not yet ready for. Infants should learn to roll around underContinue reading “Babies Exposed to Stimulation Get a Brain Boost”
Category Archives: pregnancy and baby care
Fetal alcohol syndrome
Exposure of fetus to alcohol Although most nutrients are affected by alcohol intake, specific nutrients noted from numerous studies are thiamin, riboflavin, vitamin B-12, vitamin E, selenium, vitamin A, vitamin C, folic acid, vitamin D, zinc, and a few trace minerals. Alcohol is metabolized within hepatocytes by 1 of the 3 following pathways: Alcohol dehydrogenaseContinue reading “Fetal alcohol syndrome”
How dangerous is it to be around a bunch of unvaccinated kids? What about while pregnant?
My answer to How dangerous is it to be around a bunch of unvaccinated kids? What about while pregnant? Answer by Connie b. Dellobuono: More dangerous to touch cat’s feces. Up your immune system with sleep, massage,sunshine,Vit C and zinc, massage,and other de-stressful ways (laughter,music) How dangerous is it to be around a bunch ofContinue reading “How dangerous is it to be around a bunch of unvaccinated kids? What about while pregnant?”
Pregnancy changes the brain for as long as two years
(iStock) For the first time, scientists have found evidence of specific and long-lasting changes in the brains of pregnant women. The changes were measured in brain areas that are responsible for social cognition and the ability to understand the thoughts and intentions of others, suggesting that they may intensify maternal bonding with a newborn. The neuroimagingContinue reading “Pregnancy changes the brain for as long as two years”
Before, during and after pregnancy diet
Many tumors in young children might be influenced by the environment in utero and months before conception. Some drugs or medications linger in a woman’s body months before conception. During the first trimester, a miscarriage is possible when the embryo or fetus is not completely formed (nervous system and major organs). A study related theContinue reading “Before, during and after pregnancy diet”
Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals Alter Thyroid Levels in Pregnancy and May Affect Fetal Brain Development
A new study led by biologist R. Thomas Zoeller of the University of Massachusetts Amherst provides “the strongest evidence to date” that endocrine disrupting chemicals such as polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) found in flame retardant cloth, paint, adhesives and electrical transformers, can interfere with thyroid hormone action in pregnant women and may travel across the placentaContinue reading “Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals Alter Thyroid Levels in Pregnancy and May Affect Fetal Brain Development”
Toxicology test for pregnant women
A toxicology screen is a test used to determine if an individual has been exposed to certain legal or illegal drugs. Toxicology screens are usually ordered to see if a patient has taken drugs that could endanger his or her health. If a patient is suspected of taking illegal drugs, a screen for specific drugsContinue reading “Toxicology test for pregnant women”
Anti-arthritis oil and balm for sale, first launch
Dear Friends, See you all Sat and Sunday afternoon at my San Jose house to launch my first product, an anti-arthritis balm/oil which can be used internally or externally. It is priced around $50 per 16 oz container. Your feedback is important to me. I will announce this at my blog today, http://www.clubalthea.com .Continue reading “Anti-arthritis oil and balm for sale, first launch”
Pain and depression, childbirth pain and mothering
Mothers like me who had a home birth and mothers who had surgical birth experienced pain in different ways. When I was teaching childbirth, I shared my stories but each mother can create their own memories during childbirth. What is important is the support system. I was blessed to be with nurse midwives. Learning moreContinue reading “Pain and depression, childbirth pain and mothering”
Fathers, to my postpartum wife
The art of fathering comes from experience and through modeling from the nurturing skills of mothers before us. When you and your partner work together from the moment of conception (i.e., attending childbirth classes together, interviewing care givers like doctors/midwives) till the baby is growing and needing both of your time, your mothering is easyContinue reading “Fathers, to my postpartum wife”
Raising Inspired Children by Dr Joe Dispenza
Raising Inspired Children by Dr Joe Dispenza
Neuroscientist Dr Joe Dispenza, and father of three, marries science with spirituality (universal intelligence) in this presentation on Raising Inspired Children. “I want my kids to understand that the way they think, and the way they feel influences every single atom in their life. I want them to know that their thoughts create their life,”Continue reading “Raising Inspired Children by Dr Joe Dispenza”
Some countries give incentives for couples to have babies
Almost half of the world faces the same demographic problem: not enough babies are being born to keep up with an aging population. As a result, countries have been trying all kinds of measures to get their citizens in the mood for procreating. Japan is spending about ¥3 billion ($29.3 million) on matchmaking events and robot babies that might inspire couples to wantContinue reading “Some countries give incentives for couples to have babies”
Calm and smart baby, healthy pregnancy from childbirth author
Do you want to have smart and healthy babies and a healthy pregnancy, labor and birthing? Come join us for a two-hour session and learn everything about childbirth, babies and mothers. Classes on childbirth, breastfeeding, baby care and more will be conducted by Connie Dello Buono, author of Birthing Ways Healing Ways in San Jose between BranhamContinue reading “Calm and smart baby, healthy pregnancy from childbirth author”