Baby Massage

Your baby will benefit from receiving your gentle touch and will communicate a strong message of love. Studies show that touch and massage can improve all aspects of your baby’s development. Infant massage can also promote bonding, help parents relax, help baby sleep better, and relieve symptoms of gas. Massage can reduce crying, boost the immune system, enhance body awareness, relieve nasal...

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Newborn Care

Visiting and going out - Keep baby inside and away from strangers for the first 2- 3 weeks. Your baby’s immune system can’t fight germs yet. Everyone wash hands before handling your baby. Especially before and after changing diaper. Hold your baby often- don’t worry about spoiling your newborn. Nails – Do this while your baby is sleeping or when someone else can help hold the baby....

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Prenatal Memory

Do you remember being born? Is it even possible? Thirty years ago I wrote a research paper about Prenatal Memory. I had no children so I observed a friend as she asked her two-year-old son. I also interviewed a family member about the experience of asking a child about prenatal life. There are some things to consider if you decide to have this conversation. Your child must be able to...

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Community Resources

There are so many important topics to cover at the beginning of each school year but knowing about your community resources will help you navigate your way through pregnancy and parenting. This week we will learn about some federal, state and local resources and how you might qualify  for assistance. Here are some of the online links to many of the resources: Summit County WIC Akron Street...

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