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Birth Affirmations

Birth Affirmations

Birth affirmations are positive phrases about birth that are used to help train your mind and body respond to birth in a positive and empowering way. They can help you gain self-confidence, and make you feel more prepared and ready for this new life changing...
Best Books to Read During Pregnancy

Best Books to Read During Pregnancy

During pregnancy, there are many great books that you can read, while you probably have a little more time, that can really make a difference in your journey. Pregnancy is such an exciting time in a woman’s life. She is about to experience something truly...
WHAT IS BABY-LED WEANING?

WHAT IS BABY-LED WEANING?

Baby-led weaning is letting your infant be in charge. It means no purées or spoon-feeding. The baby feeds himself or herself right from the start of weaning – at about 6 months of age. The baby chooses what, how much, and how quickly to eat. He or she is given the...
BABY’S FIRST FOOD IDEAS

BABY’S FIRST FOOD IDEAS

The very first foods eaten by your infant should be easy to digest and unlikely to provoke an allergic reaction. You may want to start with fruits or vegetables but pastured egg yolks and grass-fed meat are also a terrific nutritive choice. Homemade bone broth is also...
COMMERCIAL VS. HOMEMADE BABY FOODS

COMMERCIAL VS. HOMEMADE BABY FOODS

The baby food industry is worth billions of dollars. Their main goal is to make a profit, not to give the best nutrition for your child. Commercial baby foods can be very convenient but are usually highly processed, devoid of most nutrients, and may contain chemicals...