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Letter from a grieving mother |
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Written by Rowena Yong
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Hi parent,
We lost our son Brandon on the 9th of Feb 2006. He died of asphyxia and during the care of a lady who operates a childcare centre in Jalan Changgai, Petaling Jaya (opposite of Assunta Girls Secondary School), Malaysia. We are deeply saddened by the death of our son within such a short time. He was a healthy boy, weighing 6kg and drinking 5oz at 2 1/2 mths. You may have read about it in the papers, Malay Mail, Harian Metro and most of the Chinese dailies.
Initial findings were that he choked on his own milk and by the time he was sent to the hospital, he already died. At first we did not want to allow an autopsy, because we couldn’t bear to see our child being “cut-up” but after discussing it with family members, we agreed to it as we needed to know the actual cause of death. When the results were out, the doctors concluded that there was a lump of curdled milk impacted within the esophagus. How could this have happened, if proper care and first aid was given immediately??!! It soon, struck us that he could have been left alone after his feed and may not have been burped properly; therefore he may have vomited and choked on the back-flow of the milk. Till today, the babysitter has not said anything on the incident and we still do not know what actually happened. She only cries when we ask her for the details. Maybe she is too scared to respond or feels guilty; we will never know.
It is being investigated by the police now, as well as the Selangor Welfare Dept and MPPJ as initial findings by the Malay Mail was that the babysitter is operating without any form of license from the proper authorities. But so far there is no conclusion whatsoever. To the authorities, this is considered an accident and the case would just be like any other case to them. We were quite disappointed, because before we sent our child to her, she quoted so many proficiencies and skills in managing a child care centre and infants. That’s why we agreed to give it a try. Now we feel as if we were somewhat responsible for our child’s death by sending him there.
Ironically, this was only his 8th day at the babysitter's care. And suddenly, he is gone, just like that. It was very traumatic for me, as I was the first to arrive at the hospital. The scene plays over and over in my mind. Our pain and suffering is being shared by all who are around us and through this sharing we have learned to cope with the loss, although I still cry anytime of the day, at work, in my sleep, while driving etc. We searched for support through some local website for grieving mothers who in one way or another lost their child but, sadly, there weren’t many active sites and we had to turn to CBS (S’pore) and one site which were operated locally by Lillian Chan.
I hope to join other grieving mothers to share my feelings. I believe that it is easier to speak to someone who has had experience of losing a child as she would understand how I feel right now.
We decided that through the local media and the internet, we would be able to inform and educate those parents-to-be to be more prudent when it comes to selecting babysitter and child care centres. Do not just go for economical, locality and because someone says the babysitter is good. Through our plight, we generated some focus from the Ministry of Women, Family & Community Development to provide some form of guidance and regulations for these child services and to act on them if they flout the laws.
Here, I would like to thank those who have provided us with the care and support throughout our bereavement and with the grace of God, we will overcome this experience but never a day forgetting our beloved son Brandon.
In loving memory of Brandon Teh.
11th November 2005 - 9th February 2006.
“ You brought us Joy & Happiness,
A beloved Gift from the Lord above,
We will forever Love & Remember You,
United with the Lord….An Angel You are now”
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All new parents know that their baby is special and unique, from the top of its bald head to the tips of its tiny toes. Now Stanford scientists have shown that this individuality extends even to the bacteria that colonize the baby's insides.
By sampling a year's worth of diapers from fourteen different babies — yes, that was somebody's job — researchers in the labs of Dr. Patrick Brown and Dr. David Relman mapped out histories for each child, telling which bacteria were present, and when, starting from the day they were born.
Source: latimes.com |
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14 Divorce Tips from Stacy Phillips |
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Written by PW Editorial Team
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California divorce attorney, Stacy Phillips, shares in this exclusive interview with you on subjects like divorce mistakes, causes of divorce, children and divorce, finding the best attorney, fast divorce, and how to get a divorce without going to court.
