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Welcome!

The Hello, Baby! Expo is back for a 6th year with learning and fun for parents, parents-to-be and their families.

New babies bring a lot of changes, and new parents naturally have a lot of questions. At the Expo, parents can ind answers to things they wonder: Who should we choose as our healthcare provider?

What should we expect on delivery day? What if my baby cries?

How do we best take care of mom and baby before, during and after the delivery?

A variety of retail businesses and service providers will be present to share info, samples and special ofers. And there will be a host of great prizes you could win throughout the day.

Join in on fun and games, too! You won’t want to miss the Enfamil Formula Fun Crawling Races, Early Head Start’s Play to Learn area or Make-and-Take a Toy for baby.

Please join us! Attend the Expo and discover wonderful ways to get your new family started right.

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MEET THE MU DOCTORS Physicians ailiated with MU Health Care will be on hand to discuss every aspect of pregnancy, childbirth and infant care. Talk with experts about preconception, counseling, fertility, and facts and myths about pregnancy. Also learn about signs of labor, lactation, newborn and pediatric care, vaccinations — or anything else you want to know about.

Make sure to visit the MU Health Care booths to learn about these topics and much more!

Prenatal Support and Natural Birthing (booth 49) Lactation and Breastfeeding Support (booth 24) Children’s Primary Care (booth 23) Children’s Hearing, Feeding and Swallowing Diiculties/Allergies (booth 53)

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Children’s Speech, Occupational and Physical Therapy/Pelvic Health (booth 54) Postpartum Support (booth 25) Prenatal Chiropractic Care (booth 26) Lactation Supplements and Child Medications (booth 27)

ADMISSION $5 for adults Children 10 and under attend free

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Highlights ENGAGE Look for these activity areas around the Expo.

Enfamil ‘Formula Fun’ Crawling Races Booth 32, 9:30 am and 10:30 am

Harmony’s Treasure Box Fashion Show Stage, 11:30 am

See Build-A-Bear’s Bearemy Around the Expo, 11 am - 1 pm

Central Missouri Community Action Play to Learn Booth 29, All day

Postpartum Depression Seminar

by Beth Orns, MSW, LCSW Stage, 10 am and 12 pm

Central Missouri Community Action Booth 30, All day

Pain Management by Lori Anderson, CNM Stage, 9 am and 11 am

Daniel Boone Regional Library Sensory Learning Area Booth 17, All day

DISCOVER Visit these exhibitors for learning or relaxation.

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SHOP Find specialty baby items and time-saving, useful services.

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PRIZES Enter to win valuable, fun prizes!

BobGear Stroller from MU Health Care Babymoon Trip from Columbia Daily Tribune $200 Gift Card to Columbia Mall $300 Gift Card to Menards Wonderful gift baskets, toys and gear, and much more!

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What to Pack As the big day draws closer, you’ll want to make sure you have everything you need for your time in the hospital packed and ready to go. Here’s a list of things to include that will make your stay more comfortable: For mom: • A printed copy of your birth plan • Insurance card • List of current medications and dosages • Chargers for your phone, tablet, laptop or any other devices you plan to bring • Hair elastics or headbands • Nursing bras • Breast pads • Pajamas (if you prefer to not wear a hospital gown) • Slippers or socks • Toiletries • A change of clothes to wear home For baby: • Car seat* • Booties or socks • Outit to wear home Receiving blankets Please review your car seat instructions for proper installation and have it installed before you arrive at the hospital. The Safe Kids Columbia Coalition can help ensure your car seat is safely installed. Schedule an inspection by calling (573) 874-7556.

For your partner or support person • Comfortable clothes to change into (layers are best) • Swimwear (if you plan on using hydrotherapy during labor) • Pajamas • Toiletries • Medications, including Tylenol or Advil • Snacks For siblings • A gift to give the baby • A gift from the family to the older sibling • A favorite toy • Crayons, markers, paper and coloring books • Snacks Content provided by MU Health Care

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Postpartum Recovery Tips You’re looking forward to bringing your baby home: You’ve got the nursery put together and found the most adorable outits for your little bundle of joy. But one thing you may not be thinking about is the recovery period. Here are some things to know: You will be tired.

So, so tired. Your baby likely won’t be sleeping through the night, and you’ll be recovering from a major body-altering event. But you’ll need some rest to be at your best. Accept help from close friends and family, and consider the old “sleep when the baby sleeps” rule. The vacuuming and laundry can always wait.

