Sudden Infant Death Syndrome or (SIDS) is an unexpected infant death. Yes, it is sudden and unexpected and not really a syndrome when the final outcome is not what we as parents want for our baby.
Thorough autopsy and examination of the death scene and circumstances at time of death reveal no identifiable cause of the baby's death. SIDS risk begins about two weeks after birth and is the...
There is still much confusion in the world yet about probiotics and how they are useful in maintaining our horse's health. What are probiotics and what do they do?
The term probiotics comes from the Greek word "for life". Thus antibiotics mean "not for life" as anti means "against". Probiotics are living microorganisms, or beneficial bacteria that when ingested help the digestive system...
Horse supplements with added Fats or (EFA's) Essential Fatty Acids should be an essential part of your nutrition program. Look at the label to make sure that they are in the ingredient list as many supplements omit them. Feeding EFA's alone is okay, just make sure that the product is fresh, look to see if there is a manufacturing date, or just smell it. Old oils turn rancid which changes the...
It's been said by some that the use of probiotics are unnecessary and all hype. Is that true? I beg to differ and say they are becoming essential for your horses' well being. A few reasons and an actual test that I saw with my own eyes proved that probiotics are needed.
First what does probiotic mean? It originates from the Greek word Probiosis, "pro" meaning for and "biosis" meaning...
Toy recalls, lead poisoning, plastics, toxic paints and on and on. A majority of the toys you purchase are full of evils. What can you purchase for a toy that is safe and can stimulate, entertain and be educational for your child?
The first three years are very important for the growth and development of your baby. She is growing physically, mentally and emotionally and learning so much...
Sone of the chemicals added to your conventional baby mattress are to reduce the chance of a fire? These chemicals are called fire retardants which only reduce the chance, not eliminate the possibility of your mattresses bursting into flames.
These toxic industrial strength chemicals are added to met the minimum standards set by government agencies, yet there are no regulations as to the...
There is still much confusion in the world yet about probiotics and how they are useful in maintaining our horse's health. What are probiotics and what do they do?
The term probiotics comes from the Greek word "for life. Thus antibiotics mean "not for life" as anti means "against". Probiotics are living microorganisms, or beneficial bacteria that when ingested help the digestive system...
A couple was asked if they would like their 2 young children (ages 18 months and 5 yrs) to be part of a cutting-edge study to measure the chemicals in their little bodies. The parents were fascinated and not worried at the onset. However, the test results revealed they should now be worried about their children; they had chemical levels up to 7 times greater than their parents. What were...
You have just returned home with a bundle of joy that you as a parent are proud of. You walk into the nursery where you just spent tons of time, energy and money creating a beautiful place for you child to grow. You painted the walls, have a new crib, mattress and bedding with the works. There is still some new paint smell and the crib and mattress are emitting an off odor, but over time it...
The conventional mattress is made up of metal inner springs, rubber/latex, cotton and wools and chemicals, oh those good ole chemicals that we sleep with half of our life and if you are a baby, 75% of the first 2 years of your life is spent sleeping or playing on a toxic mattress and inhaling the air from no more than inch or two above the source. Would you put yourself or your baby in a room...
