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Wordy Wednesday: New Life

Eliza Ferree — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 14:33:19 +0000

There’s just something about spring and I can’t wait to see these babies hatch. Spring just has that magic in the air of all new things coming to life, from those that give birth to the bears that are coming out of hibernation. Currently the tree just outside my balcony is sprouting green spuds all over and it is one of the prettiest sights I’ve seen.

IMG: The Life of a Home Mom

It wasn’t until the kids pointed out we had eggs in the nest on the front porch did it dawn on me that we had finally hit spring. Yes, I know we’ve been in spring for a while but this screams it. We’ve watched as the male and female bird hover over their nest and take care of it. The female tends to sit on top of the house and squack at anyone that passes by. The male sits on the porch rail and waits until you leave, if the door is left open he peers over to check on it. I was able to get a quick shot when neither were near it though, but it didn’t take long for them to come along. What do you think of Spring? Happy WW! Don’t forget to leave your link.

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Babylune’s Introduction And Facelift

Eliza Ferree — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 17:21:01 +0000

Howdy ya’ll, yes, I’m still here we just got a bit of a face-lift. Babylune, for those that are regular readers has moved on over to b5media’s lifestyle portal and is now part of Blisstree.

There’s a lot of new things going around on Blisstree, in fact you can also catch a few of my articles in the Parenting section. I hope you stop by and drop me a comment or two. But Babylune is staying put and you can always expect to read Baby info, The Ins and Outs of my Life with babies, Babies in the News, Wordy Wednesdays (not so wordless lately), Baby recalls and of course reviews and giveaways.

For those of you new to Babylune, My name is Elizabeth, I’m the mother of four children and the youngest turns 2 this weekend. When it comes to those little guys I have definitely got my fill and am happy to share any wisdom I may and may not have. Don’t be shocked if I actually come to you for advice a time or two though and always know that if you email me I’ll be responding right back. Hope you enjoy the new digs.

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Breastfeeding: Which is best?

Eliza Ferree — Sun, 20 Apr 2008 12:51:26 +0000

A UK reports it is better to do the short breastfeeding like the traditional 10 minutes on one and 10 minutes on the other over the baby-led. Which do you do? Do you allow your child to eat off one breast for a prolonged period of time and next time eat off the other?

They did a study in the UK and followed around over 120 different women and their babies and half did the baby-led while the other half did the traditional 10 on each side. Those that did the traditional type of breastfeeding had very healthy babies that were gaining weight. Those that did the baby-led may have had healthy babies but they weren’t gaining weight like they should.

It is stated that those that did traditional breastfeeding were giving their babies the extra higher fat and protein that comes down with the milk. However when only one is being used at a feeding it doesn’t allow a letdown, plus it can dry up milk production faster.

According to this article and many doctors the traditional breastfeeding of 10 minutes on one and 10 on the other is best. Which do you do? I won’t lie, I’ve been known to do both.

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Dangers in Baby Bottles

Eliza Ferree — Fri, 18 Apr 2008 14:50:45 +0000

Earlier this week Inside Fatherhood and many other bloggers were posting about baby bottles being dangerous to babies. There is a chemical, bisphenal, that is used when making baby bottles and other shatterproof items that is now being said to a possible link in hormonal issues. Problems such as urinary infections, precancerous tumors, early puberty, obesity and more. While there has been no recall yet, you may want to begin watching for one.

Some very popular bottle brands are being questioned such as Avent, Evenflo. To read more on the bottles and how to protect your child read here.

50 Things I wish I Knew About Breastfeeding

Eliza Ferree — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 16:44:57 +0000

This post was inspired by Thrifty Mommy’s 50 list Carnival. This is just a post of my experiences, not all the cases happen for everyone. (added due to a request)

1. That you get engorged in a matter of seconds.
2. You’d wake to a soaked bed, or night shirt.
3. Your baby would not want to eat when you wanted him/her to do it.
4. He/she will want to eat when it is inconvenient. (road trip)

5. You would grow twice your normal size.
6. You would shrink down to one size smaller than you once were when you stop breastfeeding.
7. It is easier to breastfeed then to wean.
8. That you should not diet while breastfeeding.
9. It is cheaper to breastfeed my baby then it is to bottle feed him/her.
10. Breastfeeding keeps him/her a little healthier.

