Saturday 28 February 2015

http://www.suzannetoth.com is now live!!!! Be sure to come back Monday as I will be doing a GIVEAWAY as part of the launch! :)

Happy weekend!


Thursday 26 February 2015

Let's start solids!


Introducing your baby to solids begins around 6 months of age. Start with baby rice cereal that you can purchase at the grocery store and mix it with breast milk, formula or boiled water, the amount of liquid to add will be listed on the box. The first time you introduce your little one to solids whether it be with cereal, veggies or fruit, always start off with only a few tablespoons, then gradually increase the amount you give your baby. This is also important in case your baby has a reaction or allergy to a new food.

For fruit puree- peel and chop fruit, add a little water, and lightly boil until fruit is tender. Once tender place fruit in a blender and blend until smooth.

For vegetables- steam veggies until tender. Drain (optional) then blend. You can also add breast milk or formula to the veggies before blending.

Owens Favourites when he was a baby
Apple
Peach
Blueberry
Avocado 
Avocado and Apple
Banana and rice cereal 
Carrot
Sweet potato
Zucchini and apple
Broccoli




Wednesday 25 February 2015

Healthy Eating During Pregnancy

During pregnancy, this time if your life is especially important to make healthy choices when it comes to the food that you eat. Choose a variety of foods that are rich in vitamin C and Vitamin B6. Choose foods high in iron, calcium, folic acid, protein and the "good" fats such as nuts or avocado! Choose foods that are high in fiber and drink plenty of water! Also, Ginger had been known to protect from infection, aid in healing and digestion, and helps clear your body of toxins. Ginger has also been known to settle your stomach from nausea.

Foods That Contain the Vitamins Above:


Vitamin C
Green and Red pepper
Broccoli
Brussels sprouts
Squash
Sweet Potatoes
Oranges
Kiwis 

Vitamin B6
Bananas
Fresh Veggies
Beans (limas, pintos, and chickpeas)
Nuts (Cashews, coconut meat)
Cereals 

Iron
Dark leafy veggies such as spinach or kale
Brewers yeast
Prunes
Raisins
Nuts (Cashews, hazelnuts, peanuts, almonds)
tofu
squash
liver

Calcium
Dairy
Leafy greens
whole grains
carrot juice
tofu
nuts

Folic Acid 
Brocoli
Spinach
Dark green leafy vegetables
Dried Beans
Asparagus
Sunflower seeds
Oranges
Whole grains

Protein
Lean meats
poultry
fish
eggs
soy
milk products
nuts

Good Fats
Nuts
Seeds
Olive oil
Avocado

Fiber 
Whole grains
Prunes
Pear
Mango
Beans
Almonds
Flax seeds



Tuesday 24 February 2015

Stronger Than You Know


I’ve had quite an overwhelming response to my “Hello Beautiful” post and a few emails struck home with me. These were individuals who admire the relationship I have with Sean and are hopeful that they will become this amicable with their ex in the future. Today, my relationship with Sean could not be better, but there was a time where this was not the case.  A better relationship with your ex is not always possible or easy but sometimes, with time and patience, you can get there.  Here are some things I have learned through this process.

Stay focused on your children
Put the love for your children above any dislike you may have for your ex partner
Just because your ex wasn’t a great partner for you, it doesn’t mean that they can’t be a great parent to your child
Avoid speaking negatively of your ex in front of, or to, your children
Try not to argue or fight with your ex in front of your children

Communicate with your ex partner--this means listening, too. If the hurt is too fresh, write out everything that makes you upset or angry, or what needs to change, and then revisit this list. You may find some things you’ve written are written out of spite and anger.

If you are having a hard time with the change that has come with the separation, here is some advice that helped me.

 Don’t focus on anything but how you are feeling TODAY.  Ask yourself, “Am I feeling a little better today? Do I feel better than I did yesterday?” If so, hold onto that. Tomorrow will come, and then ask yourself again, “Do I feel better than I did yesterday?”  It is true when they say that “time heals all”. Take time.

Always know that you are stronger than you think you are, trust in yourself.  Ask for help, hope, believe and know you will get through this.  
 
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