Newborn Umbilical Stump Care

Newborn Umbilical Stump Care

When your baby is born, the umbilical cord is clamped and cut.  This leaves an umbilical stump attached to your baby’s belly button.  This stump will stay attached for anywhere from a few days to a few weeks. How do I care for my baby’s umbilical cord...
Protect Your Baby’s Hearing

Protect Your Baby’s Hearing

Loud Sounds Are Even Louder for Babies July 4th is right around the corner and it’s time to decide where you will watch baby’s first fireworks!  You also need a plan to protect baby’s hearing during the show! Infants and toddlers have smaller ear...
Staying Hydrated in Pregnancy

Staying Hydrated in Pregnancy

Staying Hydrated in Pregnancy The humidity and temps are rising in NJ. It’s easy to forget to drink enough water on cooler days leaving you depleted on the days when you need it most! Use the formula “my current weight divided by 2 = the # of ounces of...
Menu Monday Cincinnati Chili

Menu Monday Cincinnati Chili

Ingredients: 1 quart cold water 2 lbs ground beef 2 cups crushed tomato ( or 1-15oz can) 2 yellow onions, diced 4 garlic cloves, minced 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa 1/4 cup chili powder 1 tsp cayenne 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa...
Menu Monday Cranberry Nut Muffins

Menu Monday Cranberry Nut Muffins

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 cup white sugar 3/4 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1 1/2 cup cranberries 1/2 cup chopped walnuts 1 egg 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 3/4 cup orange juice   Menu Monday – Cranberry...