Holistic Review K: kids and moms and their natural health support.

    1. Maximum health for a child begins with maximum health for a mother well before pregnancy. 

During pregnancy is not a good time to try to quit smoking or to experiment with new supplements.

    2. Extended breast feeding is generally agreed to be a primary factor for long-term health, especially for bones and teeth. 

A breast pump may be used for convenience. We also suspect that raw (unpasteurized) milk can offer similar benefits. However raw milk must be very fresh, and the animals tested for diseases such as tuberculosis. If a child seems allergic to milk, perhaps this can be overcome gradually, starting with one drop. Artificial formulas are not a good solution.

    3. Classical music and fairy tales. 

Research consistently shows that the most important influence on a child's success is how much "quality time" the parents spend. Fairy tales, written centuries ago, are an emotional equivalent of the rainforest. They awaken the most ancient family instincts in both parents and children, which are often neglected in modern childhood. This automatically generates "quality time" on a regular basis. By reading the story, a parent who may be imperfect at expressing emotion also suddenly becomes as wise as the story. It is best to read simply, and not act. The "Rainbow Fairy Books" by Andrew Lang are edited for children.

Similarly, Mozart and most classical music trigger a broad range of brain activity. Modern music expresses far fewer sounds and feelings. Neurons that are not stimulated in childhood tend not to develop. The more sounds, the more feelings, the more neurons. The most important times are probably during pregnancy and infancy.

Topics for further discussion.

    *   Does fluoride belong inside of children or only on their teeth?
    *   Is the growing list of innoculations safe for your child?
    *   Learning literature while learning to read with McGuffey's Reader.

Product guide k1: best health supplements for mothers and their children.

Discuss with your pediatrician for appropriate dosages.

    *   Calcium and Magnesium Citrate chewable wafers by Twinlab. 

A safer and more pleasant way to ensure adequate calcium during pregnancy and lactation. Take only in the evening and only with food. Additional magnesium and potassium may be desireable in the morning. For more information see chapter M.

    *   Sun Chlorella. 

Probably the most safe, gentle and natural super food, for both mothers and children. Safely increases energy, and ensures a wide range of proteins, vitamins and trace elements in their most natural form.

    *   NutriStars by Rainbow Light. 

One of the few children's supplements that is naturally sweetened or that contains FOS for digestive balance or spirulina and other natural concentrates for trace minerals and synergy. Two daily are suggested but if your child eats well then one may be enough.

    *   Complete Prenatal System by Rainbow Light. 

Rainbow Light makes the best child's supplement so we tend to assume they also make a good prenatal supplement.

    *   Super Ascorbate C Powder by Twinlab and Effer-C by Now Foods. 

Gentle forms vitamin C which may easily be added to fruit juice in whatever dosage is appropriate. Super Ascorbate C is unsweetened and Effer-C is sweetened with fructose.

    *   Joint Support Powder by Now Foods. 

A complete mix of joint building materials, primarily an instant unsweetened beef gelatin. Usually goes well with the same juices that are appropriate for vitamin C. For children, only small amounts might be appropriate, and please consult with your doctor. Not designed as a children's or a prenatal supplement.

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