Dec 04, 2009 1

Touch Cures

Categories:  Baby Care, body care

Touch brings healing.  I think it’s second nature for mothers to really hold their little ones with a cuddle.   It’s our very first mode of communication that gives so much love and security to that little new life.    As the child learns to move around the house, then comes colds, fever and tantrums.  Coddling does wonders in the child’s recovery.   Therapeutic touch claims to reduce pain and anxiety.  That is true for most of us.  Although some would prefer healing in a distance.  I know someone who freaks out and squeaks whenever someone touches her back as in a massage.  Let me classify her as an unwilling patient.  The fact holds that everyone needs to be touched.  Touch therapists claim that when they place their hands on a patient, they are able to detect and manipulate the patient’s “touch points” or putative energy field.   This therapy recognizes that the healee (patient) heals himself.  The healer (therapists) is acting mainly as a support system, to aid in recovery, until the patient’s body is robust enough to take over and continue the healing process.

The human mind and body, as created by God, is very much capable of regeneration and self healing.  But it needs a support system to get going with the process.  This is one of the concepts and cause of the brain specialist Dr. Daniel Amen.  Treatment is provided at the Amen Clinic for patients in need of proper health care.  These Treatments for Symptoms are configured to fit the patient’s needs.

So when kids (and hubby) ask for a rub on the back, I won’t even think twice.  If their body heals more quickly with a touch, I might as well give mine.

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Nov 07, 2009 0

Worst Toddler Tantrums

Categories:  Baby Care

I was reading this page about toddler tantrums and I was surprised how much disaster some toddlers could bring on the verge of a meltdown. I have 2 babies now and I would like to prepare myself for the upcoming drama scenes. So I was curious as to how other mothers handled each toddler fit. I found these two stories below the most amusing. I think these moms deserve an applause for being quick with a rebuttal.

We were in the supermarket when he was 5, at the checkout line and he said he wanted a candy bar. They were right there at eye/hand level. I said no, too close to dinner and this really sweet little kid said in a very loud voice, “If you do not buy me a candy bar, I will kick your ass.” OMG, it was an EF Hutton moment, everyone went dead silent and turned to watch. I was totally speechless but then drew myself up straight, looked him right in the eye and sternly said, “When we get home, I am going to tell your Mother what you said!” He was so confused he just went with me when I grabbed his arm and marched out of the store.
Just totally denied him as mine, not my proudest moment but did manage to maintain a tiny shred of dignity. Never looked back to see if anyone actually believed my grand statement……

and this one too..

I took my son who is now 9, shopping at Macy’s when he was about 4 years old. I was buying clothes for him and the entire time he was moaning and whining that I was taking too long. He began to yell at me that I was a slow shopper. I was completely ignoring him and saying to him “mmmhmmm”. When we were at the checkout he had about had enough. He threw himself on the floor face down kicking and screaming. I finished paying for my things and said to him calmly, “are you ready to go?” He replied with, “Mommy, your fired!” I said back to him, “I’ve been waiting for you to say that for four years!”

I know I’ll have my own story to share in the future but think I’ll find myself doing the same thing in the future… hahaha! I’m really hoping my kids’ tantrums would be  “manageable” and not violent at all.  As early as now I am teaching them “anger management” in smoothest way I can.

If you read the stories of other moms, you’d be surprised how violent other kids are that they go hurting their moms (or themselves) during a tantrum.  To my opinion, those were early signs of behavioral problems.  I can’t judge the moms nor the kids though..

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Aug 14, 2009 1

Early Baby Teething

Categories:  Baby Care

Most babies get their first tooth during the 7th month.  Some have those as early as 3 months and some won’t have one until after their first birthday.  Teething usually follows a hereditary pattern.  My little boy Jethro’s first tooth came out a couple of weeks ago.  And he’s barely 5 months old.  It’s not a surprise for me because, as my mum said, I had my pearly whites early as well.  Although genes is a factor, there never is a fixed pattern for babies, even for babies coming from the same parents.  For one, my first baby, Ea, had it on her 6th month.

For other babies, cutting a tooth could happen without pain at all, overnight.  For some, it’s a long, drawn out and painful experience.  Others show a visible lump in the gum while some show no visible clue for all those crying until the tooth actually appears.  This is the time where babies need a lot of care and attention.  When babies wail in pain, it’s important, that we, mothers, should keep our head cool and not brush off any more tension to the hurting baby.

Teething babies have these symptoms:  Irritability, drooling, coughing, chin rash, biting and gnawing, ear-pulling, low-grade fever, not sleeping well, mild cold (like a littler runny nose).  It could be any or all of these.  But of course these symptoms are symptoms of other illness as well.  So it’s best to check all the signs first.

So what shall we do to help when the baby is in real pain?  For my baby, the Teething Gel worked wonders.  I place it in the fridge for cooling.  I tasted it myself and it’s yummy!  It numbs the gums a bit.  What worked for me may not work for your baby so here are more (the natural way) tips to remember:

1.  Teething rings, water filled and chilled rubber teething toys (or mom’s fingers) – to provide counter pressure on the gums.

2. Cold food could be helpful as well.   Chilled applesauce or mashed banana.

3.  Water should be given to a teething baby.  Baby needs plenty especially when he’s drooling a lot.

A professional care is always recommended.  Before giving any soothing gel or trying out things on your own, make sure it’s approved by the Pedia.

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