tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-85925012100664761922024-02-18T20:56:34.563-08:00Cloth & Everything NaturalAnything & Everything About Cloth Diapering, Birth Doula Info, Natural Products, and Natural LivingBethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17718577556510990805noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8592501210066476192.post-70255903840788216302010-07-05T14:36:00.000-07:002010-07-05T14:37:25.138-07:00Feed Your Stash Friday!<!--start container--> <h2 class="post_name" id="post-3092"><span style="font-size:100%;">Feed Your Stash Friday: July 2-8, 2010</span></h2><div class="captionleft"><a href="http://www.clothdiaperblog.com/feed-your-stash-friday-july-2-8-2010/" title="Feed Your Stash Friday: July 2-8, 2010"><img style="width: 403px; height: 152px;" src="http://www.clothdiaperblog.com/wp-content/themes/tma/images/latest/feed-your-stash-friday-giveaway-7-2-2010-470x175.jpg" alt="Feed Your Stash Friday: July 2-8, 2010" /></a><br />Go to www.clothdiaperblog.com to enter!<br /></div>Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17718577556510990805noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8592501210066476192.post-84492048094626253522010-02-10T20:12:00.000-08:002010-02-10T21:59:53.868-08:00Delayed Cord Clamping/Cutting<h2><span style="font-size:100%;">Umbilical cord blood is a baby’s life blood until birth. It contains many wonderfully precious cells, like stem cells, red blood cells, and more recently scientists have discovered that umbilical cord blood contains cancer-fighting T-cells.</span></h2> <p>Yet common practice is to cut this source of valuable cells off from the baby at the moment of birth, due to unsubstantiated claims that it can cause complications. Not only that, a new line of business has been set up to store this precious cord blood for you, which all sounds great in theory, but why deprive a baby of those super cells at birth and then give them back on the very small chance that a problem has appeared later in life? Could there be a link to not having those super cells at birth and those illnesses? Storing cord blood is not only extremely expensive but it is also worth finding out exactly what they have been successful on helping and how common those conditions really are.</p> <h2><span style="font-size:100%;">How likely is it that my baby will need stored stem cells?</span></h2> <p>According to Dr Sarah Buckley, in her well researched book ‘Gentle Birth, Gentle Mothering’ (2005):</p> <ul><li>The likelihood of low-risk children needing their own stored cells has been estimated at 1 in 20,000 </li><li>Cord blood donations are likely to be ineffective for the treatment of adults, because the number of stem cells are too small </li><li>Cord blood may contain pre-leukemic changes and may increase the risk of relapse </li><li>Autologous cord blood is only suitable for children who develop solid tumours, lymphomas or auto-immune disorders</li><li>All other uses are speculative</li></ul> <p>And this from the <a href="http://www.choice.com.au/viewArticle.aspx?id=105989&catId=100570&tid=100011&p=1&title=Baby+blood+banking">Choice</a> website:</p> <p>“The most common reason for transplantation in childhood is for leukemia, but a donor’s own cord blood is unlikely to be used. The most appropriate source of stem cells is another person, either a family member or an anonymous stem cell donor.”</p> <p>Collection is also very lucrative for the collector (midwives get offered training in this too, some decline but some do it). Collectors get paid hundreds for doing the procedure.</p> <h2><span style="font-size:100%;">Timing of cord clamping</span></h2> <p>There have been an increasing number of studies published with regards to the timing of cord clamping, including a recent 16-month study which was published in 2006 which you can read more about <a href="http://www.news.ucdavis.edu/search/news_detail.lasso?id=7729">here</a>. It was conducted at Hospital de Gineco Obstetrica in Mexico City, where over 350 mother/baby pairs were part of the study.</p> <p>This study, as well as several others, have provided solid evidence of the benefits of delayed clamping. The main benefits being:</p> <ul><li>Increased levels of iron</li><li>Lower risk of anaemia</li><li>Less transfusions and </li><li>Less incidence of intraventricular haemorrhage</li></ul> <p>A two-minute delay in cord clamping increased the child’s iron reserve by 27-47 mg of iron, which is equivalent to 1-2 months of an infants iron requirements. This could help to prevent iron deficiency from developing before 6 months of age.</p> <p>Another study has been released in 2007 from the University of Granada which has similar findings, you can read it <a href="http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/medicalnews.php?newsid=70525">here</a>.</p> <p>While delayed clamping is beneficial for babies across the board, the studies found that the impact of delayed clamping is particularly significant for infants who have low birth weights, are born to iron-deficient mothers, are premature, or those who do not receive baby formula or iron-fortified milk. Given that mother nature provided breastmilk for babies and not formulas, you would think she also supplied that valuable source of iron for a reason too. You may have noticed that formula companies promote iron deficiency rates to sell their products.</p> <p>The studies have suggested that delayed clamping, for as little as two minutes, should be implemented as standard practice, however this is yet to happen at many hospitals. Some couples choose to leave the cord unclamped until it has stopped pulsating, which could take a few minutes or it could take around twenty – either way, the baby is able to have his or her supply of placental blood.