August 29th, 2009 by Neptunebaby
Did you know that, not only does breast milk feed your baby the most nutritious and perfect food, but it’s also healing?
Instead of spending $5.00 on Little Noses Saline spray, use breast milk to clear out your baby’s stuffy nose. It works great and it’s free!
It also aids the healing process of Conjuctivitis or “pink eye,” ear infections, scrapes, cuts and even sore nipples. We all know that your nipples go through hell when start breastfeeding. Instead of spending money on lanolin ointment, try using your own breast milk to heal your cracked/sore nipples. Now I’m not saying that if your child has an ear infection or “pink eye” that you shouldn’t go to the doctor, but breast milk will speed up the healing process and it’s something you can start to use before you make it to the doctor.
Does Breast Milk Really Heal?
Many doctors, researchers, and scientist agree that breast milk does appear to have healing properties that can prove beneficial when it comes to treating minor illnesses and injuries. This is because of the antibodies that breast milk contains. Just as breast milk provides your baby with necessary antibodies to fight off infection, it can also work to kill off bacteria and viruses when applied topically to problem areas.
Is Breast Milk Safe To Use?
You may be a little put off about using your breast milk to help cure your or your children’s illnesses. Rest assured however, breast milk is extremely clean and sterile for use. Just make sure that you store your breast milk correctly, as you would for feedings.
It is important to keep in mind that breast milk may not be 100% effective in ending infections or illnesses. For this reason, keep a close watch on infections and be sure to seek appropriate medical treatment if the infection does not resolve itself promptly. Never rely on breast milk as a cure for serious illness or disease.
August 29th, 2009 by Neptunebaby
I can’t believe I forgot to post the very best breastfeeding site there is on the internet! Kellymom has everything you could ever want or need to know about breastfeeding. Think your milk supply is low? Go to Kellymom to find out if you’re right and what you can do about it. Wondering if there’s a specific way to bottle feed your breastfed baby? The answers are there at Kellymom. Want to know what kind of medication is safe during breastfeeding? Head on over to Kellymom.
And since I’m on the topic of medications – and I’m currently sick with some horrid sinus/upper respiratory infection and a nursing mom – let me just bring something to your attention. VERY IMPORTANT: Even though a medication may be “safe” to use while breastfeeding you have to keep something in mind – if you take something to dry you up (runny nose, etc) it is very possible that it will dry up your milk supply too. In most cases it is better to use a sinus rinse kit or Netty Pot instead of messing with your milk supply. And yes.. continue to breastfeed even if you’re sick. It helps pass along the antibodies to your baby to help him/her fight the infection.
August 28th, 2009 by Neptunebaby
I just received my September 2009 Parenting magazine in the mail. Inside the front cover there is a coupon for a Free $10.00 Target GiftCard with the purchase of any new or transferred prescription. The coupon is good through 11/17/09.
August 28th, 2009 by Neptunebaby
August is National Breastfeeding Awareness month which is good news for breastfeeding moms. Lansinoh and Examiner.com have combined their efforts to offer you some great discounts when you make a purchase through Diapers.com.
* LansinohExPads – $1.00 off any Lansinoh nursing pads (Regular or Ultra Soft)
* LansinohExBags – $1.00 off any Lansinoh milk storage bags
* LansinohExLanolin – $1.00 off Lansinoh HPA Lanolin
* LansinohExDiaperrash – $1.00 off Lansinoh Diaper Rash Ointment
* LansinohExLatch- $1.00 off Lansinoh LatchAssist
* LansinohExCloths – $0.50 off any Lansinoh Clean & Condition Cloths
*found at Examiner.com
August 28th, 2009 by Neptunebaby
Back-to-School basics from Nestle – get your free calendar full of money saving coupons! Limit 1 calendar per household.
August 27th, 2009 by Neptunebaby
Check out the deals at Target! Save $27 on baby products with these printable Target coupons. Don’t forget, they can be combined with manufacturer coupons for even more savings!
$1.50/1 Huggies diapers
$1/1 Luvs diapers
$2.50 both Pampers diapers and wipes
.75/1 Earth’s best cereal or snack
$1/2 Gerber Graduates Juice or Meals
$1/2 Gerber Graduates Yogurt Melts or Puffs
$2/1 Boost Kid Essentials
$2 of Similac
$2/1 Enfamil
$1/1 Aveeno baby toiletry
$1/1 Burt’s Bees Baby
$2/1 California Baby Shampoo or bubble bath
$1/1 Desitin
$1.50/1 Huggies wipes
$1/1 Johnson’s Baby product
.75/1 Pamper’s Kandoo wipes
$1/1 Gerber Feeding accessory
$1/1 Gerber onesies or layette
$2/1 Medela accessory
$1 off 2 pk Playtex insulator cups
August 27th, 2009 by Neptunebaby
We had Cash For Clunkers to help boost our economy and now Toys R Us and Babies R Us are starting a nationwide program called The Great Trade-in event. This is something all mommy’s should be happy about!
From Friday, August 28 through Sunday, September 20, Babies”R”Us and Toys”R”Us stores nationwide are holding the “Great Trade-In” event, providing our customers the opportunity to trade-in any used cribs, car seats, bassinets, strollers, travel systems, playards or high chairs in exchange for a 20% savings on the purchase of any new baby item, in any of these product categories, from select manufacturers.
Many manufacturers are participating in this Great Trade-in event including Graco, Britax, Delta and Evenflo. Customers can use their 20% coupon on purchases made the same day. Get ready to shop, ladies and gents!
August 27th, 2009 by Neptunebaby
Lilypadz silicone reusable nursing pads are the greatest nursing pads available these days. I got so tired of buying new disposables and tired of washing the cotton reusable pads because you can’t put them in the dryer. Lilypadz don’t absorb leaks, they actually stop leaks from ever happening. There isn’t a better nursing pad out there! The best part is that I found them for an awesome price at Health Check Systems. They are only $16.00 instead of paying $19.95 at most other retail stores. Plus if you use PROMO CODE: SHACK you get an additional 5% off.
How do Lilypadz work?
LilyPadzs unique design works on the age-old principle that pressure on the nipple (like a finger) temporarily stops breast milk leakage, LilyPadz keep that pressure constant, even in the absence of a bra. So instead of absorbing your milk, LilyPadz prevents you from leaking altogether! LilyPadz are so thin you no longer have to worry about them showing through your shirt or bra. You can even wear them swimming! They can be used and re-used as much as you like.
August 27th, 2009 by Neptunebaby
Elizabeth, my nearly 6 month old daughter, had her check up at the doctor today. She got 2 shots and had to have her finger pricked and didn’t even cry. What a little trooper! Now she’s ready to go shopping with Nana as her reward. =)
August 27th, 2009 by Neptunebaby
Baskin Robbins is offering a $1 coupon off a $4.00 purchase just for completing a quick online survey! I just finished the survey – which only took me 30 seconds – and when my husband gets home from the pediatrician with our 6 month old daughter, I’ll be sending him for some delicious ice cream! Take the survey and print your coupon. Offer ends 09/10/09!
