Parent Rescue

MacKenzie is the daughter of my dear friend Teri Miller Francois. I met them when I heard their story of MacKenzie surviving brain cancer. She was treated with my friend Denise Borenstein Weiner’s daughter Alexa.

Teri, Denise and I all worked together helping others get health with Optavia.

MacKenzie graduated with her Bachelors of Nursing the weekend of her accident which has left her paralyzed.

Please consider donating and aharing her Go Fund Me. We can’t wait to hear she’s regained her ability to walk.

MacKenzie’s Journey to Walk Again, organized by Mallory Ashmore MacKenzie Maier was in a car accident on 5/18/23 and was airlifted to a trauma cent… Mallory Ashmore needs your support for MacKenzie’s Journey to Walk Again

Giveaway!!!!

One lucky winner will receive a beautiful Solly Baby Wrap

Here’s how to enter
1. Follow us on Instagram
2. Tag 3 friends in this post
3. Join our Facebook support group @ https://www.facebook.com/groups/parentrescue
4. Invite 3 friends to Facebook group

We will announce a winner when our Facebook group reaches 300 followers!

The AAP recommends introducing allergenic and non-allergenic foods, including peanuts at around 6 months of age.

There is evidence suggesting that earlier rather than delayed introduction could potentially help prevent the development of food allergies.

Easy recipe for introducing peanuts:
-one egg
-1/2 banana
-1/2 tsp peanut butter
Mash together, melt a little butter on a pan, cook batter (pancake shaped) until golden brown

🦷 Can babies eat solid food without teeth?

Absolutely! My daughter didn’t have first tooth until 12.5 months. Solids can be started once babies are showing interest (usually around 4-6 months of age). Babies use mainly their gums to break and chew food. Start with soft foods/purées. Avoid hard/round foods such as grapes and hotdogs!

Tummy Time

👶🏻Tummy time is when baby is on tummy while awake and being watched. It can help prevent flat spots on the head and help develop gross motor skills. Start with one or two minutes at a time as newborns and slowly increase the time as they enjoy it!

Is your baby enjoying tummy time? If not, we have tips to make tummy time enjoyable.

Infant jaundice

👀 Jaundice is the yellow color seen in the skin of many newborns. It happens when bilirubin builds up in the blood.

🩸 Infants should have their bilirubin checked at birth and follow up.

☀️ Most jaundice goes away by 2 weeks but some babies may need treatment with phototherapy.

Are you planning on breastfeeding and/or pumping?

Did you know that your health insurance must cover the cost of a breast pump? Your plan may have guidelines on the type of pump and when you will receive it (during pregnancy or after birth).

If you are wondering what kind of pump to get, consider the following:
-will you be traveling? or mainly pumping in one spot
-are you returning to work? does it need to be portable?

Reach out to us if you have more questions!

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Breast-feeding mom transitioning back to work?!

🍼Once breast-feeding is established, introduce a bottle
🍼Give half an ounce of breast milk about 1 to 2 hours after a full feeding when baby is motivated to try
🍼Drip the milk on tongue before putting the ni**le in the mouth
🍼Have another family member feed the bottle
🍼Bottle feed in a different location than nursing
🍼Let the baby explore the ni**le with its lips and tongue
🍼Do not continue if baby crying and frustrated
🍼End on a positive note
🍼If after a few attempts the baby refuses, try a different ni**le
🍼Continue daily bottle at a typical feeding time that will be missed until mom goes back to work

Stay tuned for pumping tips and tricks! Like and subscribe so you don’t miss anything . 🍼👶🏽👶🏽👶🏾👶🏻👶🏼🍼 .

Developmental milestones:

Did you know that your six month old baby should be able to sit upright in a supported position?

This is sometimes known as tripoding as you can see there’s three points of contact for the baby.

Ways to help your baby progress developmentally: tummy time for an early age, holding the baby in a seated position while you support the trunk/abdomen, playing with baby and giving them opportunities to reach for toys.

A baby that cannot do this by 9 months, has head lag, falls over, is not progressing, could have developmental concerns and needs to be seen by their regular care provider.
- Dr. Amy Lohmann Peds NP
- Ginny Than, Peds NP

Newborn rash!

Save yourself a trip to the Urgent Care!

The most common newborn facial rashes are called erythema toxicum neonatorum {big words!}.

They are characterized by red bumps 🔴 that come and go. They don’t cause any symptoms and go away with any treatment.

We are here to help you survive your baby’s first year, DM to set up a call with one of our baby experts. Now enrolling clients.

Traveling? No baby monitor? No problem! Use your iPhone and Apple Watch to set up a temporary monitor. Just go to camera on your watch app.

DM us if you need a step by step!

