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Oh no she didn't...14 lb baby born naturally!

Modest Middles — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 16:19:38 GMT

Just saw a post about a woman whose first baby was over 12 lbs and just gave birth to her second child....almost 14 lbs! She had a 6 hour labor and used no medication. It was a vaginal birth and evidently all is well. I've done 10.2 lbs and definitely pray for anything smaller. I didn't even know that delivering a 14 pounder naturally was possible. Kudos to mom. She definitely has "proven birthing hips" (I hated it when the doctor told me that).

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The Return of Wet Nursing...A Job for Stay at Home Moms?

Modest Middles — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:40:59 GMT

It seems ever since Salma Hayek nursed a sick baby in a 3rd world country that the subject of wet nursing pops up every once in awhile. This article talks about it as a source of income for new moms. It also acknowledges the "ick" factor for most moms. I would not consider it for a source of income, but I was surprised that Salma Hayek was so heavily criticized. The baby she nursed was so malnurished-looking. I was also surprised at how expensive bank milk is. The article says it costs about $12,000 for a 3 month supply of banked milk---that's close to liquid gold.

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If your child has special needs, check out 10 Minutes for Talking: How to Maximize the Communication of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Other Communication Delays in Just 10 Minutes a Day! to get 500+ ideas to help parents maximize the communication of children with special needs in everyday interactions. You can INCREASE your child's communication using the activities YOU ALREADY DO EVERYDAY!

Just 15 minutes of peace and quiet...

Modest Middles — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 21:03:13 GMT

I know it's not Christmas, but this comic strip seems relevant....always! =)

On the catwalk at 5 months pregnant?

Modest Middles — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 17:23:07 GMT

I saw this article on yahoo about model Alessandra Ambrosio, who is 5 months pregnant and still strutting her stuff on the catwalk. With 5 days left in my 6th pregnancy, all I can think is (a) genetics don't play fair and (b) lucky lady! Check out her pics-she looks great!!!

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If your child has special needs, check out 10 Minutes for Talking: How to Maximize the Communication of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Other Communication Delays in Just 10 Minutes a Day! to get 500+ ideas to help parents maximize the communication of children with special needs in everyday interactions. You can INCREASE your child's communication using the activities YOU ALREADY DO EVERYDAY!

New Mommy Website Launched!

Modest Middles — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 15:41:51 GMT

Check out the new mommy website Global Motherhood.

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My back feels SO much better!

Modest Middles — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 17:27:26 GMT

Have you ever had a prenatal massage? I had my first one yesterday....My back hasn't felt this good in months!!! 10 days and counting until the newest little one is due. Having my back feel good is making the wait SO much easier!

Here's some information on prenatal massage I found helpful.

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Have fun w/your child and share a book!

Modest Middles — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 18:04:19 GMT

Had a wonderful morning w/my 2 little girls-We took turns reading princess books snuggled up! Even my 1 yo tried to retell the story. Have fun w/your child today & read a book together!

Need more reasons to spend facetime with your baby?

Modest Middles — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 16:50:38 GMT

Do babies read lips to learn to talk? A new University study says they do! At 6 months of age, the time typically marked by a baby moving from strictly cooing (using vowel sounds) to babbling (mixing consonants and vowels to make "word-like" vocalizations), the study found that babies start paying more attention to the speakers lips-as if to figure out how to make those same sounds! This is particularly interesting considering that same age is when an alert MD and/or parent often notices other developmental delays (e.g., autism spectrum disorder, etc.). Check out the article linked above for more info and be sure to give your baby some facetime today!!! The time you spend with your baby face to face is so rewarding on so many levels....enjoy!

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Can babies read lips?

Modest Middles — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 16:48:13 GMT

Do babies read lips to learn to talk? A new University study says they do! At 6 months of age, the time typically marked by a baby moving from strictly cooing (using vowel sounds) to babbling (mixing consonants and vowels to make "word-like" vocalizations), the study found that babies start paying more attention to the speakers lips-as if to figure out how to make those same sounds! This is particularly interesting considering that same age is when an alert MD and/or parent often notices other developmental delays (e.g., autism spectrum disorder, etc.). Check out the article linked above for more info and be sure to give your baby some facetime today!!!

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Happy MLK Jr. Day!

Modest Middles — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 15:50:41 GMT

Enjoy the day off!

Baby Laundry Detergent

Modest Middles — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 15:15:43 GMT

Do you spend the extra money to buy the laundry detergent marketed as "baby" detergent?

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Sesame Street says breastfeeding isn't the most natural choice anymore?

Modest Middles — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 16:50:29 GMT

Sesame Street teaches ABCs, tackles homosexuality, but says no to breastfeeding...even though it was allowed in 1970's & 90's episodes. Click link for more info. http://shine.yahoo.com/parenting/sesame-street-teach-kids-breastfeeding-185000424.html

Be sure to leave your comments. You'll be surprised how many people post negatively about the topic of breastfeeding. Let's give some support to nursing moms.

Rules for Baby Names

Modest Middles — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 16:10:39 GMT

With less than 3 weeks to go, we are still struggling to name our new little boy. I like nicknames, my husband doesn't. Did you have any rules about naming your kids? Check out these celebrity baby names....some are pretty unusual!

An attitude of gratitude?

Modest Middles — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 16:34:16 GMT

We've always raised our kids to say "sorry," "please" & "thank you", but find it sometimes hard to teach the kids true gratitude. I'd love to get ideas that have worked for you!

Core Strength is SO Important!

Modest Middles — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 20:22:36 GMT

I can't do these core strengthening exercises yet, but soon!!! I thought they might be helpful to others! Check out this core strengthening exercise...

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When should baby be introduced to solids?

Modest Middles — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 15:05:06 GMT

There are many different philosophies about when to introduce table food to baby. I've varied on when I've introduced it based on signs my children have demonstrated (as early as 4 months as late as 6 months). Several of my friends even wait until 9-12 months. Here is some information I have found helpful.

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Post-partum Depression or Baby Blues?

Modest Middles — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 15:29:39 GMT

Have you experienced post-partum depression or the baby blues? I found this article to be really helpful in identifying the difference and some ideas to help.

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Is Apple Juice Safe, Tiger Mom Parenting....The Crazy Parenting Issues of 2011!

Modest Middles — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 17:05:24 GMT

It's amazing all the information that we as parents get and must integrate in the age of the internet, can sometimes be overwhelming. 2011 did not disappoint. Between HPV vaccines for boys, Tiger Mom Parenting and the Arsenic in the Apple Juice scare from Dr. Oz, there were definitely some crazy issues to deal with. Check out this article from Shine for a recap!

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Baby Showers

Modest Middles — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 17:26:37 GMT

I'm on baby #6. Someone recently asked me if I was having a baby shower. I'm not having a shower, but with the last 4 babies my mom, sisters and Aunt have gone out to dinner (and dessert). It's a blast and a nice night out with no kids (except the one in my belly). Do you think you should have a baby shower after baby #1?

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Ho Ho Ho!

Modest Middles — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 18:09:06 GMT