by kelsey | Aug 18, 2011 | Wellness/Health
While we are on the baby and child topic, I thought I would mention that this week is world breast feeding week. This week provides us a great opportunity to learn more about the benefits of breast-feeding for the infant and mother.
Physicians and Registered Dietitians highly recommend breast-feeding to promote optimal growth and development in the infant. There are also many benefits for moms too! These include:
- No preparation: No measuring, mixing or warming like formulas require
- Breast-feeding may aid in greater weight loss post baby. Some research studies suggest that those women who breast feed have greater post-baby weight loss than those who did not.
- Nursing provides relaxation opportunities with your baby
- Those women who nurse have lower risk for developing breast and ovarian cancer, post partum depression, and type 2 diabetes
Breast feeding may not be possible for everyone, but the potential benefits make it well worth it to discuss it with your doctor or a registered dietitian.
This picture is of my nephew when he was about 2 weeks old.
Have a great rest of the week!
-Kelsey
by kelsey | Aug 17, 2011 | Wellness/Health
Lately my family has been buzzing about babies as all three of my sister-in-laws will have/had babies within 3-4 months of each other! I love being an aunt and am excited for the many great times to come with these kids! This picture is of me holding my newest niece who was born last week. As a caring aunt and “RD”, I was excited to learn that the American Dietetic Association has created a new organization and website targeting children called “Kids Eat Right.” It has a lot of great resources for families, parents, care-givers, and health professionals to help kids eat healthy. It’s important to start working with children when they’re young to help instill in them healthy habits promoting lifelong health and wellness.
Check it out! http://www.eatright.org/kids/
-Kelsey
by Dan | Aug 16, 2011 | Exercise, Motivation, Weather, Wellness/Health
Don’t forget when you go out to walk, run, bike, or any other kind of exercise, that you don’t forget to look around and enjoy the scenery. It is so much more enjoyable to be outside and look around compared to being inside on a treadmill. Early in the morning especially, when the sun first starts coming up, it is so peaceful outside. It makes the exercise almost effortless.
It is amazing to listen to the sounds of nature, and enjoy the different colors. When walking early this AM, and it was a great way to get the day started. Easy to get fired up and motivated during the summer time when he can spend lots of time outside. Don’t waste it! The summer is going fast!
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 1421
by kelsey | Aug 16, 2011 | Etc.
I honestly can’t believe summer is coming to and end shortly! We hope you have all enjoyed the nice weather and fun times. With school starting in about a week, you may be looking at getting back into a routine like the kids will be. If you have neglected your health and wellness and need a jumpstart to get back on track, we’re here for you!! We are thrilled to be gearing up for our 4th session of STRIVE and look forward to meeting our new participants and welcoming back those from last year. Please check out or calendar for dates and if you’re interested and/or know of any who may be, please contact us through our contact page, email, or phone to get enrolled!!
In addition, please check out the Watertown Bike Club’s website as we are their featured sponsor! http://www.watertownbicycleclub.com/watertown-bike-trail/supporters/
-Kelsey
by Dan | Aug 13, 2011 | Exercise, Family, Goals, Motivation, Wellness/Health
Wow! No “ordina”ry weekend. My twin brother, Don, after following his dreams, and achieving his goals, had his ordination ceremony friday night, being ordained a lutheran minister. Whatever our dreams, whatever our beliefs, we all have the right to make OUR OWN INDEPENDENT CHOICES…and it is up to us to follow our choices. We have the freedom to choose our path in life. We also have the freedom to choose about what we do in regards to our health, in most instances. We can either exercise and watch our diet, and be healthier, reaping the benefits of this, or choose not to, and deal with all of the ramifications that can come about as a result.
I just want to say, “I am proud of you, Bro!” You made your dream come true. Your wife, kids, and the rest of your family were behind you, and it was great seeing things come to reality for you. You made a good CHOICE! Follow along as I continue to discuss about things in life/issues that help influence our choices.
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 1418
