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Changing Milk Supply
Asked by A.H. from Providence
on May 5, 2008
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My daughter is just about 10 months old and I have been lucky enough to be able to breastfeed her without the need to supplement with formula. She currently eats soli...
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- Hi, I have always been told to keep feeding/pumping and the body will adjust to what your baby needs. She may just be having a growth spurt and require more. Just do...
- hi. I am a mom of 4, so done the nursing thing, my youngest is 12 months, and still nursing. I used to drink 'nursing mother's tea' when my milk supply got off - if ...
- Hi, I am not sure where you live, but there is great lactation consultant service in Waltham- and they come to your home- and it is covered by insurance many times...
Weaning Advice
Asked by P.H. from Lancaster
on February 22, 2008
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I have a 3 1/2 year old toddler who will not wean. I have tried everything and he will follow me around the house screaming for his boobs...sounds funny but it is dri...
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- I feel for you! My son is almost 3 and is the same way! Usually he just nurses before and after he goes to sleep, but he'll also want it when he's hurt, upset, shy, ...
- Hi P., My hat's off to you for going it alone this far and I'm glad you've chose to reach out for some support. I am sorry your husband is unsupportive. Have you t...
- Hi there! No advice, just expressing a little more encouragement and support for extending your breastfeeding relationship. You don't sound like you need the self-...
Change for Better Health
Asked by A.H. from Detroit
on March 13, 2008
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Whats the best change you've made in your life style for better health?
A few years ago I switched from coffee to tea, and my ph level went down. I felt an over all f...
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- Whole grains, low-fat dairy, lots of veggies, water, lean meats, and fresh fruits. A variety of all these things together, in regular portions. EATING BREAKFAST! ...
- Cutting out butter and using olive oil instead to cook things in. Toast with jam, but no butter. Steaming veggies and using a little butter spray and seasonings inst...
- Cut down on sweets particularly baked goods. I love cakes, cookies, muffins, donuts, ice cream, etc. I was a bakery regular in my old neighborhood and I love to bake...
Recession Blues
Asked by C.E. from Miami
on April 21, 2008
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How do you deal with life when $ is so-o-o tight? How do you save and stay calm? I feel like crying everyday because I am so scared we are going to lose our house and ...
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- Hi C., I can only say that everyone is feeling the "squeeze" and sticking closer to home and the basics are needed now. It is also believing that GOD will provide and...
- Try NOT to watch the news, read the paper, etc. They love the "gloom & doom" reports. When we had bought our new home and had our other on the market - it was terrif...
- Your problem isn't money, it's fear. In every moment in every situation in our lives we can choose between LOVE (openness, trust) or FEAR (anger, distrust.) That is ...
Is This Mucus Normal? My Doctor Blew It Off.
Asked by C.H. from Dallas
on November 22, 2006
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Last night my eight month old son suddenly became extremely congested. I used the nasal aspirator so he could breath well enough to nurse. All night he snored, choked,...
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- My son is 13 mo. old and has had manny colds and drainage due to teething. My doc and his assistant always tell me to run a humidifier every night whether he is havin...
- I suggest you get a second opinion. If it is worrying more, I'd rather be feeling good about it rather than wondering. I hope all works out.
- I was told my many doctors that anytime the mucus is not clear to be leery of a sinus infection.. My son used to have at least one a year until he turned 3. I would ge...
Need Advice on Adhd/anxiety
Asked by N. from Detroit
on August 4, 2006
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I HAVE A WONDERFUL 11 YEAR OLD BOY WHO WAS DIAGNOSED ABOUT 5 YEARS AGO WITH ADHD. WE HAVE GONE THE FULL ROUND WITH ALL THE MED (CONCERTA, ADDERALL, STRATTERA, ETC, ET...
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- Hi N. just let you know I've been there. My son is now 8 and was diagnost with adhd at the age of 5. I noticed it when he was 2. To be honest it wasn't his hyperactivi...
- N., I feel your pain. It seems like when we are stuck in a situation like this, we dont have much patience after we have done so much! My son is 12. He was diag...
- I don't know if you've tried any homeopathic remedies yet, but my friend had really good luck with it. She ended up removing all red food and drinks from his diet and ...
Breastfeeding Issues
Asked by B.A. from Pittsburgh
on May 19, 2008
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My daughter has been exclusively breastfeeding for 4 months and almost 2 weeks. For about 4 weeks now, I have been having breastfeeding "issues". All of the sudden m...
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- Hi, B.! First of all, congratulations on nursing your daughter & really wanting to continue! I think that is wonderful!!! I think it's possible that it could be a...
- What you're describing sounds pretty normal to me. My daughter is now 8 months old and right about 4 months is when she started really taking a huge interest in the w...
- Hi B., I'm sorry to hear that you are having so many difficulties breastfeeding your daughter. Here are some things that may help. 1) Your daughter may be getti...
VIBE And/or Xango
Asked by R.D. from Lancaster
on March 14, 2008
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I am 29 and I have struggled with back arthritis, carpal tunnel, IBS, etc for mostly all of my adulthood. It really limits what I can do with my kids and I don't reall...
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- R., I am a nurse and a big fan of VIBE. My brother introduced it to me and I have learned about lots of people in your situation and similar situations that have tri...
- I don't know what Vibe or Xango are, but I would recommend Bikram Yoga classes with a qualified instructor. It works wonders for all sorts of ailments. I know it sound...
- Hi R., I am a Registered Dietitian with many years experience working with clients with your same issues. My husband has had IBS for 30 years and is now off all me...
Disowning Mother and Sister and Need Words of Wisdom
Asked by W.M. from Nashville
on January 8, 2009
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I have been very close to my mother most of my life until about 5 yrs ago when she changed drastically b/c her husband died. She is bitter, jealous, negative, and li...
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- Your family comes first and foremost. It sounds like at minimum you need to take time without associating with your mother and sister. Hurt feelings and anger can mak...
- W., Obviously you have been hurt deeply by this situation. Try to find a way to forgive them. Forgiveness is for you - it keeps you from being unhappy, depressed,...
- Hi W.-I feel your pain. My father and I do not speak. Long story that I'll spare you of but we were very close and this happened about 8 yrs. ago. It takes time. F...
Desesperate New Mom Needs Advice. Please Help Me!
Asked by N.A. from Los Angeles
on February 14, 2008
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I have an 8 weeks old lovely baby girl, and she as been a blessing to my life. I thought I was never going to be a mom because I had fertility problems, but God made m...
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- Oh N., I feel for you. Please, right now, leave this site and go to amazon.com. Search books for "The First Six Months",by Penelope Leach, the best baby book in the ...
- Hi N.: I too remember feeling the same way with my first baby. It's a miraculous gift and at the same time a very isolating and tough time. I found that getting out a...
- After 8 weeks, everyone is still adjusting and learning. Don't put blame on either one of you. Keep communication open and don'tpoint fingers at what is lacking (whi...
