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Carrie Lauth's Articles in Parenting

  • Three Little-Known Realities About Breastfeeding
    Reality Check #1: The First Weeks of Breastfeeding May Hurt

    “I tried to breastfeed but my nipples got so sore and cracked that I had to stop.”

    I’ve heard so many mamas say something along these lines as the reason they quit breastfeeding. They see these images of happily nursing women, figure breastfeeding is supposed to be a 100 percent positive experience, and then are disappointed when it’s not only unpleasant in the early days—it’s downright painful. Moms probably wonder what they’re doing wrong and some may even think they can’t breastfeed. So they switch to formula.
  • Four Ways to Ensure Breastfeeding Success
    Step One: Prepare Yourself Before the Birth

    While there’s nothing you can do to physically prepare yourself for breastfeeding (harshly rub those nipples all you want—it won’t help!), you’ll want to learn all you can about nursing before you try it. You don’t have to become an expert, but it will help to know a few things.
  • Three Pieces of Breastfeeding Advice to Ignore
    “Don’t nurse your baby all the time or she’ll become too dependent. You must wait and feed your baby every few hours.”

    This is possibly the most damaging piece of breastfeeding advice you’ll ever hear. Not only can following this advice lead to clogged milk ducts and breast infection, it can sabotage your entire breastfeeding relationship.
  • Why Breastfeeding Is Hard
    For some mothers, even the ones determined to breastfeed their babies, breastfeeding is hard. They speak of the sacrifice, the pain, and how it was all “worth it” in the end - implying that major sacrifice is part and parcel of the experience.
  • Nursing Baby to Sleep- Good Idea or A Bad One?
    We all know babies who seemingly won't fall asleep unless they are nursing. At least, nursing is what they prefer. Nursing baby to sleep does work, but is it really in baby's (and the parent's) best interest?
  • Treating Diaper Rash Naturally
    Instead, the rash should be taken care of in a natural manner that is safe for baby and gentle on his skin.
  • Breastfeeding in Public - Tips for New Moms
    When you are in a public place, you might be uncomfortable about nursing your baby. Perhaps you're concerned about the people around you. Here are some tricks that will help you feel more comfortable about breastfeeding in public.
  • Homeopathics and Muscle Testing for Babies
    As moms we are always looking for safe, drug free ways to keep our babies comfortable when they are sick. For our family, homeopathic remedies have been an effective answer. When I first started studying single homeopathic remedies, I was amazed at how many factors are taken into consideration when deciding which remedy to choose. Although babies communicate in their own way it is really difficult to know exactly what they are feeling
  • Why Choose Natural Products for Your Baby and Toddler?
    There is nothing in the world you would not do for your new baby, you want to offer them the best you have to give. After breastfeeding, using only natural, non-toxic products around and on your baby is one of the first steps in protecting them.
  • Movement Essential For Your Baby's Optimal Health
    Children of all ages need to move, movement is especially important in the early stages of development. Starting in utero, the movements of the baby are not just random movements but serve a purpose. They are called infant reflexes and may be described as written codes in all humans.
  • Unschooling - Brilliant Educational Philosophy or Lazy Parenting?
    At the same time, I worried that by unschooling I was being a lazy parent. Is that true? First, I'll define what unschooling is.
  • Tips For Preparing Your Only Child to Become a Sibling
    Having your second child is an exciting time, however it can also be stressful for your first child, who suddenly goes from being your one and only child, to a big brother or sister. Whether your only child is 2 or 10 there will be an adjustment period for him or her. Fortunately, there are some things that you can do as parents to help prepare them for their new role. Here are just a few ideas:
  • Limiting Screen Time For Kids – Why?
    Have you ever read the statistics on how much time modern children spend in front of the television and other screens? The figures are a little disconcerting for most parents. Are you concerned about your kids watching too much?

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