Avoid Bisphenol A for Your Baby’s Health

BPA, otherwise known as Bisphenol A, is an additive used in some plastics and food cans. It should definitely be avoided by all pregnant and nursing moms, and all children, and here’s why:

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Magnesium and Pregnancy

Magnesium is essential in over 300 metabolic processes in the body, and unfortunately many pregnant women do not get enough of this essential nutrient. One of magnesium’s most important jobs is to relax muscles.  Naturally, this means magnesium is important for the prevention of tense muscles, charlie horses, and post-workout strain. Less obvious, however, is [...]

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How to Add More Fruit to Your Pregnancy Diet

Fruit is loaded with antioxidants, vitamins, and fiber. It is a wonderful food group for pregnant mom and baby, because it keeps the vascular system of both mom and baby healthy and developing optimally. The antioxidants help keep everything running smoothly and help prevent preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, and hypertension.

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How to Promote Successful Breastfeeding

Most people know that breastfeeding is the healthiest choice for feeding a new baby. Unfortunately, however, breastfeeding can be difficult to initiate and maintain. The process doesn’t always seem to be as intuitive and natural as one might expect! There are a few reasons breastfeeding has become so difficult these days. Hectic schedules, stress, and [...]

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Supporting Baby’s Brain Development

You may listen to the teleseminar by clicking on the link below, or you can download and listen later by right-clicking and selecting “save target as” in the window that appears. MP3 (33 minutes) This teleseminar focuses on what you can do to help ensure optimal brain development in your baby, especially during the third [...]

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Preeclampsia Teleseminar

You may listen to the teleseminar by clicking on the link below, or you can download and listen later by right-clicking and selecting “save target as” in the window that appears. MP3 (24 minutes) ; PDF (3 pages) This teleseminar explains easy steps you can take to decrease your chances of developing the serious condition [...]

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