I love fall, it’s absolutely my favorite season of the year. I love when the weather begins to cool, days get just a bit shorter and I have an excuse to drink more coffee than through the summer! The time for pumpkin everything, sweaters, boots and football brings so much joy to my heart! There are a few awesome holidays this time of year, we get fall break from school, Halloween and soon it will be Thanksgiving. Today, is Halloween, a favorite childhood holiday that is now so bittersweet. I’ve always loved to decorate our porch and hand out candy to all of the cute children as they come by decked out in the year’s most popular costumes and characters. I’m usually busy handing out candy, checking out the cute costumes or busy dressing up our dogs, yes, our dogs. Today though, I’m feeling very sad. On this night, a night that I can usually make it through without a lot of effort, I find myself sad that my husband and I aren’t one of those parents who will bring their children by for candy. I find myself scrolling Facebook and various other social media outlets. Halloween décor has filled the stores for months now, reminding me more and more of what I don’t have an excuse to buy. Reality sinks in, we’ll be home waiting on children to take the candy that we bought to pass out. We’re not out there with our little girl, not trick or treating like other families will get the chance to. Like other parents who’ve lost a child, we lose out on more than just the first year. We lose out on all of those fun times, the holidays, the daily memories that parents make with their children. This year, we’re missing Halloween and I know that we aren’t the only family missing out. Do you know of a parent who might feel this way, what holidays are bittersweet for you?
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In the midst of folding laundry, coordinating carpool schedules, and breaking up fights, many parents get lost. Feeling pressure to do everything “right” and raise up “good” children, it’s easy to lose sight of our ultimate purpose as parents in the quest for practical tips and guaranteed formulas. In this life-giving book, Paul Tripp offers parents much more than a to-do list. Instead, he presents us with a big-picture view of God’s plan for us as parents. Outlining fourteen foundational principles centered on the gospel, he shows that we need more than the latest parenting strategy or list of techniques.….. Although there are numerous parenting books out there, they all say so much yet leave much to be desired. Last week I received a copy of the Parenting, 14 Gospel Principles That Can Radically Change Your Family, written by Paul David Tripp. This insightful and valuable parenting guide is one of the best I’ve read. Tripp helps parents to understand that we must first have an understanding of our relationship with God in order to fully understand ourselves and how we parent. The book reminds parents the God provides peace and guidance while focusing on practical advice, grace, limitations and commitment. Find the book on Amazon if you'd like to purchase one today!
Enter the Giveaway! Your chance to win your copy today! I really enjoyed this book and know that you will too! I’ve been given the wonderful opportunity to choose one lucky reader to win their own FREE copy of Parenting, 14 Gospel Principles That Can Radically Change Your Family. To enter our giveaway, all you have to do is comment below! One lucky person will be chosen on October 12, 2016. Tell your friends to check out this post and good luck to all who enter this giveaway! "Disclosure (in accordance with the FTC’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising”): Many thanks to Propeller Consulting, LLC for providing this prize for the giveaway. Choice of winners and opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation. I did receive a sample of the product in exchange for this review and post. Only one entrant per mailing address, per giveaway. If you have won a prize from our sponsor Propeller / FlyBy Promotions in the last 30 days, you are not eligible to win. Or if you have won the same prize on another blog, you are not eligible to win it again. Winner is subject to eligibility verification.” Teething can be a hard time for babies and for moms as well. This week, we're excited to answer all of your questions for you and your teething little one! Your first baby’s tooth is a milestone event. Most children develop their first tooth between 3 and 9 months. By three years, they’ll have a complete set of temporary teeth. Irritability and excessive drooling are the most common signs of teething. Other signs will also occur. Nevertheless, it’s a painful process and babies deal with the pain and discomfort differently. Teething is a painful experience for your child because it can cause pain, swelling and irritating. Applying pressure by sucking can relieve the pain. However, the action causes more blood to go to the swollen area. As a result, it makes the area more sensitive and painful, so they refuse to eat and drink. When babies are teething, they’re sometimes fussier than usual. Soreness and swelling start around three to five days before the tooth appears. The symptoms disappear as soon as the tooth has already broken the skin. During teething, some babies drool, thereby, causing a rash on their face, chin or chest. Problems During TeethingDecreased SleepTeething is one of the culprits of why children couldn't