2006 Parenting Resolution

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Dear friends,

Happy New Year!

The time goes fast and you don’t realize there have been many changes in your life. What you’ll do in 2006 should be better than last year. Please see the parenting section right here below and let me help you to become a better parent.

For moms, I provide you again with breastfeeding info. Don’t give up your baby feeding with formula.

Breast milk is the best. Lots of benefits are waiting for you and baby. In today’s newsletter, practice the tips that can make your breastfeeding successful.

Here’s one suggestion for your New Year’s resolution if you are a new mom: why not breastfeed your baby for 6 months exclusively? Imagine what your baby’s gonna be in years to come. He’ll be healthier than those who don’t.

Happy Incredible New Year to all of you,

Adwina Jackson
Editor of InspiringParenting.com

2006 Parenting Resolution

What does 2005 mean to you? Surely, it must have been a very great year to some of you. For everyone who didn’t enjoy last year, don’t be sad and disappointed. You still have time to make everything better in 2006.

What’s your 2006 resolution then? There are lots of things you can make as your new year’s resolutions. If you haven’t thought about it, please let me help you by giving you a few things you might choose to do this year.

1. For moms, keep on breastfeeding for as long as you and the baby wish. The nutrition contained in breast milk cannot be substituted by any other food.

2. If you have been very busy at work, spend at least one day of the week with your family to have a quality time together. Cooking, going to the beach, watching theaters, and gardening can be wonderful choices.

3. Prevent your children from eating unhealthy food to avoid obesity.

4. Always eat healthy foods to keep your body healthy. It’s one of the essential things to make your parenting role successful.

To me, 2005 has been a very nice year. I’ve always enjoyed the moments I have with my little boy. He’s so cute and smiles a lot. There’s always something new about him everyday.

I may not be smarter than you, but it has been an incredible thing to me to share what I know about raising kids to you, {!Name}and everyone here. And I’m willing to spread as much information as you need in the coming years. Please don’t hesitate to let me know anything you believe important for all of us. Thank you in advance.

Let our children live healthy and happy!

Love,

Adwina Jackson

5 Best Tips for Successful Breastfeeding

By Adwina Jackson

Giving the best nutrition for your baby is always what you’ve dreamed of. Breast milk has no substitution. It has all nutrients your baby needs, especially the colostrums (the first milk produced in the early days of breastfeeding).

Colostrums contain antibodies to keep your baby healthy. Breastfeeding your baby gives a lot of benefits, not only to your baby but also to you.

Among many, here are two main breastfeeding benefits:

- Due to the antibodies contained in breast milk, nursing your baby prevents her from many illnesses including diabetes, allergies, viruses, ear infections, and many more.

- To moms, breastfeeding reduces the rate of breast cancer and ovarian cancer.

So, if you decide to breastfeed your baby, you’ve made a great decision. Congratulations!

Breastfeeding, indeed, can be very easy or even difficult for first-time moms. Some may begin it easily with no major problems as soon as the baby comes.

On the other hand, there are moms who need extra patience to start the breastfeeding process. For example, they may have flat nipples or the milk isn’t coming out yet.

For flat nipples problem, well, baby doesn’t breastfeed through nipples actually, but through areola (the dark brown part of your breast). However, it’s a good idea if you treat the inverted nipples during pregnancy. Some women may find it helpful.

Now check out this one. For successful breastfeeding, take these best tips:

1. Early latch on

Baby’s natural suckling instinct is in the first 30 minutes of her life. It’s best to breastfeed her at this time. Though you may not produce milk yet, early latching on will make your baby gets smarter in the next breastfeeding time.

2. Eat a healthy diet

Breastfeeding moms need nutritional foods. Eat a lot of fruits and vegetables (beside carbohydrates and other nutrients of course). Drink at least a glass of water before and after breastfeeding your baby. These will increase your milk supply.

3. Breastfeed frequently

The more you breastfeed, the more milk you’ll produce. Feed your baby at least every 2-3 hours to avoid breast engorgement.

4. Right positioning

Make sure that your baby latches on and positioned correctly on the breast, in which the lips should be on the areola, right behind the nipples. Next, let your baby’s shoulder, head, and hips in an alignment. Her body should be turned toward you.

5. Beware of plugged ducts

If you find plugged breast ducts and or infection, contact a lactation specialist to get a proper treatment.

Another great benefit from breastfeeding is you don’t need to spend money to buy formula. Just save the money for your baby’s education, which of course will get higher and higher.

Enjoy the wonderful moment!

Avoid stress. That’s one of the most important things moms should do while breastfeeding. Stress won’t make the breast milk flowing smoothly. When this happens, your baby will get inadequate amount of milk.

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