</p> <h2><span style="font-size:100%;">Delayed Cord Clamping & Donating/Storing Cord Blood</span></h2> <p>Delayed cord clamping is not compatible with cord blood donation. The reason being is that in order for them to collect that blood, they need to cut the cord so that blood can be used for storage or donation. So if you would like your baby to have it’s full supply of cord blood, you may need to reconsider you plans to donate or store cord blood.</p> <h2><span style="font-size:100%;">Delayed Cord Clamping & Jaundice</span><br /></h2><h2 style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size:100%;">You may be told that delayed clamping causes jaundice in babies by your carer or hospital. This is not true.</span></h2> <p>Babies are no more likely to become jaundiced by delaying cord clamping and there is no relation to jaundice and the time of the cord being clamped. In the studies, the bilirubin levels were within normal range no matter when the cord was clamped. (Excess bilirubin levels are what is associated with jaundice).</p> <h3><span style="font-size:100%;">Here are some statements from recent studies to back this claim:</span><br /></h3><h3 style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size:100%;">“There were no significant differences for other secondary outcome measures: <strong>plasma bilirubin levels at 24 to 48 hours</strong>, neonatal morbidity (respiratory distress, tachypnea, grunting, <strong>jaundice</strong>, seizures, sepsis, necrotizing enterocolitis), mortality (none), neonatal intensive care unit admission, length of hospital stay, disease up to 1 month of age, weight or rate of breast-feeding at 1 month, maternal postpartum blood-loss volume, and maternal hematocrit level at 24 hours postpartum.”</span></h3> <p>AND</p> <p>“Plasma bilirubin values as well as hyperbilirubinemia rates were similar in the 3 groups, which goes along with other authors’ observations.”</p> <p>AND</p> <p>from the recent study at the University of Granada</p> <p>”...the clamping of the umbilical cord of newborns from full-term pregnancies, two minutes after the infant is expelled from the womb, makes no difference to hematocrit or hemoglobin levels of the umbilical cord vein compared to clamping the cord within 20 seconds. Thus, the study shows that early clamping (which is widely performed) is not justified.”</p> <p>Further to this, Dr. Sarah Buckley’s well-researched article, <a href="http://www.bellybelly.com.au/articles/birth/natural-approach-to-labour">A Natural Approach to the Third Stage of Labour</a>’ states:</p> <p>“Some studies have shown an increased risk of polycythemia (more red blood cells in the blood) and jaundice when the cord is clamped later. Polycythemia may be beneficial, in that more red cells means more oxygen being delivered to the tissues. The risk that polycythemia will cause the blood to become too thick (hyperviscosity syndrome), which is often used as an argument against delayed cord clamping, seems to be negligible in healthy babies. (Morley 1998)</p> <p>Jaundice is almost certain when a baby gets his or her full quota of blood, and is caused by the breakdown of the normal excess of blood to produce bilirubin, the pigment that causes the yellow appearance of a jaundiced baby. There is, however, no evidence of adverse effects from this. (Morley 1998). One author has proposed that jaundice, which is present in almost all human infants to some extent, and which is often prolonged by breastfeeding, may actually be beneficial because of the anti-oxidant properties of bilirubin. (Gartner 1998)”</p> <h2><span style="font-size:100%;">Delayed Cord Clamping & Blood Volume</span><br /><br /></h2> <p>You may also hear of concerns over the increase in blood volume and red blood cell volumes, overloading the heart and causing respiratory difficulties, as a result of delayed clamping. Again, this is not substantiated.</p> <p>According to an article from the <a href="http://www.who.int/reproductive-health/publications/MSM_98_4/MSM_98_4_chapter4.en.html">World Health Organisation</a>, they state: “These effects have not, however, been demonstrated. In fact, there is probably a self-regulatory mechanism in the infant which limits the extent of placental transfusion. Moreover, there is evidence that the circulatory system of the newborn is capable of rapid adjustment to an increase in blood volume and viscosity by increased fluid extravasation and dilation of blood vessels.”</p> <h2><span style="font-size:100%;">Delayed Cord Clamping & Maternal Haemorrhage</span><br /><br /></h2> <p>Again, another unsubstantiated claim. As per the earlier studies, there was no significant maternal postpartum blood-loss volume which is echoed in the World Health Organisation article:</p> <p>“Although there was some evidence that early clamping reduces the duration of the third stage of labour, there was no significant effect on the incidence of postpartum haemorrhage”.</p> <h2><span style="font-size:100%;">Something important to note</span><br /></h2><h2 style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Just after you have given birth, the last thing you are paying attention to is the umbilical cord! So if after reading this article you have decided not to have the cord clamped immediately, make sure you make it well known with your caregiver and at the hospital that you want to delay clamping of the cord, so your baby can have it’s full store of blood.</span></h2> <p>There are some circumstances where the cord will need to be clamped immediately, including if you choose to have the third stage injection of syntocinon to expel the placenta faster – obviously the cord will need to be cut right away in this managed form of third stage. You can chose a normal physiological third stage if you haven’t had syntocinon during your labour (for inductions, augmentations or third stage).