Baby Development -University of Michigan Study Asks What's The Connection Between Mom's Mood and Babies Sleep | MumMums http://www.mummums.com/2008/09/Baby-Developme... Getting a good nights sleep with a newborn baby in the house, as many parents know, is not going to happen anytime soon. Despite the odd waking hours of babies, the first 6 months of life are critical to helping a baby set their circadian rhythms (regular sleeping and rising patterns) that will stay with them for years to come. Some babies, however, may have some hurdles to overcome as a new study explains babies with depressed mothers experience disruptive sleep.
Baby Development - FDA Issues Health Information Advisory on Infant Formula http://www.mummums.com/2008/09/Baby-Developme... Perhaps adding additional credo to the reasons to breastfeed list, China is in the hot seat again with yet another tainted childrens product. Only this time, the product in question is infant formula. In response to reports of a contaminated milk-based formula, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Health Information Advisory.
Baby Development 7 Power Packed Pregnancy Foods http://www.mummums.com/2008/09/Baby-Developme... Amongst the many changes taking place throughout your body during pregnancy, food cravings tend to top the list. Nutrient requirements increase during pregnancy, so it can be difficult to balance the foods you need with the foods you actually want. A well balanced diet rich in whole grains, nuts, legumes, fruits, vegetables, and lean meats will provide you with what you need, but there are a few foods that pack more bang for your buck. Here are 7 power packed pregnancy foods that are both delicious and nutritious:
Top 10 Reasons to Breastfeed http://www.mummums.com/2008/09/Baby-Developme... As the saying goes, breast is best, but deciding whether or not to breastfeed your new baby is a big decision. Mum Mums regularly highlights new scientific studies illustrating the many health benefits of breastfeeding yet many women are still not entirely sold on the idea. Here are 10 reasons to breastfeed your baby