Your body will continue to change.

Cramp pains in your uterus will last a few days as your body’s way of decreasing postpartum bleeding.

If you had any tearing, the area will be very sensitive when you irst come home.

“Padsicles” — sanitary napkins soaked in witch hazel and then popped in the freezer — can be very helpful.

Many women develop hemorrhoids during pushing. Drink lots of luids and eat a high-iber diet with plenty of fruits and vegetables.

A few days after delivery, your breasts might become tender and large as your milk comes in. Breastfeeding frequently will help relieve this discomfort. Even for women who are not breastfeeding, wearing a supportive bra is recommended.

Call your health care professional if you experience fever, an increase in vaginal discharge or bleeding, intense pain or cramping, feelings of depression or diiculty breathing.

Go to your postpartum appointments.

Schedule an appointment with your health care provider about six weeks after delivery. This is a good time to ask follow-up questions about topics such as birth control and postpartum mental health.

Accept help.

Your family and close friends might be eager to ofer help. If they ask how they can help, don’t be shy about asking if they can help prepare freezer meals, set up a meal delivery rotation among friends and family, help out with older siblings or help you

deep-clean your home before your baby arrives. We promise they’ll be delighted to be of assistance.

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Preparing Siblings for Baby Youngsters often look forward to welcoming the newest addition to the family, but sometimes they need some help getting used to new roles and routines.

Lyndsay Kalista, a registered nurse at Women’s and Children’s Hospital, teaches a class called Big Kids Only, which helps children aged 2 to 10 prepare for the arrival of their new siblings.

to see what a baby looks like. Try getting out some of the equipment and teach her what it is for, or let her play with items like a clean diaper and wipe to practice on a stufed animal.

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What are some of the things kids in the Big Kids Only class learn about?

Our Big Kids Only class is speciically designed to celebrate kids becoming big brothers and sisters. We read a book about preparing for baby and learn how babies communicate. The kids learn how to change a diaper, swaddle and hold a baby. We talk about safety and never picking up baby without Mom or Dad. We also talk about playing with the new baby and how to be safe with their big kid toys. We even take a ield trip to see a real baby on the unit. To end the class, we make a birthday card to welcome the new baby.

What are some of the most common concerns you see these kids express about their new siblings?

Most children are worried about holding the baby. We have weighted baby dolls that they get to practice holding so they can see what it will feel like to hold a real baby.

Some children express concern about the baby crying a lot and thinking the baby is sad, so we discuss how babies communicate by crying and that it doesn’t always mean they are sad, but rather they need something.

Some are worried about sharing their toys, so we talk about how to gently play with a baby and what toys would be a good option to share with them. We also talk about keeping their big-kid toys out of reach.

What tips do you have for parents talking to their kids about new siblings?

Kids love it when their parents say nice things about them, so when talking about a new baby, try talking about all of the good memories from when your child was a baby.

Talk about how you rocked her, talked to her, and read to her, this will help your child feel loved and also want to show love to the new baby. Show her pictures of her as a baby because she will be amazed that she was once that small and also be able

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Lactation Cookie?!

Cookies and milk aren’t just for kids. In fact, some cookies might help you make more milk.

Lori Lampe, RN, IBCLC, a certiied lactation consultant at MU Health Care recommends lactation cookies as a way to stimulate milk supply.

The three important ingredients are brewer’s yeast, laxseed and old-fashioned oats. In addition to assisting with milk production, brewer’s yeast is an excellent source of protein, iron and B vitamins, which can help ight fatigue — a deinite plus for a tired mama.

Here’s one of our favorite recipes: INGREDIENTS: 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats 1 1/2 cups all-purpose lour 5 tablespoons brewer’s yeast (ind it in the health food aisle or at a natural grocery store) 3 tablespoons ground laxseed 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup unsalted butter 1 1/2 cups sugar 1 large egg + 1 large egg yolk 2 tsp vanilla extract 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips, nuts, M&Ms or your favorite cookie addition DIRECTIONS: Preheat the oven the 350 degrees.

In a large bowl, combine oats, lour, yeast, laxseed, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt.

In another bowl, use your electric mixer to beat the butter until creamy. Add the sugar and beat on medium to high speed until lufy, scraping down the sides of the bowl if needed. Add in the egg and egg yolk, beating until combined, then add the vanilla extract and again beat until combined. Gradually add in the dry ingredients, beating on low speed until just combined and mixed. Stir in the chocolate chips with a spatula.