</p> <h2><span style="font-size:100%;">Finally…</span><br /></h2><h2 style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size:100%;">All this leaves one question. Why isn’t delayed cord clamping standard practice if it means healthier babies and has no adverse effects? The answer is very clear – most obstetricians are reluctant to take up this practice.</span></h2> <p>According to <a href="http://informahealthcare.com/doi/abs/10.1080/01443610802712918">THIS</a> survey on the ‘Attitude of obstetricians towards delayed cord clamping’ as published in the Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology (sent out to obstetricians all over the world), the results came back glaringly stating that the reason the obstetricians who haven’t changed over to delayed cord clamping is ‘difficulty implementing it into practice’, which I find to be a big cop out really. Why are many obstetricians REALLY so reluctant to implement a simple process which benefits mother and baby? Why can’t the midwife clamp the cord later if the obstetrician is too busy? It’s yet another sensible and very healthy process that was practiced decades ago, before obstetrics even began and took over with a surgical approach.</p> <p>The Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists MUST and SHOULD produce guidelines for delayed cord clamping in obstetric practice for healthier mothers and babies.</p> <h2><span style="font-size:100%;">Summary</span></h2> <p>Don’t be embarrassed or afraid to speak up if you feel your baby could benefit from delayed cord clamping. Print off this article as well as these studies and present them to your carer if you would like to discuss delayed cord clamping with them.</p> <h4>Useful Websites and References:</h4> <p><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WWCOzkSe85M">Dr. Stuart Fischbein: Delayed Cord Clamping</a> (GREAT YouTube clip) <a href="http://www.bellybelly.com.au/articles/birth/natural-approach-to-labour">Third Stage of Labour: A Natural Approach</a><br /><a href="http://www.gentlebirth.org/archives/cordNFM.html">Don’t Cut The Cord</a><br /><a href="http://www.gentlebirth.org/archives/lateClamping.html">Five Good Reasons To Delay Cord Clamping</a><br /><a href="http://www.cordclamp.com/">Birth Injuries Related To Umbilical Cord Clamping</a><br /><a href="http://www.naturalchildbirth.org/natural/resources/labor/labor04.htm">Early or Late Clamping?</a><br /><a href="http://www.lightparty.com/Health/ChildbirthIntervention.html">Early Clamping of the Umbilical Cord</a><br /><a href="http://www.gentlebirth.org/archives/cordRisks.html">Risks of Premature Cutting of the Umbilical Cord</a></p><p><a href="http://www.gentlebirth.org/archives/cordRisks.html">Copied from http://www.bellybelly.com.au/articles/birth/cord-clamping-delaying-cord-clamping<br /></a></p>Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17718577556510990805noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8592501210066476192.post-61970469376741405202009-12-27T21:22:00.000-08:002009-12-27T21:26:00.901-08:00My lack of blogging<span style="font-family: georgia;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="color: rgb(51, 0, 51);">I'm so sorry I haven't posted any content, reviews, or info lately. I've been really lazy with blogging. I've just been posting links on freebies as you can tell <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">LOL</span>! Hopefully I'll regain the desire to write! Thanks for sticking with me :) <br /></span></span></span>Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17718577556510990805noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8592501210066476192.post-57826467103172469602009-11-16T20:13:00.000-08:002009-11-16T20:19:03.073-08:00Baby wearing info from another blog!<span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);font-size:130%;" >A great blog about the benefits of baby wearing! 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By developing the <strong>Duo Wraps</strong>, <strong>Thirsties</strong> gives you very trim fitting covers in only 2 sizes that will cover your baby from birth to potty-training! </p> <p align="center"><img alt="" src="http://nickisdiapers.com/images/THDuoWraps.jpg" align="baseline" border="0" hspace="0" /></p> <p style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);" align="left"><strong>Thirsties Duo Wraps</strong> have 3 rows of snaps to adjust the rise to your baby's shape and means one size will fit twice as long. Rise adjustability and <strong>Thirsties</strong> great leg gussets make the <strong>Duo Wrap</strong> very versatile for all baby shapes and sizes. The hook & loop closures are durable and provides a secure fit. For advanced leak-proof protection, <strong>Duo Wraps</strong> have leg gussets that are super soft against baby's skin. The fold-over laundry tabs will protect the hook & loop closures from trapping lint in the wash.</p> <p style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);" align="left">The trim fit of the Thirsties Duo Wraps make it the preferred wrap for trifold prefold diapers and over trim fitted diapers, such as <a href="http://nickisdiapers.com/catalog.php?category=264">Thirsties Fab Fitted</a> diapers. 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Just click the link :) <span style="color: rgb(153, 0, 0);"> </span></span><a style="color: rgb(153, 0, 0);" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lW9navHC7Qo">Click here</a><br /></span></span>Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17718577556510990805noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8592501210066476192.post-11797458340907720552009-10-15T14:34:00.000-07:002009-10-15T14:37:47.157-07:00New Kissaluvs fitted diapers!