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How to wean a toddler from bottle feeding

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Bottle feeding a baby is a time-consuming and stressful task. You must monitor your milk production, your baby's feeding schedule, and other factors. Once you start weaning your toddler from the bottle, it can be equally as stressful—but for very different reasons! Some mothers feel bad about denying their toddlers something they adore so much, while others worry that if a bottle isn't around at all times, their children won't get enough food or liquids. What if, then, I could prove to you that things don't have to be this way? That there are actually ways to help you through the process? Be consistent While consistency is important for all aspects of parenting, it's especially important when weaning a toddler from bottle feeding. While your child may be ready to make the transition, she might not want to let go of her beloved bottle—and that's okay! Be patient and don't give up hope if it takes your child a few days or weeks to adjust. The easiest

Fundamentals of Improving Your Immune System You Didn't Learn in School

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Everyone wants their immune system to be strong and healthy. Sometimes you have a year when you just seem to catch everything. And yet you have a colleague, friend, or family member who seems to be immune to everything. A strong immune system not only helps to prevent you getting ill but it helps you get better faster too. A cold isn't as bad as it could be if you manage to shake it off in a couple of days. But if your immune system isn't at its best, you could be suffering for a couple of weeks. If you want to make sure your immune system can kick germs' microscopic butts, here are some tips you might not know. Being Too Clean Isn't Good for You We have all seen those adverts for cleaning products that get rid of 99.99% of all bacteria. A hovering mother usually wipes her child's toy clean as soon as he's touched it. It's definitely good to maintain excellent hygiene habits. You should wash your hands after blowing your nose and keep your ki