Let’s hope this gets formula into the babies that need it! Check out page for more ideas. *toutoflife

Sibling Rivalry

As parents to multiple kids, its always our hope that our kids get along and l become great friends. Theres a great book I read recently titled Siblings without rivalry to help reduce hostility and generate goodwill between siblings. Some practical tips include:

1. Stop Labeling. Stop labeling one kid as the “athletic one”, the “smart one”, the “good one”, etc.
2. Stay out of the small arguments. Give them a chance to work it out. If the fight escalates, try to be give them direction, but have THEM come up with solutions
3. Give each child some 1:1 attention. We started doing date days on Saturdays once a month where one parent takes one child to do whatever they want. Be present with them

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Watch this reel by parentrescue on Instagram Samuel Jack • Feels Like Summer

🍽 Healthy Dinner, Teen Approved! 🍽

2 sausage links
4.26 oz portobello mushroom
3.77 oz cooked spinach
1 tbsp low fat mozzarella

Sautéed spinach, sausage.
Drizzle mushrooms with balsamic vinegar. Load with sautéed spinach & sausage. Sprinkle cheese. Sprinkle onion powder & garlic powder.
Bake 400 for 10 minutes.

There’s been some significant shortages of formula in some areas due to supply chain issues and recalls. Are you having problems locating your preferred formula? Here’s some tips from the American academy of pediatrics (AAP)

🍼talk to your pediatrician and see if they have samples.
👶🏻 check local social parenting groups. Other parents may have ideas where to locate formula
🍼buy formula online from pharmacies or trustworthy distributors
👶🏻for most babies, it’s okay to switch to formulas. Most big stores have a generic brand which can be safe. (not for babies on extensively hydrolysis or amino acid based formula)

Do NOT:
💦do not add more water to formula than the recommendations
🍼strongly advise not to give homemade formula

🏈When do you stop taking your teenager to the pediatrician? 🏈

The defines and adolescent from ages 11-21 years old. While your teen may look a little different than the children at the office, your teen requires specialized care from a spilled provider.

Many high school offer “on site” Sport’s physicals. Did you know they are most commonly not performed by nurse practitioners or pediatrician? A chiropractor or physical therapist may perform the exam.

With teen nutrition, mental health, bullying, heart conditions, su***de, & sexual relationships- a pediatric trained provider is best for you teen.

Stay tuned- like, follow and comment to learn more ways to keep your children safe!

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Is there anything better than a sleeping toddler on an airplane✈️ ?

Long trips don’t have to be dreadful. One of my favorite travel hacks is to take an inflatable foot pillow/rest. Kids are able to lay down flat and sleep 😴 comfortably.

S was diagnosed with congenital hip dysplasia or developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) when she was 2 weeks old. She was in a pavlik harness for a total of 12 weeks.

Do you have questions about: feeding, swaddling, baby wearing, bathing, clothing, car seats… for a baby in a pavlik harness? We can help you!

Feel like your hands are full? Us too! 👫👫👫

Reach out for the support that matters and will help you thrive! 🤱🏼🤰🏽🙎🏼‍♂️

*toutoflife

Understanding Nutrition and Baby Development ⁣
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🥦 Folate- this helps reduce the risk of neural tube defects, including spina bifida. 🧠 ⁣
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🥛Calcium- Important for development of skeletal system 🦴 . Helps reduce risk of preeclampsia for moms⁣
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🥩 Iron- Helps increase blood volume and prevent anemia for mom 🩸 ⁣
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☀️ vitamin D- helps the calcium build baby's bones and teeth 🦷 ⁣
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🐟 Iodine- important for mom’s thyroid function. ⁣
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•We can help you learn: ⁣
🥬What to eat⁣
🌭What not to eat⁣
🍳🍳How much to eat- Am I eating for 2?⁣
⚖️Appropriate weight gain according to YOUR body.⁣
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Tips to deal with morning sickness, constipation, heartburn, hemorrhoids, sleeplessness, and fatigue!⁣
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Temper tantrums are frustrating for parents too! 😫We are here for you! Our exclusive system will support you and be the village you've been looking for. 👥

You can ask questions.❓
You can help others. 🤝
You can request private counseling. 📱
You can implement our system. 📋
You can improve today. 🧸
You can do it. 💪🏼
You've got this. ✅
We've got this. 🚼

*toutoflife

Temper Tantrum Tips & Tricks

-Stay calm 🧘🏻‍♀️
-Avoid hunger 🥑
-Be aware of nap times and extreme fatigue 🛌
-Don't give in/punish/reason with the toddler. You can't reason with a toddler in the middle of a tantrum 🗣
-Acknowledge their feelings 👧🏼
-Circle back when everyone is calm 🫂

*toutoflife