Scoop the dough into 1-inch rounds and place on a baking sheet about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10 to 14 minutes, or until the bottoms begin to turn golden. Let cool completely before storing in a sealed container.

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Gentle C-Section The bond between a mother and her baby is a special thing. That’s why the medical team at Women’s and Children’s Hospital strives to implement a range of practices that ensure best starts for mothers and their babies. The gentle C-section is one of these practices.

Jacqueline Leasure, clinical manager of nursing services at Women’s and Children’s Hospital, said much of what diferentiates a gentle C-section from the standard procedure are environmental considerations, including dimmer lighting, a quieter environment and music of the patient’s choice.

The most notable diference is what’s sometimes referred to as the peek-a-boo drape. During a C-section, a curtain-like drape is used to create a sterile area for the surgery to take place. Although having the drape in place lowers the risk for infection, many mothers feel disconnected from the births of their babies.

The peek-a-boo drape has a lap that can be fastened down with Velcro to reveal a window, which allows the mother to witness the birth of her child.

“It’s exciting for our patients. We have

moms who end up having an unplanned C-section with their irst delivery who now get to look forward to observing the birth of their baby for their next C-section. This gives more of a natural birth experience to them,” Leasure said.

After a quick towel of, baby is immediately given to mom for some bonding time. Meanwhile, the obstetrician covers the clear partition and completes the surgery.

Women’s and Children’s Hospital introduced the gentle C-section in 2015 as it pursued its Baby Friendly designation, a recognition bestowed by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) that honors excellence in providing education and encouragement for breastfeeding.

“With our Baby Friendly designation, part of the holistic picture of the care we are providing really involves the care of the couplet — the mom and baby as a unit. What we want to do is promote initial bonding and initial feeding,” Leasure said.

“That’s the gold standard.”

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Kangaroo Care: The Beneits of Skin-to-Skin Contact Between Baby and Parent From the moment children are born, their basic needs are clear: warmth, comfort and nourishment.

Although modern medicine does amazing things to care for babies in need, the obstetrics team at MU Health Care has found great success with a remarkably simple policy for newborn care.

“Research has shown just how important it is to get all babies in contact with their parents as soon as possible,” says Lori Anderson, MSN, Certiied Nurse Midwife (CNM) with MU Health Care. “Women’s and Children’s Hospital makes that a priority and plans for baby to go directly to mom’s skin immediately at birth.”

According to Anderson, this method of skin-to-skin contact, otherwise known as kangaroo care, ofers a slew of beneits for babies. With kangaroo care: • A newborn’s temperature regulates and stabilizes earlier and easier.

• Breathing and heart rate are steadier, and the transition from in-utero to breathing is easier and better accepted.

• Blood sugars regulate faster.

• The baby builds immunity and has a higher protection from allergens.

• Babies are calmer and happier.

• Breastfeeding success rates are much higher (latching occurs easier and often without assistance).

• “Parents beneit by bonding quickly and forming an early attachment,” Anderson adds. “Partners can also do skin-to-skin with baby and get similar beneits.”

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Trust your instincts “It works because of the simplicity,” Anderson says. “It is natural and normal.”

It isn’t uncommon for parents — especially irst-time parents — to feel uneasy about their ability to care for a newborn, but Anderson stresses that they already have what they need to succeed.

“Relax, focus on your feelings and trust yourself,” she says. “I think [kangaroo care] tells us that we need very little when it comes to giving our children what they need.”

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Dress your baby in sleep clothing, such as a one-piece sleeper and do not use a blanket.

Baby should not sleep in an adult bed, on the couch, or on a chair alone, with you, or with anyone else.

Baby’s sleep area is next to where parent’s sleep.

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Kickstart Healthy Habits When it seems that everyone around you is feeling under the weather, you can be your own best line of defense against getting sick. Help ward of sickness for yourself and your family with these self-care tips that help promote healthy habits and ight of illness.

Eat right A diet that is rich in fruit and vegetables can give your body the immunity-boosting nutrients it needs to function properly.

Avoid excess, empty calories and instead aim for meals that deliver a healthy balance of all food groups.

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washing is an important step to help avoid getting sick and spreading germs to others. You can ind more hand-washing tips and information by visiting CDC.gov/ handwashing.

Get up and move Exercise is one of your strongest weapons against illness. A regular routine that gets your blood pumping is good for overall health and your immune system. It can help lush toxins and keep your body in top condition.

