Labor Drugs Hinder Breastfeeding Efforts

Have you ever heard, "I couldn't breastfeed"? I sure have. Some women simply can't. They're a rare bunch, accounting for only a small percentage of mothers overall, approximately 3 to 6 million women worldwide. Those of us who believe in natural processes, like breastfeeding and … [Read more...]

"Restfull" Infant Formula is Full of Something

Can't get that baby to sleep through the night? Want those full 9 hours of sleep you remember? Pump your baby full of Enfamil's "Restfull" formula! It's, Specially designed to help babies feel full longer and sleep better...[It] thickens gently in baby's tummy and … [Read more...]

Parenting Magazines Often Depict Infants in Unsafe Sleeping Positions

Do you put an infant to sleep on its belly or on its back? Over time, the advice on how best to prevent SIDS with infant sleeping positions has changed, yet parenting magazines have not kept pace with the changes. Do these misleading images negatively affect parents in choosing … [Read more...]

CDC Considers "Universal Circumcision" to Fight HIV Cases

This week at the CDC’s National HIV Prevention Conference in Atlanta, the government agency will discuss whether to recommend routine circumcision for all baby boys to protect them from the disease. Research is split on whether routinely cutting boys at birth will protect them … [Read more...]

The Swine Flu Vaccine and Your Family

Like most families, you're probably being bombarded by the media regarding swine flu: precautions, symptoms, and the availability of the shot. First, you need to know this: most widely available doses of the swine flu vaccine will contain thimerosal, a mercury-laden preservative … [Read more...]