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Finding Quality Childcare
Are you or a co-worker getting ready to return from maternity or paternity leave and need to start thinking about childcare? This article can be used as a resource for helping parents successfully make the transition by knowing how to find a high quality day care or caregiver. We cover the fundamental qualities parents should look for when they go day care hunting and what to avoid. Equipped with this information your employees will be able to judge a quality child care provider! Qualificatio...
Healthy Horizons COO Named 40 Under 40 by Silicon Valley Business Journal
Cassi Janakos Named 40 Under 40 Silicon Valley Business Journal Cassandra “Cassi” Janakos has been selected for the Silicon Valley Business Journal 40 Under 40 2016. She was chosen for her work as COO and Co-Founder of Healthy Horizons and for her volunteer roles with the Society of Women Engineers as a Leadership Coaching Committee Team Lead and now Chair, as well as Region A Lt. Governor. Through Healthy Horizons Lactation Services, Janakos strives to change the way Silicon Valley compan...
Breastfeeding Week 2016
Breastfeeding and supporting breastfeeding is a key component to sustainable development. Sustainable development preserves social, environmental, and economic structures by improving well-being of present and future generations. Environment and Climate Change Breastmilk is a natural, renewable food that contributes to a sustainable environment! The 3 top reasons are: 1. The production of breastmilk is delivered to the baby without pollution, packaging, or waste. 2. The prod...
Benefits of Baby Sign Language
Benefits of Baby Sign Language Every parent has gone through the confusion of trying to guess what their baby is thinking. Your baby cries when it's hungry and cries when it wants to be held. It becomes the guessing game for a while until you start noticing patterns and behaviors the baby makes when they are hungry, thirsty, hot, and so on! Teaching your baby baby sign language for basic concepts (hungry, water, milk, sleep, more, hot, bath, etc) opens the door to better...
How to Help Transition Moms Back to Work
Your employee is returning to work after her maternity and bonding leave. What can you do to enable a smooth transition for her back into the workplace? Before They Return to Work Before your employee returns to work, send her an email congratulating her on the birth of her baby. Tell her that you are looking forward to having her back to work, send helpful information your company has on it's breastfeeding program, and encourage her to ask questions about her return. It is helpful for ...
Five Ways That Moms Can Use the Mother’s Room to Their Advantage
Working mothers often need to pump milk 2-3 times a day. Considering that a pumping session can take 20 minutes, how can a busy mother take advantage of her time in the mother’s room? 1. Networking Many mothers have made connections with other moms from other areas of their company through Mother’s Rooms. Moms often see the same people in the mother’s rooms every day, so it is natural for them to get to know each other and chat while pumping. They find out more about other divisions, projec...
Ask Sheila: Can I Breastfeed After Breast Cancer?
Melissa asks, “I am seven months pregnant and expecting our third child. I was able to breastfeed my other two for over two years without any issues after the initial learning curve for both babies. My concern is five years ago I was diagnosed with breast cancer and had a lumpectomy on my right side along with radiation therapy. My unaffected side has changed during this pregnancy, but the side that had the treatments has only changed a little. What are the chances I will able to successfully...
Ask Sheila: My Daycare Provider Thinks My Baby Needs More Milk
Q: Sherry asks, “Why does my four-month-old baby girl Ellie take less milk compared to the babies in her daycare that are getting formula? I just returned back to work and have been pumping my milk and leaving twelve ounces for her to drink during the day. She is growing well and very happy, but the daycare provider is making me feel like I am starving her.” A: First of all Sherry, what a wonderful job you are doing by pumping for your baby while you are at work. Most moms bring home between ...
Ask Sheila: Flying with an Infant
Aimee W. asks, “I have to take a flight with my five month old daughter Marie, who is breastfeeding. How does that work and should I take a bottle?” Marie is the perfect age to travel with on a plane and breastfeeding will make the trip that much easier. She is portable, not yet mobile or wanting to crawl. Most breastfed babies, like Marie, are easily calmed and quieted during the flight if they have access to the breast for feeds and comfort. Some mothers find that bringing an inflatable p...
Great Snacks for Lactating Mothers
Breastfeeding mothers don’t need to be on a special diet, but since they are usually busy taking care of the baby and family and may also be working, it’s easy to forget to eat. Taking time to prepare and eat regular meals can be challenging so easy and nutritious snacks can help. You probably feel like you are hungry all the time, especially since breastfeeding mothers need an extra 300-500 calories a day above their normal nutrition needs. It’s best if the calories are from healthy and nutr...
Ask Sheila: What is the Best Day to Return from Maternity Leave?
Madeline asks, "I'm going to work next week for the first time since maternity leave, what is the best day to start?" A: Starting on a Wednesday or Thursday is our recommendation. This will give you a chance to get into a routine and before you know it, you are back at home for the weekend to recover. When Monday comes around, you will be rested and ready to go with a few days of experience. Many women benefit from a back-to-work lactation consultation. Our Breastfeeding Center of...
Benefits of Wearing Your Baby
One important piece of advice that all soon to be parents and new parents should know is that babywearing has numerous positive impacts on baby. Babywearing combines skin-to-skin contact and easy transportation all in one cozy wrap! This gives baby the best experience! But wait, there's more to just wearing your baby. In fact, it is a tradition and custom in many cultures to wear your baby and for a variety reasons. No matter how you wear your baby (wrap, pouch, carrier, sling with rings)...
Tips On What To Wear For Working And Pumping Milk
If you’re a mother going back to work you probably need to start thinking about what clothes you can wear to easily pump milk for your baby. While it is likely that you have some clothes in your closet that you can wear to work and pump milk in, it is a good idea to see what is in your wardrobe before going back to work! Two-piece outfits that coordinate a top and bottom are the most useful for pumping milk. Skirt or slacks with a button down blouse or top that you can easily pull up work wel...
Three Strategies To Address Your Employees’ Concerns About Working and Breastfeeding
We recently spoke to a group of mothers returning to work in a month at our Healthy Horizons Back to Work Class. Many mothers had the same issues and concerns returning to work. We talked to the mothers about what they can do to prepare themselves for their return to the workplace. We also noted what companies can do to assist their employees’ return to work. Here are three ways you can address the top concerns of mothers going back to work 1. Provide easy access to information about your c...
A Teacher’s Experience Returning to Work & What Schools Can Do
One of our lactation educators recently met with her son’s teacher to discuss high school admissions. The teacher is due with her second baby in two months and her goal is to provide breastmilk for her baby for one year, with as little supplementing as possible. As a working mom she had concerns about returning to work and being successful with breastfeeding. We address her main concerns below and how she and the school can work together to support her in reaching her goal. Planning Ahead wit...
Guiding Your Employees Through Health Insurance: Breastpumps, Classes, and Lactation Consultations
Navigating company health insurance when having a baby can be a confusing process, particularly if the mother and baby need additional medical support. Do your employees know what your company insurance covers regarding breastpumps and lactation services? Do they know how to submit a claim? For many mothers, needing to rent a hospital grade pump and lactation consultations are a must. Many employees may not actually know what their insurance covers until after the fact. We suggest helping you...