Just say no When it comes to protecting yourself and your family, give yourself permission to draw hard lines about spending time with those who aren’t feeling well. Reschedule play dates or other events that might unnecessarily expose your family to germs.

Rest up When your sleep schedule is of, so is your whole system, and that makes you more susceptible to illness. Everyone’s precise sleep requirements are diferent; you’ll know you’re getting enough if you feel rested when you wake up. If you’re not, and more overnight rest isn’t realistic, look for ways to sneak in some extra rest time during the day.

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5 tips for creating lasting memories on summer vacation There’s a lot to love about summer: School’s out, everyone’s wearing lip-lops, the trees are a brilliant green and you tend to grill out more nights of the week than not.

For families across the nation, one of the best parts of summer is taking of on a vacation. It’s rare that everyone can sit down and eat every meal of the day together, see new things, discover unexpected adventures or explore a diferent way of life, but on a great family vacation, these things happen several times a day.

The hardest part of any vacation can be deciding where to go. You want to ind a place kids and adults will love, and have an experience that will create lasting memories for years to come.

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1. Seek out unique experiences. The beautiful thing about traveling with kids is being able to celebrate their “irsts.” That magical excitement they have when they irst feel the beach between their toes or see the ocean for the irst time will warm your heart. This is why so many families head to a seaside getaway.

2. Act like a kid with your kids.

Though you have adult responsibilities, that doesn’t mean you can’t act like a kid now and then. Build time into your itinerary for you to jump into the ocean, build sandcastles, loat down your hotel’s lazy river or eat ice cream like it’s going out of style. Being an adult is great, but acting like a kid is better.

3. Let everyone pick a fun thing to do.

You don’t have to do all the planning on your own. In fact you shouldn’t. Let the kids help to plan activities for your vacation.

For instance, when visiting Myrtle Beach many parents present a list of kid-friendly activities to their little ones — such as the SkyWheel and Ripley’s Aquarium — and let them decide which one to visit. Allowing your kids to participate in the planning process like this helps to give them a sense

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of accomplishment, and feel like they made this vacation happen.

4. Stay where the fun is.

When trying to decide where to stay, narrow your options down by considering how close you are to dining, attractions and other activities in the area. There’s nothing like being able to step outside of your hotel room and take a walk on the beach, collect sand dollars or build a sandcastle. Of course, lodging with an indoor water park will get an A+ from your kids.

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While an itinerary is great and can keep everyone on schedule, make sure to include time for relaxation or spur-of-the-moment activities. Be lexible. Sunsets, sandcastles and 100 other perfect memories often happen at the spur of the moment. Many times, the best part of a vacation is the surprise you never planned.

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Time to save your own skin My great-uncle was diagnosed with melanoma — the most deadly form of skin cancer — when he was in his late 70’s. Another uncle was diagnosed when he was in his 20’s and still in college.

I was 33 and six months Lydia Seabol Avant pregnant when I got the call that I, too, had melanoma.

And yet the skin cancer doesn’t often run in families. Only 10 percent of those with melanoma have a family history of the skin cancer, according to www.cancer.org. About 90 percent of non-melanoma skin cancers and 86 percent of melanomas are caused by sun exposure.

The fact is, skin cancer is the most common kind of cancer in the U.S., with one in ive Americans estimated to develop skin cancer by the age of 70, according to www. skincancer.org. Basal cell carcinoma is the most common form, with an estimated 4.3 million cases in the U.S. each year, causing more than 3,000 deaths. Squamous cell carcinoma, the second-most common form, afects more than 1 million people each year and causes more than 15,000 deaths in the U.S. An estimated 178,560 cases of melanoma will be diagnosed in the U.S. this year. About one person dies of melanoma every hour.

I remember the phone call I got from my dermatologist’s nurse, telling me I had melanoma on my chin. I wondered what it meant for the baby I was carrying, my third child. I wondered what it meant for my two other children, for my husband, and for our future. I had seen the large skin graft scars on my uncles’ back and heard stories of how lucky he was to survive his melanoma.

I wondered if I would survive mine.

But I was one of the lucky ones. Mine was discovered early — and when it comes to skin cancer, that can make all the diference.

While skin cancer is the most widespread form of cancer among Americans, it’s also the easiest to cure, if it’s diagnosed and treated early.

