Interesting Articles
Serotonin imbalance linked to sudden baby death
Serotonin imbalance linked to sudden baby death LAURAN NEERGAARD Associated Press July 4, 2008 Scientists have new evidence that the brain chemical best known for regulating mood also plays a role in the mystifying killer of seemingly healthy babies – sudden infant death syndrome. Autopsied brain tissue from SIDS babies first raised suspicion that [...]
The Mode of Transfer of Medications into Breastmilk
The Mode of Transfer of Medications into Breastmilk The nutritional and immunological benefits of human milk are well-documented and new data continues to be published to show that it is the finest source of nutrition for infants. During the first week postnatally, human milk is filled with immunoglobins (IgG, IgA, and IgM), interferons and other [...]
The Beatles had it right……”Let it Be”
An observation Jean Kouba RN IBCLC The Beatles had it right……”Let it Be” Gone are the days when you would be scolded by a neighbour for trying to scale a wall, swing on the washing line or tape your younger sibling to the back fence. We now know that they had our best interests [...]
Getting off to a Good Start
Getting off to a Good Start Jean Kouba RN. IBCLC The arrival of your baby is a special time and you have both been busy preparing for this momentous occasion. Names short listed, crib and accessories bought, cute outfits washed and ready. But what about the method of feeding this little one? Breastfeeding is [...]
