Of course we know that childhood obesity is a problem. And children who are obese often have higher blood pressure. But a new study shows a link between the amount of screen time a kid has and high blood pressure, no matter what size the child is. We’ve known from previous … [Read more...]
"Drunk Breastfeeder" Gets 6 Months in Jail
Stacey Avarinia, best know for being the woman behind the "drunk breastfeeding" case, was sentenced today in Grand Forks, North Dakota. The judge gave her 18 months in jail but suspended all but 6 months of the sentence. Judge Sonja Clapp said she could reduce her sentence by … [Read more...]
Massachusetts Issues BPA Warning to Parents
After a year-long review of studies regarding bisphenol-A, Massachusetts warned parents to avoid storing breastmilk or formula in containers that contain the endocrine disruptor. Officials also urged pregnant and breastfeeding women to also avoid food contact materials made with … [Read more...]
Zambian Journalist On Trial for "Obscene" Childbirth Photos
[social_buttons] In Zambia, the health workers are on strike. That's not good for the people. In response, journalist Chansa Kabwela sent two pictures of a woman giving breech birth to women's rights groups, Zambia's vice president, and health groups. They were graphic, so much … [Read more...]
Nude Angelina Jolie Statue Unveiled to Promote Breastfeeding
When I think of Angelina Jolie naked, I think, "Breastfeeding." You too? No? Just minutes away from Brad Pitt's birthplace, Phantom-Financial has posted a life-sized park bench statue. It's apparently inspired by last year's cover of W magazine, and the statue is just in time … [Read more...]
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