The pain of baby heartburn: Does your child show the sometimes subtle signs of GER?

Posted by Theresa Gerritsen on December 21, 2012 · Leave a Comment 

Gastroesophageal reflux (GER) is basically baby heartburn. It can lead to problems with breathing and damage to the esophagus. It can happen due to the sphincter at the top of the stomach being too relaxed and is triggered by certain foods and eating too much at one meal among other things. There are many signs … Continue reading →

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Am I normal to want to nurse my toddler? Baby, half of the world breastfeeds until two years

Posted by Theresa Gerritsen on December 12, 2012 · 2 Comments 

About a year ago, they started dropping like flies. Now, I am suckling solo as my dear friends have all weaned their children. As I plan a trip home, I find myself reviewing my choice to nurse my baby until…well…when someone asks I just tell them we are going “all the way.” I do feel … Continue reading →

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