11. Breastfeeding can cause tooth decay.
12. Everything you eat your child will eat.
13. Your child will suck the calcium out of you, make sure you take care of your teeth.
14. Breastfeeding delays “that time of month.”
15. Breastfeeding reduces the risk to breast cancer.
16. Your child may not like your breast milk and need something more. (yes this happened to me, I’ll write a post on it later this week)
17. No matter what, some will not be able to breastfeed.
18. If you work, expect someone to drink your pumped breast milk, if it is not in a bottle.
19. First time you experience blocked ducts you may think you have breast cancer.

20. You will leak at the worst of moments, especially when you have nothing to change into.
21. Everyone will tell you the joys of breastfeeding, but never the others.
22. Mastitis
23. Breast infection
24. Closed ducts
25. getting too much milk
26. Taking a shower does not mean you’ll stop spraying, in fact you probably will even more.
27. Your milk won’t dry up over night, weaning will be harder than that.
28. Breastfed babies can be colic too.
29. Men will be turned off by a breastfeeding mom.

30. Your doctor (male) will try telling you he has many new moms that leak in front of him. Eeek.
31. Many will argue that you breastfeed instead of the bottle.
32. Your nipples will crack, if you don’t use lotion of some sort.
33. There are breastfeeding websites to help you understand it all.
34. Men will be turned on by a breastfeeding mom, there are two types of men.
35. Everyone will give you advice on how to breastfeed your child, even after you’ve already had a few.
36. You will probably answer the door at least once with your breast hanging out. (my UPS man saw too much one time)
37. Your child will try breaking in his/her new teeth on your nipple. It will hurt.
38. Expect to show everyone your assets at least once in a grocery store.
39. It really is up to you if you want to breastfeed.

40. You will begin to release any time you hear a baby cry.
41. Even when you try to hide that you are breastfeeding someone will come up and begin talking with you.
42. Tossing a blanket over you while breastfeeding won’t stop onlookers from taking the blanket off and oowing at baby until they see his mouth is attached to your body.
43. Someone will be frightened that you breastfeed.
44. Someone will call you a pervert that you breastfeed, ignore them, they are the perve for ever going there.
45. One of the best ways to make your child quiet in a movie is to let them eat.
46. You will be warned not to feed your baby inside a museum.
47. Someone will ask you to cover up while you breastfeed.
48. You might get kicked out for breastfeeding your child.
49. You will definitely save a lot of money breast feeding, however shirts may cost a bit more.
50. Breastfeeding will bring the two of you closer.

Can you add to this list?

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BabyLune’s Speedlinking Friday

Eliza Ferree — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 13:50:17 +0000

This week on Babylune I discussed the “On the Go” bag and ways to simplify leaving the house without so much stress. Don’t forget to stop by and check out all the neat daddy diaper bags out there.

Links:
How hot is Your Man? Does ya let ya have a few hours off duty? Treat ya to a spa? Let Gayla over at SuperNanny know and read this entry for more details.

With celebrities constantly grabbing up kids from other countries and normal folks really trying to adopt for infertile reasons. What’s your take on it all? Is it too easy for celebrities to adopt and is it too hard or too long for regular folks? Read what Marcie has to say about Adoption, Infertility, Baby stealing and the need for reform.

DebNG over at Simply Thrifty is showing you had to make all those old baby toys be made into dog toys. So, all those toys you are buying for your new baby can later be used and you save money.

By now you probably have a ton of teddy bears around you. Why not celebrate today, it’s Teddy Bear Day! Read all the facts about it on All Holiday Cafe.

For a little inspiration, head on over to PlayLibrary and read what one little girl is doing with her life. Not only is she the daughter of the late Steve Irwin, but she’s a tv star and now she’s releasing a new toy line.

Parents Behaving Badly has discovered all types of horrible things parents do to their new babies. It’s just awful, from beating and killing a 6-month-old baby, one that tries circumsizing his own baby boy to a very sad case of mother and father charged with murder for co-sleeping.

This weekend, hug your babies tight and let them know you love them. Try and give yourself a 30 minute time off and relax in a nice hot bubble bath. Maybe even grab a book or two for some enjoyment.

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