Here are the 14 divorce tips from Stacy Phillips:
1. What are the top three biggest divorce mistakes most people make and how to avoid them?
• They don’t plan ahead financially.
• They don’t take the time to “shop” for the lawyer that is right for them, thus they can often go through two or three before they find the suitable match (costing them thousands of unnecessary dollars).
• They let their emotions overtake their business sense.
2. How to hire a divorce lawyer that suits my needs and budget?
Make sure you find an attorney that meets your requirements, i.e., one you can afford, but more importantly the “type” that suits you. For instance, do you want to turn your affairs over to someone and let them make your decisions for you? Do you want a “father” figure? Do you want someone you can form a “partnership” with—who can work with you in tandem to make decisions and handle your case? The appropriate choice for selecting an attorney is strictly a personal one. But, also, keep in mind that you need to “shop” in your price range.
3. How do you know enough is enough and you should proceed with a divorce?
When you can no longer function productively each day and after deep soul-searching to determine that there is no hope for reconciling or working out your differences.
4. What's the single top reason why most people divorce?
There is no single reason except that people find they have no more tolerance for the marital situation and that they are deeply unhappy. What leads to that, however, are usually reasons, that I call the “Big Six”. People typically divorce over issues in the following categories: Money/Property/Wealth; Loss of Love (Intimacy); the Children; Changes in Health (physical or mental); Growth (personal or professional); Fear (Physical/Emotional/Psychological).
5. Will the courts honor request not to allow divorce if citing religious reasons? Though every state is different, in California, a court may not refuse to grant a divorce on the grounds of religious differences. There are only a handful of reasons the court grants a divorce, irreconcilable differences chief among them.
6. Will the courts require counseling if one party requests it? In California, if both partners request counsel, The Court will provide it free of charge. In addition it is mandatory in California for partners to go through mediation on custody and visitation issues before said issues are heard by the Court.
7. If spouse gave 2 weeks notice to you that he was leaving because "he did not love you anymore", and moved out Nov 7, 2006, and in January started a relationship with a girl he supposedly just met and by March was already dating and sleeping over at her house, is that grounds for adultery since there is no legal divorce papers or neither of us has sought divorce papers? California is a “no-fault” state. In other words, it doesn’t matter whom you’re sleeping with or when (during or after the breakup). The court does not view this as “grounds” for divorce. This may be true in other states and it is best to confer with legal counsel in your respective state or call your attorney and ask the question: Is the state in which I’m seeking a divorce one that considers adultery reasonable grounds for divorce.
8. What's the best way to help children of parents who are getting divorced? Never, under any circumstances bash the one parent to the children, i.e., say bad things about them. Instead, try to work out your differences calmly and with the best interests of the children your primary concern. The children should not have to bear any more of a burden than they will already carry knowing their parents no longer want to be together. Also, be flexible with visitation and sharing custody. Children do much better when they see their parents giving way to the needs and wants of the kids.
9. How to go through a divorce without sacrificing your lifestyle and financial standing? Sometimes this is not possible. Two incomes provide more discretionary income and two incomes also provide for more upscale amenities such as residences, cars, personal belongings. One income now divided in two is hard to stretch. Make do with what you have and realize you hopefully have exchanged a brighter future and peace of mind for dollars and cents. That said, if you spouse makes considerably more than you do, you certainly have a right to augment your income by asking for reasonable spousal support as well as child support.
10. I know it's quite weird to ask this but how to legally save thousands on your divorce? Do your level best to stay out of court but don’t waste an exorbitant amount of time trying to settle. Also, don’t waste a lot of your attorney’s time because he or she has every right to bill you for time spent on your case. If your attorney asks you to do a task, do it properly and efficiently, e.g., getting your financial records in order. Make sure you also seek the help of a good therapist. Divorce becomes costly when two people opt to fight it out. The fight takes a good amount of time, energy and resources all the way around. Possible solutions include: mediation with your ex or collaborative or cooperative law approaches. Work toward settling all issues, if you can. I tell my clients never to go to court unless they are financially, emotionally and physically prepared for the battles that it involves. And, only if all else fails.
