by peabrandswan | Jun 19, 2019 | Chemicals, children, family, Health, infants, newborn, pregnancy
Cloth diapers are not what our grandmothers once used- a cloth towel held together by pins. Gone are the days of hand-washing and line drying cloth diapers, too. (Unless of course, you choose to do so.) We are entering a more environmentally friendly generational wave... 
by peabrandswan | Apr 17, 2019 | children, sleep
We all have a tendency to breathe through our mouths when our mouths are open. This, however, should never be how we receive the majority of our oxygen. Typically, adults only breathe through their mouths when there is inflammation or blockage (due to illness or sinus... 
by peabrandswan | Mar 20, 2019 | Behavior, children, depression, women
When was the last time you received a good hug? How about the last time you gave someone a good hug? A hug only takes seconds, but most adults feel as though the act is too personal to share with others on a daily basis; however, this mindset needs to shift because... 
by peabrandswan | Feb 6, 2019 | children, infants
Between the age of seven to ten months, most babies begin to crawl on their hands and knees. This milestone is highly anticipated by parents, but it is more than just something to note in the baby book. I am constantly telling my patients about the importance of... 
by peabrandswan | Jan 4, 2019 | children, infants
Did you know that tummy time exercise is essential for future developmental milestones? Your newborn is learning and growing at a rapid rate, and she will experience new sensations as she matures. It is common for most infants to cry, fuss, and typically not enjoy... 
by peabrandswan | May 2, 2018 | ADHD, Behavior, children, gut health
Inflammation of the gut is linked to chronic problems throughout the entire body, including neurological and autoimmune disorders. While we continue to wait for the science to catch up to what so many of us have already concluded, we can begin to take charge of our...