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Tropical Delight

Tropical Delight

Revitalizing and extremely refreshing to the postpartum mama, this tropical smoothie from The Homesteader’s Kitchen is loaded with goodies like Vitamin C and fiber! “Mom” used fresh orange juice in place of the pineapple juice called for in this recipe, and it tasted delicious! Tropical Delight By Robin Burnside Ingredients 1 whole fresh young coconut, [...]

The Butterfly Wrap™

The Butterfly Wrap™

Stylish, comfortable, chic – The Butterfly Wrap™ will take you from pregnancy and beyond. This gorgeous and functional wrap literally transforms itself magically from a flattering shawl to a discreet nursing cover and can even be worn as a flowing skirt! Made from silky-soft organic cotton and soy, this conforms to the body in all [...]

The ABC’s of Breastfeeding

The ABC’s of Breastfeeding

In honor of World Breastfeeding Week, Stacey H. Rubin, M.N., APRN, IBCLC, author of The ABC’s of Breastfeeding, offers her suggestions as to how a partner can support a new mom’s breastfeeding relationship. Here are her top tips: 1. Become aware of the benefits that breast milk provides to your baby. Breastfed babies are healthier [...]

The Healing Trail Mix For Women

The Healing Trail Mix For Women

Healing demands specific nutrients like these for cellular rebuilding, balanced body chemistry and optimum organ function. Overall, this recipe is a great balance of protein, carbohydrates, healthy fats and fiber. In addition, it has a low glycemic index, thus it is very helpful for minimizing food cravings. This super simple recipe from Dr. Tom Potisk, [...]

NUK Reusable Nursing Pads

NUK Reusable Nursing Pads

Ask any new mom about which items she wished that she had purchased prior to baby being born, and nursing pads will definitely be high up on the list! When your milk comes in for the first time, it is best to be prepared in advance by having nursing pads on hand to catch the [...]

Why Breastfeeding is Important

Why Breastfeeding is Important

The following article was authored by Dr. Rosemary Shy, a pediatrician at Children’s Hospital of Michigan. Dr. Shy is also a fellow of the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine, the breastfeeding coordinator for the Michigan chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics and the co-chair for the Michigan Breastfeeding Network, the state coalition for breastfeeding. A [...]

Avocado Carrot Soup

Avocado Carrot Soup

From mom Elizabeth Fournier comes this lovely soup that will help replenish and nourish the new mommy in the weeks after giving birth. Light and refreshing – it is especially wonderful in the heat of summer! Avocado Carrot Soup By Elizabeth Fournier Ingredients 3 cups fresh carrot juice 1 large avocado handful of alfalfa sprouts [...]

NUK® Animal Face Pacifiers

NUK® Animal Face Pacifiers

Animal Face Pacifiers from NUK® are just too, too cute! These orthodontic pacifiers are not only soothing to baby, but they have been created specifically to conform to baby’s mouth just like the breast during feeding! For moms who are breastfeeding, this means that they can successfully feed their baby and still give their child [...]

Helpful Tips for the New Mother Whose Infant Is in the NICU

Helpful Tips for the New Mother Whose Infant Is in the NICU

It can be a challenging time in many ways to have your baby placed in the NICU. It isn’t the new beginning that a new mother had hoped for when she pictures her precious cherub entering the world! Dr. Alan Greene, a practicing pediatrician and the author of Feeding Baby Green offers some helpful suggestions [...]

Quinoa Salad

Quinoa Salad

Quinoa (pronounced Keen-wah) is an ancient grain that has grown in South American for over 5000 years. The Incas actually considered it sacred and called it the “mother grain.” Although it is considered a grain, it is actually a “seed” that comes in a variety of colors, the most popular being white and red. Quinoa [...]

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