11. How to get through a divorce easier and faster? Keep your eye on the future. Seek counseling. Settle your financial and custody issues early on so you can move on. The sooner the ordeal is behind you, the sooner you can look to a brighter day.
12. How to fight for the custody of your children? Only engage in a fight when you think it is best for the child. Do not use the children, ever, as pawns to get back at your ex or keep the fight going. If you have a legitimate reason for seeking custody, such as child abuse, make sure you find an attorney who specializes in such cases.
13. Is it possible to get divorced without going to court? If yes, how? Yes. If you can agree to a settlement (and custody arrangements between the two of you if you have children), your attorney and your ex’s will take it from there. Papers will be drawn up, signed and filed.
14. What to do if a parent is a victim of Parental Alienation Syndrome (PAS)? In my opinion, this label is overplayed and there are now many different theories on how to deal with this issue. One suggestion is to seek counseling from both a therapist and an attorney, who can help if you feel your child or children are alienating you. Keep in mind, that the courts want the children to have the benefit of both parents, so support of one another is important in the eyes of the court. The court does not look favorably upon one parent keeping the child from the other. If you are a victim, insist on counseling between you and your child and even your ex to work out your differences. If that fails, seek the help of a qualified attorney who will then advise you of your rights and remedies.
Stacy D. Phillips, is a certified family law specialist in Los Angeles and author of Divorce: It's All About Control--How To Win the Emotional, Psychological and Legal Wars (ExecuProv Press) and may be purchased at Amazon.com, barnesandnoble.com and other major bookstores. |
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Walking tall: A true hero in the making |
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Written by Abel Cheng
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Imagine this: You had a son who was born a paraplegic. His lower limbs were not fully formed and he had to rely on a skateboard to move around.
Most parents would have given up on this child as he's not "normal." And there's no hope for this child as he has to be dependent on parents for the rest of his life.
Is it true that there's nothing can be done? Do physical disabilities really prevent someone from being great?
Nothing answers these questions better than this true story. A story of a 12-year old paraplegic boy who wants to make difference in his life.
I'm deeply touched by this story as Haziq gives proof, once again, there is a GIANT within, despite whatever weaknesses you think you have. You can really walk tall just like Haziq.
Thanks for the inspiring story, Haziq. I got to go now to get some tissue paper... |
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Cheap and nasty: toys that harm on the rise |
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Written by Administrator
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THE importation of cheap and potentially dangerous toys has increased fivefold since 2000, with scores more presumably slipping under the authorities' radar.
An analysis of the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission's recall data shows 56 imported products designed for toddlers and babies were removed from retailers' shelves over the past 12 months, compared with just 10 products in 2000.
Full report: Brisbane Times
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Can Classical Music Influence the Intelligence of Your Baby? |
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Myths abound about the myriad ways you can influence your baby’s intelligence. For some, it begins before birth and you’ll see enthusiastic parents eager to produce a prodigy playing music to the expectant mother’s belly. Once the baby’s born, the education continues with background classical music playing while the infant is drifting off to sleep, and also during bath time and meal time.
Whether or not classical music is able to influence a human being’s intelligence at any age is something scientists commonly debate. What’s more clear is that babies truly enjoy music for its rhythms, its varying pitches and the general mood-enhancing qualities that come along with it.
Nature or Nurture?Author Marcus Buckingham in his book Now, Discover Your Strengths explains that intelligence is something that is developed even before birth, but there isn’t any real evidence to suggest that its influence can be greater or lesser just because there is lovely music playing in the outer world.
Many things in a human’s development are learned. Sucking one’s thumb is an instinctive behavior that takes place even in utero, the same as for scratching, yawning and puckering lips. Punters over the generations have even tried to claim that thumb sucking is variously a sign of high, or low, intelligence, depending on whom you ask. That’s hardly fair, is it?