<span style="font-family: arial; color: rgb(102, 51, 102);"><span style="font-family: georgia;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family: georgia;"> </span></span></span><br /></span><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">kISSa's Cotton fleece fitted cloth diapers</span> <div style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);" class="rightpic"><a href="javascript:;" onclick="MM_openBrWindow('pr-img/new-images/Optimized_web/Big/kissas_2.0_big','','scrollbars=yes,resizable=yes,width=541,height=540')"><br /> <img src="http://www.kissaluvs.com/images/kissas_2.0_small.jpg" alt="Kissaluvs Fitted Cloth Diapers" name="stacked" id="stacked" border="0" height="299" width="300" /></a> <p>Kissa's Fitted Cloth Diapers - in colors!</p> </div> <p style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);"><strong><br /> New! Version 2.0 Kissa’s. The same diaper, now twice as absorbent!<br /> </strong>The v2.0 Kissa’s now feature microfiber soakers instead of cotton terry. Since the soaker is hidden, you will not feel or see any difference in the soaker, except the marked increase in absorbency. The v2.0 have rainbow serging in the Size 1 and 2 diapers and light brown in Size 0, to help you differentiate the from the original. </p> <p style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">Kissaluvs diapers are known for quality fabrics and terrific fit. Our diaper fabrics are custom-made for us right here in the USA, including our wonderfully soft, absorbent, and durable cotton fleece.</p> <h3 style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">Helpful "ingredients" you will find in our diapers: </h3> <ul style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);"><li>Beautifully <a href="http://www.kissaluvs.com/fitted-diapers.php#" onclick="MM_openBrWindow('pr-img/fabric.jpg','','scrollbars=yes,resizable=yes,width=520,height=450')">textured fabrics</a> to help contain even the runniest poop</li><li>Fabric options, including unbleached cotton fleece and organic cotton with hemp, as well as gorgeous <a href="http://www.kissaluvs.com/fitted-limited-diapers.php">Limited Edition diapers of various colors</a> and trims</li><li> Stretchy elastic and fabrics for a snug fit without binding</li><li> Elastic at leg and back openings to contain messes and floods</li><li>Sturdy polyacetal resin snaps... easy access for parents, not so easy for curious toddlers</li><li>Uniquely spaced adjustable wing snaps ... <a href="http://www.kissaluvs.com/fitted-diapers.php#" onclick="MM_openBrWindow('pr-img/snap_guideresize.jpg','','scrollbars=yes,resizable=yes,width=520,height=450')">snap consecutively or over three snaps</a> depending on your baby's build</li><li>Overlapping wings on the larger sizes to fit even thin babies</li><li>Unique fit with low-rise front and full coverage in back</li><li>Simplicity of design, especially popular with dads and babysitters! </li><li> <a href="http://www.kissaluvs.com/photo-gallery/index.php">See our fitted diapers on babies!</a></li></ul> <h3 style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);" class="green"><br /> <br /> Kissa's Fitted Cloth Diaper</h3> <p style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);"><strong>Suggested Retail:</strong> $12.95 Unbleached / $13.95 COLORS! </p> <div style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);" align="center"> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="650"> <tbody><tr> <td><h3 align="center">Size 0 - Newborn</h3></td> <td><h3 align="center">Size 1 - Medium </h3></td> <td><h3 align="center">Size 2 - Large</h3></td> </tr> <tr align="center"> <td><a href="http://www.kissaluvs.com/fitted-diapers.php#" onclick="MM_openBrWindow('pr-img/new-images/Optimized_web/Big/fitted_2.0_2big.jpg','','scrollbars=yes,resizable=yes,width=450,height=450')"><img src="http://www.kissaluvs.com/pr-img/new-images/Optimized_web/small/fitted_2.0_2small.jpg" alt="Size 1 Kissaluvs Fitted Cloth Diapers" border="0" height="150" width="150" /></a></td> <td><a href="http://www.kissaluvs.com/fitted-diapers.php#" onclick="MM_openBrWindow('pr-img/new-images/Optimized_web/Big/fitted_2.0_3big.jpg','','scrollbars=yes,resizable=yes,width=450,height=450')"><img src="http://www.kissaluvs.com/pr-img/new-images/Optimized_web/small/fitted_2.0_3small.jpg" alt="Size 2 Kissaluvs Fitted Cloth Diapers" border="0" height="150" width="150" /></a></td> <td><a href="javascript:;" onclick="MM_openBrWindow('pr-img/new-images/Optimized_web/Big/fitted_2.0_1big.jpg','','scrollbars=yes,resizable=yes,width=450,height=450')"><img src="http://www.kissaluvs.com/pr-img/new-images/Optimized_web/small/fitted_2.0_1small.jpg" alt="Size 0 Kissaluvs Fitted Cloth Diapers - Galores" border="0" height="150" width="150" /></a></td> </tr> <tr> <td><ul><li>Fits approximately 5-15 lbs </li><li>Light Brown stitching </li></ul></td> <td><ul><li>Fits approximately 10-25 lbs </li><li>Pastel Rainbow exterior stitching</li></ul></td> <td><ul><li>Fits approximately 20-40 lbs </li><li>Primary Rainbow exterior stitching </li></ul></td> </tr> </tbody></table> </div> <h3 style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);"></h3><p style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);" class="highlighted"><a name="note" id="note"></a></p>Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17718577556510990805noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8592501210066476192.post-62060687021216416422009-09-08T10:14:00.000-07:002009-09-08T10:31:20.960-07:00Probiotics for Babies and Children<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.thehealthstore.co.nz/images/hh_prima_children_s38b.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 301px; height: 400px;" src="http://www.thehealthstore.co.nz/images/hh_prima_children_s38b.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);"><br />I use Nature's Way Primadophilus powder for Children with baby K. I found it a Wholefoods for around $15.<br /></span><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">I usually put the recommended dose in some of her baby food and feed it to her first thing. That way if she doesn't eat all of her food, it won't go to waste.