www.westonaprice.org www.radiantlifecatalog.com This homemade baby formula is a wonderful supplement for mothers unable to breastfeed or needing to supplement. Remember that breastmilk should ALWAYS be the first choice for baby, if possible. This raw milk based formula takes account of the fact that human milk is richer in whey, lactose, vitamin C, niacin, and long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids compared to cow's milk but leaner in casein (milk protein). The addition of gelatin to cow's milk formula will make it more digestible for the infant. Use only truly expeller-expressed oils in the formula recipes, otherwise they may lack vitamin E. The ideal milk for baby, if he cannot be breastfed, is clean, whole raw milk from old-fashioned cows, certified free of disease, that feed on green pasture. For sources of good quality milk, see www.realmilk.com or contact a local chapter of the Weston A. Price Foundation. www.westonaprice.org If the only choice available to you is commercial milk, choose whole milk, preferably organic and unhomogenized, and culture it with a piima or kefir culture to restore enzymes (available from GEM Cultures 253-588-2922 or www.gemcultures.com). Ingredients for Double Recipe, make approx 72 oz. (Many of these ingredients are available from Radiant Life (www.radiantlifecatalog.com). 4 cups whole raw cow's milk, preferably from pasture-fed cows 1 cup homemade liquid whey (See recipe for whey, below) Note: Do NOT use powdered whey or whey from ...
Sunday, January 1, 2012
Sunday, December 25, 2011
What is Imaginative Play and How Do You Plan It?
In imaginative play, your child pretends to be another person. This happens naturally during his play as he acts out situations for pure enjoyment.
As you think of planning suitable imaginative play for your child, you should think about how he needs to be encouraged to communicate such as...
Listening
Looking...understanding what is being communicated through body language, such as the nod of the head or a smile
Talking...being talked to and talking with you or other people
Writing and drawing - provide examples of signs, marks etc. Provision of paper and pencils will encourage him to communicate by putting marks on paper.
Examples of Child-Led Imaginative Play
Books and stories Sand and water play Painting and drawing Play dough Small world play such as play Mobil or lego Puppets or dolls
** A hat is one of the most essential parts of an imaginative play. By offering your child a box of variety of hats he will be able to role play many different characters. **
Creating a Home Corner to Encourage Imaginative Play
Resources that should be provided to reflect other cultures include...
Clothes and hats
A range of cooking utensils
Artefacts, such as furniture
Points to consider when setting up a Home Corner
Resources should reflect a multi-cultural society and help your child to recognise, understand and value the differences between them
Explain the reasons for resources supplied so that he gets an understanding of them
Provide dressing-up clothes that do not specify gender...for example a female police officer or a female fireman.
Safety of Equipment
You should make sure that all equipment provided is safe for your child to use. You should check it regularly before your allow him to use it and should be repaired or replaced when necessary. If possible all equipment should comply with the required safety standards.
Remember that...
Clothes should be kept on hangers and regularly cleaned and mended
Equipment must be checked for rough or sharp edges
Beads and necklaces should be safely strung and not made from materials such as seeds or glass that could be swallowed easily.
Children with Special Needs
Always consider a child with special needs when setting up an imaginative play area. A child in a wheelchair will need plenty of space, while a child with visual impairment may need textured and brightly coloured equipment.
Sunday, December 18, 2011
How To Bottle Feed
from the website - www.howto.tv Although most mums start off breastfeeding their new babies, it's not an option for everyone. A large number switch to bottle or formula feeding earlier than intended. Formula milk is usually based on cows milk, but there are many different types on the market, catering for a variety of needs, such as those who are lactose intolerant, of for parents who prefer a dairy-free solution such as soya milk. When you buy formula milk from chemists or supermarkets you'll see that the different types suited to the age of your baby. There are three main types of formula for babies under six months old : Whey based milks, marketed for babies from birth, with a higher whey content to replicate the ingredients in breast milk. Casein based milk, usually sold as being appropriate for hungrier babies Soya formula for babies who can't tolerate cows milk Discuss your choice of formula with your midwife or health visitor if you have any concerns. It's vital to remember that ordinary cows milk. Goats milk, condensed milk, dried milk, evaporated milk or any other type of milk should never be given to a baby under 12 months old. Formula milk comes in two main forms -- dried powder type, to which you add water, and ready to feed type, usually available in cartons. Always choose a recognised infant formula, fulfilling government regulations on its nutritional content. To get started on bottle feeding you'll need the following equipment : At least six bottles and ...
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