The key to the benefits of classical music for babies seems to be more about creating a positive environment in which learning is easier and more enjoyable. Musical scientists could extol the virtues of complicated compositions and try to have us believe that if a baby tunes in to the depths and complexities of the arrangement, his intelligence will benefit. The question is, how is such a thing measured?
Another argument is that babies commonly fall asleep while listening to classical music. That’s not entirely a bad thing … particularly for his parents, desperate for a few moments’ peace. But one thing that has been proven is that sleep is enormously beneficial to brain development and if a classical piece can lull a restless child to slumber land, then one can attribute better intelligence to symphonies and arias.
Playing classical music in the home or car as a consistent aural backdrop pays dividends in other ways too. If the other occupants enjoy it, a naturally calm and pleasant ambience will be the result. A happy home is one where children thrive and whose brains are not cluttered with negative messages, hindering the way for learning and understanding.
Furthermore, when a baby is exposed to positive sensory experiences, the enrichment of parental and sibling bonding is enhanced.
One of the nicest things about classical music is that it comes in a wide array of styles. You probably wouldn’t play Wagner to your infant unless you want a cranky, ill-tempered child on your hands. But pop a CD of the Masters such as Bach, Mozart or Strauss into the stereo and watch your tiny loved one thrill to the strains of some of history’s most amazing musical works of art. |
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Firstborn sons have higher IQs, Norway study finds |
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Firstborn sons have higher IQs than their younger brothers, and their social status within the family may explain why, researchers reported on Thursday.
A study that used military draft records for more than 240,000 Norwegian men found that firstborns had an edge of 2.3 IQ points on their next oldest brothers, who in turn beat brothers born third by 1.1 points on average.
Men who had been raised as the eldest, whether they were born first, second, or third, had IQs to match their first-born peers. The same was true for those raised or born second, Petter Kristensen and colleagues at the University of Oslo report in the journals Science and Intelligence.
Full report: Reuters
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Humor: Hug your wife for good fortune |
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Written by Administrator
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 © Reggie Lee. Used with permission. |
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Alcohol and teenagers: What's a parent to do? |
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Do you ever wonder what you would do if your kid got picked up for underage drinking, especially if you didn't even know your kid drank alcohol? A wilderness camp exists for everyone, right?
While Lindsay Lohan and other young celebs weaved their way to the headlines and colleges emptied for the summer, I got a headache thinking not only about all those morning afters, but how to help my own kids develop healthy habits if they choose to drink alcohol.
Full report: Seattle Times
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Breastfeeding your baby: Tips on how to make it work |
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Written by Cecilia Koh
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Here's a quick introduction to new nursing mothers on breastfeeding: reasons and benefits of breastfeeding, prep work, how to get started, and more.
Reasons for choosing breast feeding
1. It is the natural physiological way to feed a baby.
2. Human breast milk is made for human babies.
3. The components - lactose, protein (whey and casein), and fat - are easily digested by a newborn's immature system so breastfed babies have fewer incidences of diarrhea or constipation.
4. Breast milk is always fresh and readily available.
5. Breast milk is always the right temperature.
6. It protect baby against allergies, asthma, diabetes, obesity and SIDS.
7. The skin-to-skin contact can enhance the emotional connection between mother and infant thereby increasing the bonding process.
8. No need to spend money on bottle feeding equipment and expensive milk formula.
Advantages
Antibodies - a nursing mother passes antibodies to her baby to protect or lower the occurrence of many conditions such as ear infections, diarrhea, respiratory infections and meningitis. Breast milk contains new antibodies whenever the mother is exposed to new infections. Antibodies cannot be added to formula milk.
Prevent obesity - Recent studies show that breastfeeding might help prevent childhood and adult obesity. According to the National Women's Health Information Center (part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services), babies who are breastfed tend to gain less unnecessary weight, which may help them be less overweight later.
