All About Beets
When my son Ethan was beginning his journey of puréed baby food, I made a point of preparing fruits and vegetables that I didn’t like, so that my tastes wouldn't limit his. Beets were one of those vegetables. Something about the vibrant pinkish-purple color scared me off. Turned out my kids love beets. » Read more
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Tissue Paper Art
This is a great craft project to do after a birthday party or whenever a few gifts have been unwrapped. Why not take all the leftover tissue paper lying around and do something fun with it like make some art to hang on the wall? This project is super easy and as beautiful as your imagination!
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Soothing Beyond the S’s
As a postpartum doula and new-parent educator, one of my most valued resources is the beloved Dr. Karp and his 5 S’s for soothing newborns. (If you’re unfamiliar with Dr. Karp’s five S words that help soothe a crying baby, they are swinging, shushing, sucking, swaddling, and side lying. You can find more detail at www.thehappiestbaby.com). Having worked with several hundred babies, I have a few additional soothing tips that extend the concept. » Read more
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The New Diaper Bag
Browsing about the local shops & sites for diaper bags, I noticed that a new theme is emerging: Diaper bags are no longer simply utility items, but essential elements of style for the hip Portland Mama. While handbags and messenger bags can still fit the bill (esp for Dads still clinging to their cool), these nifty finds will add a dash of fun to the on-the-go Mama’s routines, and perhaps make life a bit easier to boot!
Posh Baby Day Bag » Read more
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Adopt a Waiting Foster Child
Most foster children will return home to birth relatives; others are not as fortunate. Having lived in multiple foster placements since age two, Austin, a Wendy’s Wonderful Kid, has waited far too long to be adopted.
“I want a family who will let me get my own dog. I hope a family will know that I’m a great kid!”
— Austin, age 11
Did you know:
- In the United States, 510,000 children are in foster care.
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Common Mama-Related Posture Problems
Focus on Your Posture for Long-Term Health and Weight Loss
Many of us have heard our mothers and teachers tell us to straighten up. in this circumstance mother was actually perfectly correct! » Read more
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Babies Get the Rub
A good, heartfelt rubdown has to rank as one of life’s sublime pleasures. A recent renaissance of interest has been growing about the virtues of massage for a special clientele—babies. From newborns on up, infants are cooing and gurgling their appreciation of a gentle art that their parents are learning in increasing numbers. » Read more
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When Choosing a Baby Carrier, Comfort is Key
Carry your Baby in Comfort
By Laurel Ackerman, owner
Bella Stella Resale, bellastellaresale.com
By all means, carry your baby. Almost all children love to be held in someone’s arms. When carried correctly in a carrier, babies should feel like they are in arms, not in a contraption!
Keep the following in mind when trying on slings, pouches, and other carriers: » Read more
