Breastmilk donation can have a life-changing impact on a newborn, and Central Kentucky has a new location to collect those extra ounces of liquid gold. Centered, a holistic wellness studio in Lexington, is now a depot for The Milk Bank, an Indianapolis based organization that distributes donor milk to newborns in need. There are now […]
The holidays can be the perfect time to announce a pregnancy. You are already surrounded by family and gift exchanges can lend an element of surprise. Here are a few fun ways to break the big news under the Christmas tree. Ornament with Due Date Decorate a bulb ornament with your due date and watch […]
By Kellie Doligale Mothers-to-be are inundated with information and opinions about labor, delivery and postpartum recovery. Many women are now aware of just how many babies are delivered via Cesarean section annually, and we may be faced with alarming words like “unnecessary” and “intervention.” Despite the sometimes-negative press, the procedure is an actual life-saver for […]
Community Action Council for Lexington-Fayette, Bourbon, Harrison, and Nicholas Counties, Inc., is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to prevent, reduce and eliminate poverty among individuals, families and communities through direct services and advocacy. Started in 1965 as part of the War on Poverty, CAC has continuously operated the Head Start program. Head Start is […]
By Doraine Bailey Although babies don’t need anything but breastmilk until about 6 months of age, many breastfeeding babies are given formula within the first few days of life. There are some medical reasons why a healthy breastfed baby might need extra breastmilk or formula after the first few days of life, but much early […]
At Your Hospital: All area birthing hospitals provide the following. Call them for details. – Prenatal Breastfeeding Classes – Lactation Consultant help during your hospital stay – Lactation Clinic to return to after you’ve gone home Prenatal Breastfeeding Classes: There are several local providers in addition to birthing hospitals: – Baby Moon: www.baby-moon.org or (859) […]
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is the major cause of death in infants from 1 month to 1 year of age. In Kentucky one baby dies every five days in a sleep related death. Many of these deaths are preventable by following the ABC’s of Safe Sleep: A) Babies should always sleep Alone. They […]
“You can’t pour from an empty cup.” This is a mantra all new mothers need to hear. A new baby is incredibly demanding (as is motherhood in general.) Moms often become so focused on their child’s well-being, they unwittingly begin to neglect their own self-care. Here are a few ways you can actively engage in […]
The 18th annual Maternity Fair by the Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East has a new home this year. On Saturday, April 29 the Maternity Fair will take place at the Marriott Griffin Gate at 1800 Newtown Pike from 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. The event is full of information and prizes for families who are currently […]
“Chat speak” is a language of its own. You are probably familiar with BRB and LOL, but the parenting world has its own codes for discussing family issues. Here is a glossary of commonly used acronyms found on “Mom” chat boards. FTM = First Time Mom LO = Little One DD = Dear or Darling […]
