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6 Tips to Save Money While Raising an Infant
How To Save Money While Raising an Infant Welcoming a child into the world is an exciting milestone for your family, but the unfortunate truth of parenthood is that it can be very expensive. The US Department of Agriculture reports that the average middle-income family typically spends as much as $16,180 during a baby’s first year of life. This adds up to over a quarter of a million dollars spent on food, shelter, and necessities by the time the average American child turns 17. The good news ...
Ask Sheila: Nursing a Premature Baby
Nursing a Premature Baby Kim H. asks, "I have been on bed rest since I was 22 weeks pregnant and now at 32 weeks my OB feels I may be delivering soon. How can I make sure I have breastmilk for my baby if she is born premature and has to stay in the hospital nursery?" A: If she is born early you can help to ensure that your milk supply will come in as fast as possible by starting to do hand expression or hand pumping right after the birth. It is recommended that you begin using a ho...
Baby’s First Fruits and Vegetables
Introducing Solid Foods to Babies If your baby is ready for solid food, you may be thinking what are good first foods to introduce to my baby? Besides rice cereal or oatmeal, here are some favorite first fruits and vegetables that moms and babies like. There’s no advantage in introducing foods in a particular order, but it is best to introduce one food at a time and to wait 3 days before trying another to check for allergic reactions. Below are some popular first foods from experienced moms. ...
Baby Sign Language
Baby Sign Language Baby Sign Language can be a fun and effective way for you and your baby to communicate. It can help ease frustration between parents and baby. Starting around 8 months, children start to mimic gestures like waving goodbye which they have learned from watching their parents. It is also a time when they start to know what they want but aren’t talking yet to express themselves. Showing your baby sign language and practicing with them is a good way to spend time bonding with yo...
Mom Hack: Get Baby Ready For Water Play!
Mom Hack for Summer Season Now that it is finally summer travel season, many families plan vacations at resorts and look forward to playing with their baby in the pool or at the beach. Before you go, make sure your baby is ready for some fun in the water. This is especially true if your baby has never been in the water (other than a bath). While some infants love being in the pool right away, others may be afraid and need time to get used to the water. Ensure that your summer vacation goes s...
Healthy Horizons CEO Sheila Janakos Receives Women of Influence Award 2018
Women of Influence Award (2018) In May 2018, Healthy Horizons CEO, Sheila Janakos was named one of 100 Silicon Valley leaders awarded the Silicon Valley Business Journal’s Women of Influence 2018 Award. Their June 2018 edition of the magazine includes Sheila’s mission to make breastfeeding accessible to all mothers everywhere and at every workplace. She is described as an “outspoken advocate for families and a pioneer in the workplace breastfeeding industry.” She is celebrated for providing m...
Ask Sheila: Temporary Break
Temporary Break Veronica asks, “I really want to breastfeed my baby when she is born, but I am afraid that if I get sick or need to take medication I will have to stop. Is there a way to take a temporary break from nursing if needed?” The good news is that even if a nursing mother gets sick, we frequently encourage her to continue to breastfeed her baby. Her breastmilk will provide special protection against any illness to which she has been exposed. Continued nursing permits mothers to pas...
Breastpump 101
Buying/Renting a Hospital Grade Breastpump Top Reasons Why Healthy Horizons Recommends Buying/Renting a Hospital Grade Breastpump: 1. A hospital grade pump helps increase milk supply. 2. A hospital grade pump reduces pumping time by facilitating faster let-down. 3. A hospital grade pump helps mothers who have low milk supply, who are establishing milk supply, and who want to start storing breastmilk. 4. A hospital grade pump quickly alleviates engorgement. Breastpump Guide: Healthy H...
What Are My Breastmilk Storage Options?
Breastmilk Storage Options Whether you’re pumping at home or at work, there are several ways you can store your milk. The most important factors in milk storage are ultimately how and when it will be used. Bottle Storage Bottle Storage Storing breastmilk in bottles is convenient if the milk will be stored in the refrigerator and used within 7 days. Breastmilk can be pumped directly into bottles, and then capped with a screw top lid. Some bottles also use a lid where you can add a nipple ...
Mom Hack: Infant Probiotics
Probiotics in Breastmilk Babies receive beneficial probiotic bacteria from their mother's breastmilk and special sugars to develop the necessary gut bacteria for digestive health. However, sometimes this bacteria balance gets upset. This is common if mom or baby has to take antibiotics or develops thrush. Infant probiotics can reduce harmful bacteria and put the gut flora back in balance. Although more research is needed, baby probiotics may also help reduce colic in babies. Infant Pr...
The Value of Family-Friendly Company Events
Corporate Family-Friendly Events Corporate family-friendly events that invite an employee’s family, benefits a company in many ways. These events help boost the company’s image, show gratitude to employees, and encourage participation and deepens employees’ connections with each other. While there may be more cost and planning for throwing family events, companies come out ahead in employee retention and increased company morale. Learn how your company can benefit! Show Employees Your Grati...
Mom Hack: How to Make Momsicles for Teething Babies
Breastmilk Popsicles for Teething Babies As the weather heats up, and your little one starts teething, some moms rely on homemade popsicles made from breastmilk also known as Momsicles. Since the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends waiting to start solid food until your baby is 6 months old to lower the possibility of food allergies, Momsicles are perfect for babies who start teething earlier. Even when not teething, babies love them as a healthy treat. How to Make Momsicles To ma...
Why Rent A Hospital-Grade Breastpump For Your Home?
Why Rent A Hospital-Grade Breast Pump For Your Home? When people think of hospital-grade breast pumps, they may think they are only used in the NICU for moms with premature babies, mothers with breastfeeding issues, or moms at work. They may think these pumps are unattainable or simply overkill to have at home. However, today’s moms want to have a hospital-grade breast pump in their home for the convenience and efficiency it delivers. There are many reasons why a mom without serious bre...
Creating A True Family Friendly Work Environment
Companies develop family-friendly policies and lactation programs because they know it helps retain employees and improves the company’s bottom line. At your company, benefits and policies for family and lactation support may have been developed and deployed, however the actual employee working environment may not have changed. To truly make a family-friendly environment, both managers and employees need to be supportive toward their co-workers who are new parents. Take a look at the corporat...
Mother’s Rooms at Conferences, Special Events, and Holiday Parties
Mother's Rooms at Conferences Are you are planning your next offsite corporate event? Make sure to include a place for breastfeeding mothers to pump milk! Breastfeeding mothers attending corporate events outside the company building or their normal office space need a place to pump milk, which may not be readily available unless it’s planned. With advance planning, you can ensure that the mothers at your corporate events are taken care of, this includes your employees, partners of employ...
Mom Hack: Nursing Bra Tips
Nursing Bra Tips Whether you are expecting your first baby, or nursing your second, it's important to make sure you are wearing a bra that fits. Breasts can change sizes during pregnancy, after birth, and as your little one grows while breastfeeding. Poorly fitting bras are not only uncomfortable but can cause breastfeeding problems such as clogged ducts and even mastitis. Check that your bras are comfortable and fit well. If you find yourself needing a new bra, here are some tips on fin...