</span> <span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);"><br /><br />Here is an article I found online:</span> <b style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);"><br /><br />Friendly Helpful Bacteria Probiotics for Babies Health</b><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);"> </span><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);"> Probiotic used successfully for Infants & Children. </span> <p style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">An article published in <b>Prevention Magazine</b> as early as 1993 reinforces the benefits of friendly helpful bacteria or probiotics for babies health. They report that the effects of friendly helpful bacteria such as L. acidophilus in the intestines have been well documented. Not only are they said to have a positive effect on our health and well being but also, they are implicated in the denaturation of certain carcinogenic compounds, reduction of serum cholesterol and in the production of vitamins and hormones. </p><p style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">The article goes on to say that not only adults benefit from these friendly helpful bacteria. Breast-fed babies generally have a lower incidence of colic and other digestive disturbances than bottle-fed babies, and this has been attributed to friendly micro-organisms in the digestive system whose growth is encouraged by mother's milk. </p><p style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">The acidophilus-type microorganisms that predominate in the intestinal tracts of healthy, breast-fed infants are called <b>Bifidobacteria</b>. These beneficial microorganisms account for up to 99% of a healthy, breast-fed baby's intestinal flora i.e. babies probiotics. </p><p style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">Bifidobacteria or bifidus are now believed to be very important to a young child's well being. Research has shown that bottle-fed babies have far fewer Bifidobacteria in their stools than breast-fed babies; and after breast-fed babies have been weaned, the type of Bifidobacteria specific to infants and small children, called Bifidobacterium infantis, is found only in small numbers. These numbers continue to decline as the intestinal flora shifts towards what is normally found in adults. </p><p style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">Prevention Magazine reiterates that research and scientific interest in Bifidobacteria has continued to grow as it is shown that breast-fed babies are much less susceptible to infections than bottle-fed babies. </p><p style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">For example, a study of infant intestinal flora was conducted in a rural area of Guatemala. Out of 210 babies born in the village, 109 were breast-fed. The breast-fed infants showed high concentrations of Bifidobacteria - nearly 100%. Only 4 of the breast-fed babies developed Shigella infections that can cause severe diarrhea. But the rate of Shigella infection for the non-breast-fed infants was much higher. </p><ul style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);"><li>Bifidobacteria (Bifidus) inhibit the colonization of the intestine by invading disease-causing bacteria through competition for nutrients and attachment sites.</li><li>They also produce anti-microbial substances that inhibit growth of common pathogens. </li><li>Nutritionally, Bifidobacteria encourage better weight gain in infants through nitrogen retention. </li><li>These babies probiotics also assist in the absorption of calcium and other vitamins and minerals and help to produce lactose, the enzyme necessary for milk sugar digestion.</li></ul> <p style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">Babies are naturally inoculated with Bifidobacteria infantis and other friendly and helpful microorganisms as they pass through the birth canal. These friendly bacteria enter the baby's intestines through the mouth and feverishly attempt to attach themselves to sites on the gastrointestinal wall before other not-so-friendly microorganisms from the outside world try to do the same. </p><p style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);"><b>Breast-feeding</b> then fosters the growth of Bifidobacteria, particularly Bifidobacteria infantis. Babies delivered by Cesarean section do not receive such a healthy head start with these friendly microorganisms. If they are then bottle-fed as well, they end up with adult-type microflora that are not optimal for their health. </p><p style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">Even in healthy, breast-fed infants, however, the babies probiotics - intestinal flora - is relatively unstable. Small changes in an infant's environment may upset the balance of these friendly microorganisms, sometimes leading to bacterial "overgrowth" of the small intestine and stomach, reducing nutrient absorption and causing other types of problems. </p><p style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">The article goes on to say that </p><ul style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);"><li>sudden changes in diet,</li><li>vaccination, </li><li>common infections and </li><li>even sudden changes in the weather</li></ul> <span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">may cause such imbalances. </span><ul style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);"><li>Antibiotics,</li><li>steroids and</li><li>certain other drugs </li></ul> <span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);"> may also cause major imbalances in the microflora, with resultant diarrhea, thrush, or other problems. Probiotic supplements may be administered to infants and young children to aid in the control of diarrhea and colic.</span>Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17718577556510990805noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8592501210066476192.post-78575740784240279832009-08-21T08:33:00.000-07:002009-08-23T07:47:41.296-07:00BabyKicks Hemparoo Joey-Bunz Review<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.wildflowerdiapers.com/store/pc/catalog/babykicks-hemparoo-joey-bunz.