All Posts By Helen

Rethinking Swaddling

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Written by Nancy Morbacher There’s no doubt that babies seem calmer and sleep more when swaddled.  But is this a positive or a negative?  The research provides some surprising answers.

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BREASTFEEDING IN CANADA: A CALL TO OUR GOVERNMENT

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Written by Natural Mothering “Breast is Best.” That's what they tell us. And yet what is our government doing to support breastfeeding women in our country? Right now in Toronto, The Newman Breastfeeding Clinic & Institute, considered a world leader in breastfeeding education and support, is pleading for donations. Because with out new funding, the Clinic is ...

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BREASTFEEDING SISTERS

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Written by Jeanette Carey-Polachok When my daughter Erin made her grand entrance into the world, two things happened that I hadn’t anticipated – my mental breast-feeding research library seemed to vanish into thin air, and I realized that my decision to move halfway across the world from all the women in my life who really ...

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Vaccinations: Parents’ Informed Choice

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Written by Lynne Born Vaccinations: Parents’ Informed Choice Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 All Pages Page 1 of 4 Published with permission from www.westonaprice.org Because the misinformation surrounding vaccination is so extensive, many parents don’t even question whether or not they should vaccinate their child, overlooking one of the most important decisions a parent can make. ...

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Packing the Perfect Lunch Box

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Written by Jen Allbritton Whether at work, school or just out-and-about at play, packing food "for the road" is a must-have skill. The lure of fast food to fill the tummy tank is unavoidable, stationed at every street corner, not to mention within the schools themselves. Don't forget villainous vending machine temptations strategically placed down ...

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BABYWEARING

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Written by Helen Schwalme Misconceptions on Babywearing As a new mum where you ever told that carrying your baby would make them clingy and too dependant? Did people suggest that you should not pick up your baby too often so that they learn to be alone? Did this feel right to you or did it make ...

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AUTISM, CANCER AND AIDS

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Written by Jake Crosby In 2007, Paul Offit published a book dedicated to the life of Maurice Hilleman, who patented more vaccines than any other immunologist in medical history. The title of the book reads “Vaccinated: One Man’s Quest to Defeat the World’s Deadliest Diseases.” And yet, Hilleman himself said he brought what is arguably ...

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COPING WITH THE SWINE FLU…NATURALLY!

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Written by Rebecca Gower, B.A. M.A. DSHM (hons) It seems like everyday the news or radio is reporting about the Swine Flu or the H1N1 virus which is supposed to be the next pandemic. All of these reports can ramp up the fear and panic, especially for those of us with small children. First, let’s ...

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HEALING NATURALLY…OIL OF OREGANO

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Written by Bee Wilder Oregano Oil is a very versatile herb, which is not only a strong antifungal but also provides many other health benefits and it treats many types of disease and symptoms. As an antifungal it is extremely effective, just like raw crushed garlic.

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GABA Foods: Natural Anti-Anxiety Nutrition

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Written by Laura Owens GABA's role in the brain's delicate balancing act is crucial. It assists in regulating the body's internal rhythm while it helps people manage stress and maintain mental focus. GABA Deficiency Wreaks Havoc On The Brain As one of the primary neurotransmitters in the brain, GABA is an inhibitory (vs. excitatory) chemical responsible ...

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