Protected: Weeks 102-105 Happy 2nd Birthday!

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Protected: Weeks 97-101 Art’s Birthday in California

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Protected: Weeks 86-96 Visiting D.C.

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Sharon’s Lactation Cookies

These cookies helped me through a complicated period of establishing a nursing relationship which included pumping, shields and a lot of support from breastfeeding mommies. I consulted with a good friend who is a nutritionist and a postpartum doula in developing this recipe. Please credit me if you share it.   Sharon’s Breastfeeding Cookies Double Recipe with ginger and powerhouse ingredients, can be made ahead, frozen and baked in batches as needed. (Makes 12 dozen cookies) INGREDIENTS: 6 T flaxseed {Read More}

More Baby Signs

The class was a success! We sang, danced, played and ate our way through learning the signs. The music  turned out to be helpful in remembering the signs. My daughter still signs for emphasis and clarity from time to time.  Best of all, we skipped over the tantrum phase completely because she was always able to make her needs clear. Signing is still useful when I have a migraine or a sore throat. The quiet can be blissful!

Protected: Week Five

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Protected: Week Three

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Baby Sign Language Class Coming in October

The No Tantrum Solution  Baby Sign Language FAQ 1.What are the benefits of signing with my baby? 2.  Is Baby Sign Language the same thing as American Sign Language? 3. What resources should I use to learn Baby Sign Language? 4. When should I begin signing to my child? a. When will my child start signing back? b. When is my child too old to use signing? 5. What is the best way to teach signing? a. Including signing in {Read More}

Bananas and Chocolate

I used my last surge of second trimester energy to prepare meals for when we brought Amélie home.  I wanted meals that were nurturing and comforting. I have fond memories of eating these sweet tamales on family ski trips in Taos.  Serve with a steaming cup of Mexican hot chocolate.

Protected: Week Four

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