get enough sleep. While they go through this process, they find it harder to fall asleep. Because of the pain caused by gum discomfort, they’ll wake up more often. Excessive bitingBabies who are undergoing this process are likely to bite or gnaw anything they can find. That’s because they love the pressure caused by chewing or gnawing as it relieves the pressure from their gums. The pressure will offer a temporary pain reliever. Loss of appetite When your child is teething, his gums are tender and sore, so he’ll typically refuse food. Chewing for him can cause more discomfort so he’ll have no appetite to eat. Pulling ears or rubbing cheeksThe pain from gum swelling can spread to their ears and cheeks. Because of the discomfort caused by teething, babies tend to rub on their cheeks or pull at their ears. However, this behavior may indicate that the baby is teething, it can also indicate that he’s suffering from an ear infection. If that’s the case, he must be seen by his pediatrician. How to soothe the pain?Soothe swelling gumsBabies can easily find items that they can bite to relieve the painful pressure. As a mother, you can use your clean finger to rub your baby’s gum. He may protest at first, but he’ll soon find it soothing. Or you can give him a cold water in a chilled teether. A cool item can also be soothing. If he’s already old enough, you can offer him a chilled apple puree or a plain yogurt. Feed soft foods You should only give your baby with soft foods to prevent further gum irritation and inflammation. Avoid giving him hard foods. Although they may soothe his teeth, they may increase irritation, making it more difficult for him to sleep. Should you give him a pain killer? You should only give your baby a pain killer after you’ve talked to his pediatrician. If it’s necessary, you should only opt to give your child a pain reliever that's particular for his age. Never give him aspirin because this drug is linked to Reye syndrome. It’s also not recommended to use teething gel to kids younger than two because it may contain benzocaine, which is harmful to your child. Can teething necklace help? Teething necklaces made with amber can assist in relieving the pain because it contains a natural analgesic. They don’t stop the pain permanently, but they help in comforting and relieving the pain as a result of gum soreness or swelling. Your child will sleep better at night and his discomfort will be reduced. Should You Call A Doctor?Home treatments usually help in relieving the pain, discomfort, drooling and irritability. However, you should talk to your child’s doctor if he has other symptoms that last for days or they’ve become severe. If needed, his doctor might recommend visiting a dentist who specializes in teething problems. During your child’s first visit to the dentist, ensure that you told him about what to expect. Help him prepare for his dental examination. Before making a schedule, talk to your child’s dentist first on how your child should behave. He may allow your child to visit his clinic once or twice before he is examined. Doing so will make him more comfortable with the dentist’s office, the environment, and the clinic’s staff. Not all babies will find it difficult to face teething. If your child is experiencing pain while teething, you may try one of the remedies mentioned above. After his first few teeth come in, the entire process becomes less painful. Also, when the first tooth appears, you should start cleaning it twice a day. Don’t use toothpaste. Rather, rub the tooth gently using a washcloth. About the author:Jorge is a sociologist and father of 2 children living in Miami, Florida. He is a self-taught cook and passionate about alternative medicine.
Annually, 15% of all pregnancies are affected by loss. While this topic still needs awareness, there are several groups in place to provide support during pregnancy and infant loss. October officially became the national month of awareness on October 25, 1988. President Ronald Reagan deemed October as National Pregnancy and infant Loss Awareness month. Years later, in 2002, a small group of bereaved mothers worked to promote awareness for pregnancy and infant loss. Together, they succeeded in having the day, October 15th named as Pregnancy and infant Loss awareness day. This day is marked by the International Wave of Light, beginning at 7 pm in all time zones. Parents throughout the world light a candle at 7 pm, their time, in remembrance of babies lost to miscarriage, stillbirth, SIDS and all other causes of infant loss. This year, the South Carolina governor has declared the month of October and October 15th as Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month/Day! On October 15th, we host a local gathering to honor our babies and light a candle in their memory. See more about our event here. StatisticsEach year in the United states, there are 6 million pregnancies. Of these 6 million, nearly 2 million pregnancies are lost. For every two pregnancies, 1 of those babies won't live past two months of age. Each year in the United states: 6000 pregnancies result in molar pregnancies 26000 pregnancies result in stillbirth.
600000 pregnancies result in miscarriage
Pregnancy and infant loss is REAL and more than likely you know someone who has been affected personally by loss. Every birth matters. Every birth deserves to be recognized, honored and remembered. |
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