Today I heard a disturbing piece of news regarding children and vaccinations. Apparently, an infant who was not old enough to receive the pertussis vaccine was exposed to pertussis in a pediatrician’s office. This baby wound up extremely sick and … Continue reading
I had to blog this site for shopping apps….check it out and start saving! SHOPSAVVY Let’s say your kiddo just has to have those A-list sneakers, and, well, that price at the outlet store does look tempting. Scan the shoes’ … Continue reading
NOTEWORTHY WEDNESDAY! Peanut allergy is on the rise…it can cause a severe reaction which is life threatening. Unexpected sources of peanuts: sauces, chili sauce, hot sauce, pesto, gravy, mole sauce, and salad dressing sweets like puddings, cookies, and hot chocolate … Continue reading
Banning early C-sections is a very interesting headline…I am not sure how hospitals in Oregon are going to actually enforce this hard line control on early, elective Cesarean sections. Having a c-section for other than true medical necessity is never … Continue reading
NOTEWORTHY WEDNESDAY! There is a new recommendation from the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American College of Cardiology Foundation and the American Heart Association which calls for screening of all newborns for congenital heart defects. Before newborns leave the … Continue reading
I came upon this beautiful birthday cake and it was love at first site sight. Yesterday, I made a practice sample of the cake itself…it was surprisingly easy and the gel colors make the cake brilliant! The cake is superbly … Continue reading
NOTEWORTY WEDNESDAY! KIDS AND ALLERGIES Allergies are serious and especially so in children. The vast majority of allergic reactions to foods affect the skin in one way or another. The severity of symptoms can change quickly and there is always … Continue reading
NOTEWORTHY WEDNESDAY FRIDAY! As a follow-up to a recent post of mine I would like to comment on the article in the Wall Street Journal that is quoted below. Hospitals can definitely play a significant role in the success of … Continue reading
Top 50 Pregnancy Blogs Pregnancy can be quite a trip. From the first fluttering in your belly to the endless parade of minor (and major) discomforts, your mind is opened to a whole new world of bodily functions. As your … Continue reading