Higher IQ - Also recent studies suggest that children who were exclusively breastfed for 6 months have IQs 5 to 10 points higher than children who were formula fed.
Reduces cancer risk - In addition, studies show that breastfeeding helps lower the risk of pre-menopausal breast cancer and also may help decrease the risk of uterine and ovarian cancer.
Natural weight loss - A nursing mother will need extra 500 calories per day to produce breast milk but breastfeeding also burns calories and helps shrink the uterus, so nursing mothers are able to return to their pre-pregnancy shape and weight quicker. Eating a wide variety of well-balanced foods introduces breastfed babies to different tastes through the breast milk which will have different flavors depending on what their mothers have eaten.
Breast feeding is nature’s way of providing food for the newborn. For some mothers it is so easy whereas for some it is a struggle. In Malaysia, the struggle is more pronounced amongst the Chinese especially those who are in the higher professional group. Most often the complaint is ‘not enough milk’. Some even blame it on breast sizes, which is utter rubbish because the Chinese women’s physique has not changed that much over the decades. If our female ancestors can breast feed successfully, why can’t modern Chinese mothers do so?
I personally think that it is because we have too many choices and most of us want to take the easy way out instead of trying a bit harder to succeed. Remember that once your baby is suckling properly you will truly enjoy the experience and the wonderful feeling that you are nourishing your baby yourself.
How to succeed?
1. Make up your mind that you definitely want to breast feed.
2. Do not feel pressurized into breastfeeding if mentally you do not want to do so as you will never succeed and you will see yourself as a ‘failure’.
3. Do not say that you will try as it definitely will not work.
4. Keep telling yourself that you will succeed and be positive about it.
5. Make sure your husband will support you 100%.
6. Learn to ignore negative remarks and pressures to bottle feed.
7. Remember the benefits of breastfeeding for you and your baby outweighs all the negative remarks.
8. If you need to hire a confinement lady, make sure that she is pro breast feeding and can give you a lot of support during the early days.
9. Try and register with a local breast feeding group as they can give you the support and encouragement needed to establish and continue breastfeeding.
Preparations
Apart from preparing yourself mentally, you need to prepare your nipples by toughening them. Once a day when you are bathing, gently pull the nipples forward and roll them between your thumb and forefinger for a couple of minutes.
When you are drying yourself give the nipples a slightly vigorous rub with the towel to strengthen them for when your baby starts sucking. Apply a little cream on them to get them supple. Do not stimulate the areola which is the area just behind the nipple as this could stimulate the production of oxytocin leading to premature labour.
Getting started
The baby should be put to the breast immediately after birth in the labour room itself. Discuss with your attending midwife and doctor about this. As a midwife myself, I get very irritated when a lady comes in with a list of demands even though I am normally very pro mothers’ request. My advice is to use a soft approach and you will find your birth attendants will bend over backwards to fulfill your request.
Most babies will start rooting for the breast as soon as they are placed on the mother’s chest once the umbilical cord is cut. Make sure that your baby is dried properly before being placed naked on your chest and covered with a dry towel. Your body heat will keep your baby warm so there is no need to wrap baby as this could prevent your baby feeling for you and rooting for your nipple. If your baby is a little sleepy because of drugs given to you during labour, do not worry, just wait for the effects to wear off and baby will be able to suckle.
The key to success is making sure that the baby is LATCHED ON PROPERLY.
This will:
1. Prevent sore nipples
2. Enable baby to suckle properly and get the milk
3. Stimulate the ‘let down’ process
Step 1 - The first step to a proper latch on is getting baby to open his mouth WIDE! Brush baby's lower lips with your nipple to encourage him to open his mouth.
Step 2 - Once baby's mouth is open wide, quickly pull him onto the breast by pulling the baby toward you with the arm that is holding him. Make sure you move the baby towards you, and not move yourself towards the baby.