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 300px;" src="http://www.wildflowerdiapers.com/store/pc/catalog/babykicks-hemparoo-joey-bunz.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);"><span style="font-family:georgia;"><br />I asked on another blog about how to keep the bulk down in Baby K's diapers. They suggested Baby Kicks Hemparoo Joey Bunz inserts. I'm so glad I decided to try them out!<br /><br />They have 3 different size inserts. Small, medium, and large. I bought the medium size because Baby K is on the middle rise in her one size diapers.<br /><br />I am hooked on these inserts! They are so thin! And really absorbent. And I don't feel like Baby K's diaper is as big as an elephant!<br /><br />They need to be washed a couple of times to be absorbent. So there is some prepping time involved.<br /><br />I recently bought some more of these just because they are definitely my favorite insert so far!<br /><br />If you cloth diaper and have pockets, I encourage you to give these a try. Your baby's clothes will say thank you because of less bulk!<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></span></span>Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17718577556510990805noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8592501210066476192.post-78698051866244802802009-08-17T21:29:00.000-07:002009-08-18T07:54:09.695-07:00Angel Baby Bottom Balm Review<span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);"><span style="font-family:georgia;">So I bought some of this balm at an organic store in <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Ashville</span>, NC. It was a little on the expensive side but I was willing to give it a try since it had organic all natural ingredients in it. And it smelled like aromatherapy.</span></span> <span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);"><span style="font-family:georgia;">Which I couldn't resist!<br /><br />I quickly learned this stuff goes a really long way. It spreads so easily. I have had my small jar for over 4 months and have only used about half! Although, I only use it when baby K has a diaper rash. Which is every once in a while.<br /><br />Since I use cloth, I always use a rice paper liner to keep from causing my diapers to repel.<br /><br />I have also used the balm on areas of irritation, bug bites, and such. And it <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">immediately</span> soothes the area.<br /><br />It also seems to repel bugs away. So If I don't have my natural bug spray handy, I just use the balm.<br /><br />Even though it is a little more pricey, its probably not that much more than the regular stuff. It just spreads so well and you only have to use a small amount.<br /><br />This stuff has so many duel purposes and its just plain great!<br /></span></span><img style="width: 228px; height: 228px;" alt="http://static.huddler.com/imgrepo/thumbs/d/d9/AngelBottomBalm.jpg/265x265px-LS-AngelBottomBalm.jpg" src="http://static.huddler.com/imgrepo/thumbs/d/d9/AngelBottomBalm.jpg/265x265px-LS-AngelBottomBalm.jpg" /><br /><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);"><span style="font-family:georgia;"><br /><br /><br /></span></span>Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17718577556510990805noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8592501210066476192.post-80451364603879238962009-08-14T08:46:00.000-07:002009-08-14T09:02:47.348-07:00An artical on Birth Doula's<h1 style="font-weight: normal; color: rgb(51, 0, 51);font-family:georgia;"><span style="font-size:78%;">Cesarean Rates And Epidurals Reduced By Doula Support During Labor</span></h1><span style="color: rgb(51, 0, 51);font-family:georgia;" > During labor, the continued presence of a doula - an experienced non-medical female companion who provides continuous labor support - has significant beneficial effects for middle- and upper-class women in childbirth, even when they have their male partner or other family member with them, according to a new study in the journal </span><i style="font-family: georgia; color: rgb(51, 0, 51);">Birth.</i><br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(51, 0, 51);font-family:georgia;" > Over a 5-year period, 224 of a group of 420 pregnant women in their third trimester were randomized to have a doula accompany them during labor, and 196 women did not receive this intervention. Cesarean delivery rates decreased by 12%, the need for an epidural dropped by 11%, and the need for a cesarean after induced labor decreased by 46% when a doula arrived shortly after hospital admission and remained with the woman throughout her labor and delivery when compared with the group without a doula. Support from the doula included close physical proximity, touching, and eye contact with the laboring woman, and teaching, reassurance, and encouragement of the woman and her partner during the birth. On questionnaires administered the day after delivery, 100% of couples with doula support rated their experience with the doula positively. </span><br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(51, 0, 51);font-family:georgia;" >"The assistance provided by new fathers, while extremely important for other reasons, does not have the same positive impact on perinatal outcomes as does that of experienced doulas," conclude study authors Susan K. McGrath, PhD, and John H. Kennell, MD, of Case Western Reserve University. "Continuous support by a doula during labor is a risk-free, low-cost method of reducing cesarean delivery rates that should be available to all women." </span><br /><br />----------------------------<br /><i style="font-family: georgia; color: rgb(51, 0, 51);">Article adapted by Medical News Today from original press release.