Everyone should practice full-body self-examinations of their skin, looking for new or changing moles or lesions that could be cancerous or pre-cancerous, suggests the Skin Cancer Foundation. If you see anything suspicious, make an appointment with the dermatologist immediately. If you are fair-skinned or freckle easily, make a

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habit of getting a full body checkup at the dermatologist once a year. If you’ve been diagnosed with cancer previously, you should be going for full body checks at least twice a year.

And, always wear SPF sunscreen. People who wear SPF daily are 50 percent less likely to develop skin cancers than those who don’t. Even if you are just headed to work, going to your kids’ ballgame, it can make a diference. If you are going to be out in the sun for longer periods of time, cover your skin. Wear a hat or wear clothes with built-in SPF protection. You might be saving yourself from scarring or worse later.

Soon after my melanoma diagnosis, a quarter-size piece of skin was removed from my chin and I was declared free from the cancer. In the three years, I’ve had multiple plastic surgery “revisions” to make the scar on my chin a little less obvious. Over time, the redness and puiness have faded.

Recently, when I told a new friend about the melanoma, she seemed surprised — she hadn’t noticed the scar. I was ecstatic.

But despite makeup and follow-up surgeries, I’d like to think of my scar as a reminder to myself — that I can’t get sunburned, and I have to check my skin regularly. I have too much to live for.

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month.

Here are some tips on what to look for when checking for possible skin cancer, according to the Skin Cancer Foundation: • A skin growth that increases in size and appears pearly, translucent, tan, brown, black, or multicolored.

• A mole, birthmark, beauty mark, or any brown spot that: Changes color, increases in size or thickness, changes in texture, is irregular in outline, or is bigger than the size of a pencil eraser, appears after age 21.

• A spot or sore that continues to itch, hurt, crust, scab, erode, or bleed.

• An open sore that does not heal within 3 weeks.

Lydia Seabol Avant writes The Mom Stop for The Tuscaloosa News in Alabama. Reach her at lydia.seabolavant@tuscaloosanews.com.

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How to Inspire Summer Reading While summer is the perfect time for kids to take advantage of days spent away from the classroom, remember not to put valuable skills, like reading, on the backburner. In fact, research estimates that 1-2 months of learning loss can occur during the summer months.

To help your child maintain his or her reading level and avoid the “summer slide” – which can be counteracted in part by reading 20 minutes a day over the summer – Kate DiCamillo, a two-time Newbery Medal-winning author and the Pizza Hut BOOK IT! Program literary partner, recommends inding ways to make reading a fun, interactive experience that incorporates children’s interests.

“Reading together is one of the best ways I know to foster a love of reading,” DiCamillo said. “You can read to your child.

Your child can read to you. You can listen to an audiobook together. You can both read the same book at the same time and discuss it when you are done. Reading is a way to connect to each other and the world.”

Help your student maintain his or her skills and develop a love of reading this summer with these tips.

Love the Library To help ensure learning doesn’t stop once school lets out for summer, making periodic trips to the library part of your routine can be a good step. For many children, browsing the shelves on their own and discovering new books in a library can help them get excited about reading. Most libraries ofer something for every reader, regardless of age or skill level, including a structured environment that can help make reading a priority.

Incorporate Interests During the school year, many of the books your student is reading are probably assigned, but summer ofers the opportunity for him or her to choose what to read and tailor selections toward speciic hobbies or interests, which can increase enjoyment. Start by creating a list of books and activities that align with those interests, and take advantage of pre-built lists at libraries or online resources like those at bookitprogram.com/summer, which ofers a variety of book suggestions and activities STORY CONTINUES ON PAGE 23

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to help increase reading during the summer months.

Program Participation Many schools, bookstores and libraries ofer summer reading programs for students. Joining a program can provide a way to track your child’s progress, and there are typically rewards involved for meeting certain criteria, which can provide a level of motivation that may otherwise be diicult to replicate.

Make Materials Matter In addition to traditional books, summer reading can include materials of all lengths, from chapter books to short stories and even magazines or comic books. Even if you’re committed to limiting screen time during the summer, consider a compromise that allows for the use of devices to read e-books or listen to an audiobook.

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Read on the Road One of the best ways to ensure your kids are reading is to make reading materials available to them, even when you’re on the go during the busy summer months. Whether it’s a long road trip or just a trip to the store, taking books – or playing audiobooks – in the car is a perfect opportunity to squeeze in some reading time.

