true boy tales: Totally random thoughts here, folks.

Wednesday, March 9, 2011

Totally random thoughts here, folks.

I'm not totally over the top when it comes to "natural" stuff with my kiddos but definitely like to research and decide what our best options are. I was all about the epidural during my deliveries but used a midwife group (and loved them). I choose my own vaccination schedule for the boys and take the boys to the chiropractor before the pediatrician. So anyway, I'm always open to new ideas if it its more beneficial and potentially safer than "the norm". I read something tonight on this blog that I have absolutely never heard of before and am just so curious if any of you have ever heard about this: delayed cord clamping. So interesting and makes total sense! (And yes, if you're wondering...we are having another baby someday. Just don't ask Jon ;)
Anyway...Its just amazing to me the things that can be so beneficial (or harmful) that nobody ever talks about! We just don't think to question it! And why would we? I mean...they're the doctor for crying out loud. What do we know?? ;)

5 comments:

NikkiMarch 10, 2011 at 6:16 AM
I have heard of waiting, but admittedly never looked into it. I think it's fascinating, and it doesn't seem to put the baby at risk by waiting. I'm curious what our groups view is on it...I'll see Sea in a few monts (no, not pregnant), and would love to ask her about it.
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NikkiMarch 10, 2011 at 6:17 AM
oops...that's months, not (monts)
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EmilyMarch 10, 2011 at 6:23 AM
Wow! That's so interesting! Of course the autism side effect peaked my interest. Thanks for blogging about this!
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CrystalMarch 10, 2011 at 9:31 PM
Yes, I have heard about this, but not the autism part. I actually wanted to do it with Zeke. Well, as you know how the story goes, since the midwife didn't get there until 10 minutes after he was born, there was no early clamping for us! It was a little awkward to try and hold him while he was still attached though :)
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CourtneyMarch 22, 2011 at 7:59 PM
Wow, I'm wondering if I should bring this up at my next appt. I may have seen this just in time! Thanks for blogging it. :)
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