</i><br />----------------------------<br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(51, 0, 51);"> This study is published in the June</span>Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17718577556510990805noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8592501210066476192.post-44176321532208152462009-08-13T19:48:00.000-07:002009-08-13T20:39:22.170-07:00bumgenius one size 3.0 pocket diaper review<span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">The bumgenius one size 3.0 pocket diaper is the first diaper I ever purchased before baby K was born. I had read so many great things about this diaper. And I agree with most. This diaper makes up most of my cloth diaper stash.</span><br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">It comes with 2 inserts. One large one that snaps down for different sizes. And one newborn/doubler insert. I used the newborn insert when she was tiny and it worked great. As for the larger one, I do not like the snap down feature. It just seems way to bulky. I honestly use a different insert when going out to keep her happy bottom from looking so huge. But at night, the larger snap insert works great. And since she has gotten older, I have to use both the large snap insert and the newborn/doubler for nighttime absorbency.</span><br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">The hook and loop (Velcro) is okay. It doesn't stick as well as her Gro Baby diapers. But the laundry tabs work really well. And I have read that some other moms have had problems over time with their hook and loop (Velcro) wearing out. But so far, I've had no problems with mine.</span><br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">The snap down feature is great! It's supposed to fit a baby from 8lbs-35lbs. And I really believe it's true. They do start out a little bulky on the little wee one's. But after they put on some weight it doesn't seem so bulky. Baby K is almost 9 months and about 21lbs. She is currently on the middle snaps.</span><br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);"><span style="font-family:georgia;">Since this is a pocket diaper and it is either lined with suede cloth or fleece. Your baby's happy bottom stays fairly dry. </span></span><br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">They recently came out with 4 new colors. My favorite is Zinnia.</span><br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">Lastly, this diaper is one of the most reliable diapers I own. I rarely have any leaks! </span><br /><br /><span style="font-family:georgia;"><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">If you would like to purchase any cloth diapers. You can click on the link box (Kelly's Closet) on the left side of my blog. If you choose to, I earn 5% of whatever you purchase :) </span></span><br /><br /><img style="width: 421px; height: 273px;" alt="http://www.mumandbubs.co.nz/images/bgfeatures.jpg" src="http://www.mumandbubs.co.nz/images/bgfeatures.jpg" /><br /><img style="width: 417px; height: 334px;" alt="http://www.divadiapers.com/images/bumGeniusAIO3colors.jpg" src="http://www.divadiapers.com/images/bumGeniusAIO3colors.jpg" />Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17718577556510990805noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8592501210066476192.post-38258497063897203992009-08-12T10:46:00.000-07:002009-08-12T11:13:21.590-07:00Smoothie Time<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxgfdSRJTB4wS-l22EO1B_DTsdFYshxo5sf68w8vvo72GYWJzYOZOPqbLu0vlvf56NVWThZRgrQ4zzX0ms5AKeRTDeKqMnNzc-lKoedUTdfIDNsmqkHIc9S9LE96hftxq1jCGnA4_SeX1i/s1600-h/DSC_2820.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 182px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxgfdSRJTB4wS-l22EO1B_DTsdFYshxo5sf68w8vvo72GYWJzYOZOPqbLu0vlvf56NVWThZRgrQ4zzX0ms5AKeRTDeKqMnNzc-lKoedUTdfIDNsmqkHIc9S9LE96hftxq1jCGnA4_SeX1i/s200/DSC_2820.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5369139436610111186" border="0" /></a><span style="font-family:georgia;"><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">Everyday I try to make some sort of smoothie made with as many organic ingredients as possible.<br /><br />I went to Wholefoods the other day and found a great sale on organic cherries. I love cherries! So here is what I put in my smoothie this morning:</span></span><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);font-family:georgia;" ><br />-1 1/2 cups of fresh pitted organic cherries<br />-1/2 cup of </span><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);font-family:georgia;" >low-fat </span><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);font-family:georgia;" >organic vanilla yogurt<br />-1 cup of ice<br />-1 Tablespoon of <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Barlean's</span> flax seed oil<br />-1/4 cup of organic frozen blueberries<br /><br />Here is some information on cherries you might want to know:<br /><br /></span><span style="font-family:georgia;"><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">A </span></span><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);font-family:georgia;" >growing body of science reveals tart cherries, enjoyed as either dried, frozen cherries or cherry juice, have among the highest levels of disease-fighting antioxidants, when compared to other fruits. They also contain other important nutrients such as beta carotene (19 times more than blueberries or strawberries) vitamin C, potassium, magnesium, iron, fiber and <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">folate</span>.<br /><br /></span><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);font-family:georgia;" >Emerging evidence links cherries to many important health benefits – from helping to ease the pain of arthritis and gout, to reducing risk factors for heart disease, diabetes and certain cancers.