by Melody Cook, B.S., R.M.T. What is Pregnancy Massage? Pregnancy is a time of major structural, physiological, psychological, spiritual, and social changes. Some of these changes produce discomforts and concerns, which can be addressed with appropriate massage therapy and body use guidance. Pregnancy massage therapy is beneficial throughout the nine months of a low-risk…
Michel Odent, M.D. It is exceptionally rare that a baby born at term with a normal birth weight dies from a B strep infection. Those who are more vulnerable are premature babies and small-for-date babies. Three studies published in authoritative medical journals suggest that the use of a vaginal spray of chlorhexidine is as effective…
by Dr. Laura Mason-Scarborough Hold the Fritos, and pass the carrots. Most kids today are not eating what they need for proper growth and general health. According to the September ‘97 Journal of Pediatrics, only 1% of American children aged 2 to 19 eat healthy diets. With a rapidly growing kid’s vitamin industry, it is…
by Jane Sheppard In an ideal world, our kids would be getting enough nutrients from the food they eat. But we know that is not always the case. Even if we buy organic whole food, our children will not always eat it. A sad reality for a vast amount of kids is that they like…
Kids need whole foods to be healthy. As parents responsible for our kids’ nutrition, we need to provide them with a variety of the freshest, organic, whole foods so their bodies can be healthy and develop fully. Whole foods are unrefined grains, beans, nuts, seeds, fruits and vegetables. Your child’s body relies on the…
By Jane Sheppard Many of us, as teen-agers, have experienced the dread of acne. Blackheads, whiteheads and the red, swollen, pus-filled lesions we call pimples is a disease common in teens called acne vulgaris. Eight out of every ten teens experience it. Mild acne is considered a “normal” condition of puberty, continuing throughout the teen…
by Jane Sheppard Summer is almost here, along with warm, sunny days and the possibility of sunburn. With fair skin and freckles, my daughter and I have to be vigilant about preventing sunburn. While too much sun can cause sunburn and skin damage, moderate sunshine is necessary and beneficial to health. We all need adequate…
by Jane Sheppard Many of us, as teen-agers, have experienced the dread of acne. Blackheads, whiteheads and the red, swollen, pus-filled lesions we call pimples is a disease common in teens called acne vulgaris. Eight out of every ten teens experience it. Mild acne is considered a “normal” condition of puberty, continuing throughout the teen…
by Jane Sheppard If you find that bugs or insects are feeding on your children, be careful that the toxic “solution” does not put your children at greater health risk than the problem. Many of the bug or insect repellent sprays, lotions or liquids that are used on children to repel ticks, mosquitos or other…
Natural First Aid for Summer By Jane Sheppard Summer brings plenty of opportunities for kids to be outdoors. More time in nature is healthy, but children can be vulnerable to certain hazards – sunburn, insect bites, poison oak or ivy, cuts, abrasions, and other injuries. The good news is you don’t need to expose your…
Natural Treatment for Sunburn By Jane Sheppard Although moderate sunshine is healthy, children can easily get too much sun. A safe sunscreen or protective clothing should be used if spending long periods of time in the sun. If your child does get a sunburn you can help soothe the pain by taking the following steps:…
By Jane Sheppard Chemical Sensitivity, Environmental Illness, Allergies and Sick Home Syndrome The numbers of children who do not feel well are sadly increasing. Parents are puzzled because their children do not seem to remember things as well as they used to, or they may not be able to learn at their natural level of…