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540 Baby September, 2024

Feb 24, 2025 03:09PM ● By Laura Carter
The Latest News and Research on raising your baby in the 540. September 2024
Formula for Fussy Eaters, Preeclampsia Testing, Bonding With Your Preemie, and More!

Formula Recommendations for Sensitive Tummies

Even though breastfeeding is best, many parents select formula for a number of reasons, and all formula is designed with baby's best nutritional needs in mind. However, some infants can still suffer from GI distress and fussiness around feeding time no matter what, causing parents to feel at a loss about which formula may be best. Here is a list of the best organic formulas on the market, and tips on how to chose to meet your baby's specific needs. 
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Could Mangoes Be a Prenatal Superfood? 

All fresh fruits and vegetables score high on the list of what foods to eat while pregnant, but according to a recent study, mangoes in particular just might be a prenatal superfood that can fill many of the gaps of a pregnant woman's diet. Read on to find out what exactly is so special about this fruit during pregnancy. 
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Should You Use Magnesium Spray for Good Sleep? 

You may have been given some advice that rubbing a bit of magnesium oil or spray on the feet of little ones can help them sleep soundly, but is there any medical evidence to back this up? Check out this article on the practice, which clears up when magnesium may be necessary for children, when it isn't, and how else you can encourage healthy sleep in other ways. 
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Pregnancy Sleeping Hacks to Avoid 

There is so much advice and tips on the internet and social media, it can be dizzying to decipher what is something that may actually improve your life, and what you should stay away from. And this is true for pregnancy issues, particularly how to get a good night's sleep. But are these "hacks" safe? Here's a list of common viral sleeping tips and advice from experts on if they are safe to try to not. 

 
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Are Women With High-Stress Jobs at Risk for Pregnancy Complications?

There are so many risk factors to be cautious of while expecting, so would a woman's career choice also be one of them? A study out of Harvard set out to explore this notion, particularly with expectant physicians, and found that there may be some merit to the concern. Read on to find out more about how a demanding job can affect a woman's pregnancy and birth, but why it shouldn't be too much cause for concern. 
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New Screening to Identify Preeclampsia Earlier  

A new test has been unveiled that can identify a woman's risk of developing preeclampsia as early as the first trimester. While this test may not be able to prevent this serious complication, it is hugely beneficial for both mom and doctor to better monitor the pregnancy and be mindful of other factors that may place a woman at risk. 
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How You Can Still Bond with Your Premature Baby 

You might have been dreaming about a natural birth, lots of skin-to-skin contact right away, and taking baby home after a couple of days to settle in and bond. But when you have a premature delivery, medical complications and stress can impact all of these hopes. The good news is that, despite the circumstances, there are still ways you can establish a bond with your little one and stay connected in the NICU. 
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