Step 3 - The baby's gums should completely bypass the nipple and cover approximately one inch of the areola behind the nipple. Make sure the baby's lips are everted. Some baby's will tighten or purse their lips, especially the lower one. If the lower lip is inverted (turned in), gently press down on baby's chin to evert the inwardly turned lip.
Remember to make sure that you are sitting comfortably before you start and that baby is correctly positioned by using pillows to raise him to the level of your breasts. There are several "nursing" pillows on the market that help raise baby to a comfortable height and position. If you are not comfortable and relaxed, your milk will not flow properly. Your baby will feel your tension and start to ‘fight’ with you or start crying which will increase your tension.
If your baby is latched on and sucking correctly, you should not feel any pain. Sometimes the baby’s initial suck may cause a slight stinging pain which quickly subsides as baby continues sucking. If the pain continues or your baby is not sucking correctly, stop and start over again. Break the suction by putting your finger in the side of the baby's mouth between the gums. DO NOT let the baby continue to feed incorrectly, as you can develop painful and damaged nipples, and baby will not be able to get enough milk.
Causes of sore nipples
1. Baby is not positioned and latched properly.
2. Baby is not suckling properly.
3. Both the above causes combined together.
4. Fungal infection due to Candida albicans. The pain goes on throughout the feed and may continue even after feeding. This infection may also cause cracked nipples. You need to consult a doctor who will prescribe a fungal cream to apply.
Nipple shields are not recommended for sore nipples, because, although they may help temporarily, they usually do not. They may also cut down the milk supply dramatically, and the baby may become fussy and not gain weight well. Once the baby is used to them, it may be impossible to get the baby back onto the breast. In fact, many women who have tried nipple shields find that they do not help with soreness. Use as a last resort only.
Breast shields may be useful to protect your nipples rubbing on your clothes when you are not feeding and it also collects the milk drips so you do not have to go around with 2 wet patches on your clothes.
Remember to keep telling yourself and your baby that you will succeed and be patient as it may take a couple of days to get started properly.
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Breast cancer genes can come from father |
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A deadly gene's path can hide in a family tree when a woman has few aunts and older sisters, making it appear that her breast cancer struck out of nowhere when it really came from Dad.
A new study suggests thousands of young women with breast cancer -- an estimated 8,000 a year in the U.S. -- aren't offered testing to identify faulty genes and clarify their medical decisions.
Guidelines used by insurance companies to decide coverage for genetic testing should change to reflect the findings, said study co-author Dr. Jeffrey Weitzel of City of Hope Cancer Center in Duarte, Calif. Testing can cost more than $3,000.
Source: BostonHerald.com |
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Tiger's a daddy: Woods's wife Elin gives birth to a daughter |
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 Less than 24 hours after Tiger Woods finished second at the U.S. Open on Father's Day, his wife Elin Nordegren gave birth to a daughter. He announced Monday night on his Web site that Sam Alexis Woods was born early Monday morning. "Both Elin and Sam are doing well and resting peacefully," Woods wrote.
Source: ScoreGolf |
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The hidden force behind milk formula conspiracy |
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Written by Abel Cheng
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It freaked me out when I read this. This is the second time I felt this on the same topic.
I can’t stand “conspiracies” that stop humans from being humans. Worse still, for their own benefits.
Let me explain.
We all know that breastfeeding is the best food for infants and babies. Taking from a dad like me, you may ask, “What the heck that you know about breastfeeding? You can’t even nurse!”
Well you don’t need to be a nursing mother to figure out breastfeeding is THE way to go. There’s no need to argue which is a better option: breastfmilk or formula.
Why? It shows in Mother Nature. Take a look at all mammals. What do baby mammals eat? Milk. From where? Their mothers.
And human beings are in the same class too! It’s only natural for humans to breastfeed their babies as other mammals do.