<br /><br />Cherries also contain melatonin, which has been found to help regulate the body’s natural sleep patterns, aid with jet lag, prevent memory loss and delay the aging process.<br /><br /></span><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);font-family:georgia;" >A recent study from the University of Michigan reveals new evidence linking cherries to heart health benefits. The study found that a cherry-enriched diet lowered total weight, body fat (especially the important “belly” fat), inflammation and cholesterol-all risk factors associated with heart disease.<br /><br />Have yourself a smoothie time of your own and do your body some good!<br /><br /></span><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);font-family:georgia;" ><br /></span><span style="font-family:georgia;"><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);"> </span></span>Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17718577556510990805noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8592501210066476192.post-15304239277843691562009-08-11T19:07:00.000-07:002009-08-11T19:41:14.080-07:00Gro Baby Review<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigWSjKp_f9JFqU8y8EgQwo9pORzI6eIvbYca770K9TvOLZ0YI2utr3ZhVwoosueyldE7OieBXWsqelzVrR5EURklblhyphenhyphenh6J2SfIgBRs2Fehp-jk4fzdiCl06j9WgUAiAMliXh3dy9tgUqd/s1600-h/DSC_2583.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 282px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigWSjKp_f9JFqU8y8EgQwo9pORzI6eIvbYca770K9TvOLZ0YI2utr3ZhVwoosueyldE7OieBXWsqelzVrR5EURklblhyphenhyphenh6J2SfIgBRs2Fehp-jk4fzdiCl06j9WgUAiAMliXh3dy9tgUqd/s320/DSC_2583.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5368900697868346770" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);"><span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">So I purchased 3 <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Gro</span> Baby diapers about 2 months ago. I have 2 Blackberry and 1 Vanilla with Snaps. As well as 4 additional snap in <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">soakers</span>. They are extremely easy to use. They are really stretchy around the legs and waist. Which I love since my little one is a little chunk.<br /><br />The hook and loop (<span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Velcro</span>) is soft. So it doesn't scratch baby K at all. The laundry tabs on the hook and loop (<span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Velcro</span>) are okay. They tend to stick to other diapers in the laundry. But it hasn't bothered me too much.<br /><br />The feature of being able to snap another <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">soaker</span> in if the shell isn't soiled is a plus. Because of this feature you save a lot of room in your diaper bag.<br /><br />Since these are organic cotton, you do have to wash these a few times for them to be <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">absorbent</span>.<br /><br />They do come with a doubler for heavy wetters and overnight. So far, we have not been able to use this diaper for overnights though. Even with the doubler, she tends to have wet areas on her pj's when she wakes up in the morning. So I stick with her <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">bumGenius</span> diapers at night.<br /><br />Overall, I love this diaper for the day and when we're out and about. Lastly, I have been able to place a <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8">prefold</span> in the shell. And it works out great! </span></span></span></span><br /></span>Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17718577556510990805noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8592501210066476192.post-28246718392893758542009-08-11T17:25:00.000-07:002009-08-13T20:46:25.203-07:00Charlie's Soap<div style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);"><span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-family:georgia;">Laundering my diapers has definitely become an art! I did so much research before I started cloth diapering.<br /><br />I first used Allens naturally detergent and I bought a gallon of it! Well after about a month I ended up having some stink issues. So I decided to try Charlie's soap. I found it at Wholefoods for around $10. At 80 loads a bag! I love this stuff.<br /><br />I also wash our other clothes with it as well. I no longer have any stink issues with anything I wash.<br /><br />Also, I used it to scrub my bathtub. It worked better than anything else I have ever tried. Probably because I typically only use some sort of natural soap to clean with. I try to stay away from any kind of chemicals. So with this being a soap I had to give it a try and it really worked!<br /><br />So grab you a bag of Charlie's. You would really love it! </span></span></span><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img alt="http://www.teenygreenykc.com/images/powdercloth_qn4i.jpg" src="http://www.teenygreenykc.com/images/powdercloth_qn4i.jpg" /><br /></div></div>Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17718577556510990805noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8592501210066476192.post-32947738494793253332009-08-11T15:31:00.000-07:002009-08-11T15:41:05.474-07:00Welcome to my new blog!<span style="font-family: verdana;"><span style="color: rgb(51, 0, 51);"><span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);"><span style="font-family: georgia;">Welcome to my new blog! I will be posting reviews on some of the different cloth diapers and baby products I have tried. As well as some different tips on cloth diapering from day to day. I am also currently working on becoming a <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">doula</span> so I am hoping to post certain information on birth. I hope you find interest with my blog :) </span></span></span><br /></span></span>Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17718577556510990805noreply@blogger.com3