Secrets to Working and Pumping
March 6, 2009 by Tricia · Leave a Comment
by Patty Hone
When I had my first son I hadn’t planned to go back to work. I suddenly had to return to the workforce when he was three months old. I was completely unprepared and my son went from an exclusively breastfeeding baby to a mostly formula baby within a short period of time. I learned a lot from my experience with him and was much more prepared when I had my daughter. I was able to exclusively breastfeed her and work full time. Because of what I went through, the emotions of trying to pump enough milk for the next day, I wanted to gather up all my tips and write them down for others to use.
I hope that you find these tips helpful.
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Is a Vegetarian Diet for Kids Healthy and Safe?
January 18, 2009 by Tricia · Leave a Comment
If you’re considering raising your child on a vegetarian diet, you’re no doubt aware of strong debate questioning the safety and healthfulness of vegetarian diets. While studies have concluded that vegetarians are least likely to develop diseases as opposed to their counterparts, there is some concern as to whether or not children will receive the appropriate nutrients they need on a daily basis or proper growth and development. The evidence seems to point to raising children vegetarian being a good choice for them.
Some health care providers have observed that the consumption of protein and iron can be adequate when consumed via whole grains, dried fruit and nuts and nut butters. Vegetarians show lower rates of cardiovascular disease, obesity and specific types of cancers in most studies.