I used to think the decision to breastfeed lies in the hand of mothers. Because they are the one who does the “work.”
But how wrong was I to make such an assumption until I read this article about two weeks ago, and today’s article. Both by the same author George Monbiot. His writing is provocative and bold. And I like it so much!
For those who promote breastfeeding awareness, now they face a bigger challenge than just educating mothers or mothers to be to go the natural way.
There’s a bigger player here trying to convince mothers that some milk formula is "closer than ever to breastmilk". And they are willing to put behind chidlren’s health for the sake of raking more profits.
If you think it happens only in poor and developed countries, take a look at this statistics.
“In a recent survey of 16 European countries, the UK comes second to last, beating only Belgium. When our babies are six months old, just 21% receive any breastmilk, while in Norway the rate is 80%; 24% of British babies never taste breastmilk at all - in Norway it's 2%. Remember this next time someone tells you that the rate can't be increased because lots of women can't produce milk. The constraint is not biological but political. The Norwegian government has passed laws that make breastfeeding as easy as possible: all women are entitled to a year's maternity leave on 80% pay, and state employees are given special breastfeeding breaks.”
I like this phrase. Let me repeat once more here:
“Remember this next time someone tells you that the rate can't be increased because lots of women can't produce milk. The constraint is not biological but political.”
Sounds scary, huh?
No I have no intention at all to meddle in politics when I started this website as this website is for parents and about parenting. But who would have guessed politics has a hand in preventing the growing of breastfeeding community.
Okay, back to my point. What am I trying to arrive here?
For all mothers, do whatever it takes, for heaven’s sake, to breastfeed your baby as long as you can. Don’t listen to naysayers. Whether it’s your mother, your friend, or even the prime minister.
I know there are many problems you might face at work or at home when you breastfeed (as in everything else we do in life), but you can always get help from other nursing mothers. Don’t let excuses take over your children’s health.
My wife and I did not argue when we had our two babies. Both of us agreed breastmilk was the best for our babies even though I knew my wife would be the one who made more sacrifices than I did. What I could do was to provide support and encouragement. |
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Infertility: What Causes It And What Can You Do About It? |
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Written by PW Editorial Team
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Infertility is the inability to produce a baby by natural means of conception. There are many reasons why men and women aren’t able to produce a baby naturally. Some of them are easily remedied while others are more difficult to work with. If you and your partner have been trying for more than a year to conceive a baby, you should start by both of you having a thorough exam by a doctor. Find Out Who First
In most cases, the cause of infertility lies with either the male or female. Only a very small percentage of infertile couples are the result of both parties having an issue with infertility. The focus isn’t on who is infertile, but rather why and what the options are. Sometimes men are infertile because of the type of underwear they use. They could be too tight, restricting the development of sperm. This can be taken care of by switching to looser fitting underwear. Low sperm counts can be helped with male enhancement supplements and penis exercises. Other reasons for infertility in men include exposure to dangerous chemicals, injuries to the testicles, and the use of some prescription drugs. Female Infertility
Females sometimes have infertility problems that have to do with their reproductive organs. They may have irregular ovulation patterns, cervical issues, or tubes that won’t allow the egg to be fertilized. Thyroid problems can affect fertility as can the drugs that women use for a variety of health issues. Both prescription and over the counter weight loss drugs can reduce a woman’s ability to conceive.
While some infertility issues can’t be resolved, many of them can be resolved by making some simple changes to your lifestyle and the items you consume. Seeing your doctor will help determine the underlying reasons for your infertility, helping you find a successful way to conceive a baby naturally. See also... Trying to Conceive
A step-by-step guide to getting pregnant. |
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Happy Belated Father's Day |
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Written by Abel Cheng
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Better late than never.
I think it's better to pay tribute to all great dads out there on this special occasion with a song, or... rather a music video. It's more fun and engaging than a card. It says it all in this heart-warming video.
Click here to watch the video
Happy Father's Day!!!
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