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How Long to Nurse a Child

If you’re breastfeeding, it’s important to know how long to nurse your child so as to get the optimal health benefit for your baby. Most current research on the health benefits of breastfeeding centers on the first six months to a year of life. After this point, the medical data on extended breastfeeding–breastfeeding beyond a year old–tapers off, and the decision to breastfeed becomes a personal one.

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The Effects of Smoking on Babies

We all know smoking isn’t good for you; it turns out it’s just as harmful, if not more so, for a developing baby. Low birth weight, a greater risk of SIDS and an increased risk of childhood asthma are just a few of the health problems faced by babies who are exposed to nicotine in the womb. Give your baby a better chance at a healthy, happy infancy by cutting out cigarettes and staying away from second hand smoke.

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What Are the Benefits of Meditation?

Meditation is often recommended for those suffering from physical or mental ailments. But it can benefit anyone, regardless of health. There are different types of meditation, so finding a strategy that works for you is critical to reap the full benefits of meditation. After meditating, you should feel calm, centered and relaxed. You should feel rested and ready to move on with your daily activities. Whether you suffer from high blood pressure, respiratory issues, physical pain, or simply mental stress and fatigue, meditation can help improve your quality of life.