Fostering the habit during the summer can help ensure your child is prepared when school – and the annual BOOK IT! Program – starts again. The program, available to kindergarten through sixth-grade students, helps motivate students to read by rewarding them with recognition and pizza.

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5 tips for transitioning back to work after a baby For many moms, heading back to work after maternity leave is something that has always been a part of the plan, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy.

While you may be worrying about being separated from baby for an extended period and interrupting your carefully crafted breastfeeding schedule, there are ways to help make the transition back to work easier.

Ease Into the New Routine If possible, schedule your return date for the middle of a week rather than a Monday.

Getting thrown into a long work week will not only be exhausting, but emotionally draining as well. By taking only a few days away from baby at the beginning, you can slowly ease back into work.

Purchase Pumping Essentials While pumping at work can be challenging, having the right accessories can make it easier and even extend the time you spend pumping and breastfeeding.

Although many moms returning to work stress about inding a private location to pump and the time to do it, a discreet pumping accessory allows you to pump hands-free with your shirt on. Compatible with leading double electric breast pumps, you can pump on your own terms. The collection cups also help easily transfer milk into storage containers or storage bags to bring home. A supply of absorbent nursing pads is also a handy essential to keep with your breast pump to help you stay dry throughout the day.

Take Your Lunch Break While getting back into your work routine may keep you busy, it’s important to still make time for a lunch break. A return to work often means a change in your normal habits with more eating on the go, which can lead to skipped meals or not enough hydration. A quick lunch break helps create time for proper nutrients.

Maintain the Bond Feeding is a special time and it can be just as hard on your little one when the schedule changes. One way to help ease the feeding transition is to use products that provide a more natural feeding experience Using bottles that are modeled after the shape of breasts, can make for a natural transition between breast and bottle. As a result, baby can maintain a close-to-mom feel, even while you are apart.

Try introducing more family members or friends to giving baby a bottle about a month before going back to work so you feel conident that the process is going smoothly before your oicial return date.

Keep the Connection One of the hardest parts about returning to work is leaving your baby, and that’s expected. Don’t be shy about asking your caregiver to send updates once or twice a day with texts and pictures for peace of mind. One way to help ease the stress of being back at work is to visually see that your baby is doing well with the new routine.

Working mothers have a handful of challenges to face, but planning ahead and following these tips can help ensure the transition is as smooth as possible.

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Getting baby clean From bath time to bedtime, there are a number of rituals parents participate in with their children that bring them closer together. These small acts provide a sense of security to little ones and serve as family bonding time. However, many parents do not realize these everyday moments can be more impactful than they seem.

A recent JOHNSON’S Global Bath Time Report, found that 84 percent of parents say bath time is some of the best quality time they get with their child, yet many parents underestimate its power and beneits. In fact, more than half of parents (58 percent) say bath time is not extremely important to their child’s brain development. Yet, emerging and foundational science reveals multisensorial experiences such as bath time can be critical to baby’s happy, healthy development.

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interaction – every moment – is an opportunity to help shape baby’s developing brain.

Bath time is more than cleansing; it’s a ritual that allows parents to unlock the full power of baby’s senses with opportunities to use smell, touch, sight and sound. Make bath time mean more with these fun ideas: • Don’t leave out the bubbles: Playing with bubbles can help babies develop hand-eye coordination and discover objects exist even when they can’t be seen.

• Be a rock star for the night: Play music and sing songs during bath time, which can stimulate parts of the brain responsible for memory. Did you know that playing certain types of music stimulates parts of the brain responsible for visual imagery?

• Give a language lesson in the tub: Talk back and forth with baby during this time. It can help with language development.

• Link smell with happy memories: Pleasant smells, like those from a fragranced bath product, can create long lasting memories for baby when paired with the loving interaction of a parent.

Another big part of the after-bath routine is routine massage, and research shows that babies who receive routine touch and massage are more likely to make eye contact and have an overall positive expression. According to the JOHNSON’S Global Bath Time Report, only 19 percent of parents in the U.S. understand that baby massages are extremely important to their child’s brain development with nearly three in 10 (28 percent) saying it’s not at all important. Yet, this skin-on-skin contact through routine massage can lead to improved cognitive development and increased alertness and attentiveness for children.

Remember to think of the bath time routine as more than a simple task – it fosters development and a sense of wellbeing for baby and parents, alike. For more ideas and inspiration to create meaningful moments with your family, visit www. johnsonsbaby.com/so-much-more.

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