When I was in my teens, I was wild and out of control. I got pregnant and decided to raise my son Robert on my own. (His biological father is not and will not ever be a part of his life.) When Robert was a few months old, I meet Steve, a truly wonderful, decent […]
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The Avoid Soy Discussion—Continued…
By Aimee Raupp, author, licensed acupuncturist & herbalist, and women’s wellness & fertility expert Last month I wrote a blog for the Mommybites website, entitled: Avoid Soy—for you and for baby. And, boy oh boy did it stir up some healthy debate. This month, I am following up that blog with more information on soy and […]
There Are the Best Cold/Sinus Home Remedies for Kids
A Mommybites reader asked: What cold/sinus home remedies do you use for your toddler? Expert, Marsha Greenberg: Young children get colds more than any other illness and it can be a challenging time when we are trying to help our babies and toddlers feel better. They are not able to blow their own noses and […]
Living Vicariously Through Your Children?
By: Stefanie Weiss, mental health consultant & owner of Ask Stefanie Parents, do you remember what it felt like as a kid when you did not make the cheerleading squad, basketball team, or weren’t invited to the cool party? Did you go through a “gawky stage” in middle school when none of the clothing in […]
What Home Remedies Do You Use When Your Baby Is Sick?
What home remedies do you use when your baby is sick? Expert: Dr. Gina Lamb – Amato There are many natural home remedies for your sick baby. Here are some ones I recommend and also have used with my own baby. Colds and Congestion: Steam baby. Turn shower on as hot as possible and sit […]
What should I take with me to the hospital?
You asked and you shall now receive. It’s only fair for us to share all of this stored up knowledge about having a baby and what is going on with your body during those nine (really ten) months. We now will answer, in a very public forum, all of those burning questions about having a […]
Green Parenting: Green Resources on the Web
By Elise Jones, blog editor There is a plethora of information available online about almost every environmental topic under the sun. But looking for the best green products or a trusted green resource can be tricky. How do you know if a product is really green or if a site is to be trusted? Not […]
Raising Strong, Empowered Girls
We kicked off the new year with our first radio show on February 29 with special guest Dr. Jennifer Harstein author of Princess Recovery, A How-To Guide to Raising Strong Empowered Girls Who Can Create Their Own Happily Ever Afters. Dr. Jen is a psychologist in NYC and is a CBS The Early Show contributor […]