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The Importance of Spinal Care

6/27/2018

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​Doctor of Chiropractic, Camille Berger, visited New Beginnings to discuss the benefits of visiting a chiropractor and the overall importance of proper spinal care.  Chiropractic care allows your body to function as God intended, for you to live a life free of pain in order to maximize your full potential.  

​The spine is the controller of the entire body as it is the first system to receive signals from the brain on how to operate.  Receiving chiropractic care can lead to all-over bodily benefits like increased fertility, arthritis relief, and improved sleep, so seeing a chiropractor is not limited to those with ailments of the spine.
​Our lives cannot be put on hold when we experience back pain. For this reason, many people are in the habit of popping pills to temporarily bandage their suffering.  These spurts of pain relief allow us to function regularly for a few hours, but in actuality pushing through back pain is probably doing further spinal damage and can even lead to irreversible spinal misalignment along with a plethora of physical handicaps.  When self-healing measures like massage and back cracking are attempted by yourself or other non professionals, further spinal damage is almost inevitable.  When cracking an injured spine, the misaligned spinal vertebra (bone) allows the normal vertebrae above and below it more flexibility to compensate for the misaligned vertebra’s inability to move properly. This can lead to extensive spinal trauma. 
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​Back pain may suddenly go away. Chances are high that the spinal problem has not magically healed itself, but instead the brain has blocked pain receptors to the traumatized area in order to allow the body to better function.  Because of our brains’ incredible ability to give us pain relief, it’s advised to begin seeing a chiropractor as soon as back pain appears due to the harmful consequences working through pain can cause.  Misaligned spinal vertebrae may even take years to show symptoms in the body such as pain or postural problems. Therefore, it is highly recommended to begin incorporating a visit to the chiropractor into your annual doctor checkup schedule as a preventative measure.
Camille Berger, DC attended the renowned Palmer college in Iowa which was founded by the founder of chiropractic, BJ Palmer.  Camille is a mother to three children and is especially passionate about helping women through their pregnancies and those suffering with fertility issues.  Early Beginnings Chiropractic is Doctor Berger’s practice which is scheduled to open in the very near future.   
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Group Night is held at New Beginnings.  Every Thursday, we meet as a group to discuss important life skills and educational topics.  Discussions are led by community volunteers and can cover a broad range of topics.

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The Importance of Nutrition

5/8/2018

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​This week for group night we welcomed Chris, an RN who is also a licensed nutritionist. She showed us the importance of paying attention to what we eat. It is possible to be at the right weight without medications and just by eating a healthy, balanced diet. At fifty-six, Chris is the same weight as she was when she was thirty-six and had her last child. Your body is a gift from God and we must be good stewards for the gifts he has given us. 
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​Now that we’ve covered some basics, let’s go over good and bad fats. Monounsaturated fats are liquid at room temperate and include olive oil and oils from nuts. Polyunsaturated fats are also liquid and include oils from seeds such as sunflowers. Saturated fats are solid at room temperature and include butter. Lastly, trans fats should be avoided at all costs. They are also solids and often go through a process called hydrogenation. This is used to process foods to make them last longer. For example, natural peanut butter has a layer of oil that sits on top. Hydrogenated peanut butters such as Skippy use the process to make it smoother and more appealing.
If you want to be healthier, there are several steps you can take. Several websites such as MyPlate have several tools to help you plan meals and what ingredients should be avoided. Instead of drinking soda or athletic drinks, choose tea or water with a slice of ginger or cucumber. Sometimes what we eat depends on how we feel. This is called emotional eating. We do it to get rid of a bad feeling. We don’t know what we’re feeling and it is not the proper way to address it. Slow down and properly eat your food. Food won’t fix it. Look for other ways—talk, pet a dog, pray, or take a nap. It will pass, life happens. Eat in a positive way. Lastly, heavier foods are foods that are low in the glycemic index. They are high in protein and fiber. These include beans, sweet potatoes, and brown rice.
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Nutrition is important because we need to have energy to do daily tasks. We need to maintain a healthy body weight and it also lowers the risk of health problems such as heart disease. A few easy things to start doing are to watch portion sizes and eats lots of foods that are dark green, red, and orange. Look on the packaging before eating any food because portion sizes are often smaller than they seem. 
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Our Group Night (nutritious) snack!
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Group Night is held at New Beginnings.  Every Thursday, we meet as a group to discuss important life skills and educational topics.  Discussions are led by community volunteers and can cover a broad range of topics.
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How to Reduce Stress

5/8/2018

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What is exactly is stress? Stress is a chemical reaction in response to a negative reaction. It’s your body telling you that it doesn’t want to get hurt. This isn’t always bad; it helps keep you safe. However, too much stress can get you stuck in a negative state of being. When people are over-stressed, they typically worry too much about silly things or become desensitized to problem areas in their lives.
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What are symptoms of being too stressed?
Stress has many symptoms and here are a few: increased heart rate, feeling lousy, feeling overwhelmed, forgetting things, loss of focus, and high blood pressure. Being stressed is much worse for pregnant mothers because the baby feels everything that his or her mother feels.
How do I deal with stress?
A big part of dealing with stress is recognizing it so you can plan for before, during, and after the fact. Many people only recognize what stress made them do after-the-fact. When you feel like you’re overstressed, give yourself a moment. Realize you’re having a rough time and get a fresh start. There are many simple ways to help relieve stress: write in journals, take a walk, bathe, color, listen or sing to music, pamper yourself, use a stress ball or something similar, read, take a nap, make lists, or exercise. Be proactive. When you’re really engaged it’s hard to think about all the extra stuff. Crying may not be a bad thing because it makes you feel better afterwards. It’s easier to spiral than to stay at a bottom. Everybody’s life is different. Everything has different meanings to different people. Hold yourself accountable by doing activities with others, such as working out. Get to a place where you can even compromise. Somethings will come with time. Take care of yourself.
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Mind full vs. Mindful
Mindfulness is doing actions with purpose. Your mind is sometimes so cluttered that you don’t realize what you’re doing and live life on autopilot. You’re too busy thinking about the next thing that you neglect what you’re doing in the now. Focus on your breathing two minutes a day. Clear your mind. Learn awareness, self-acceptance, and letting things go. Set apps with reminders to force you to pause throughout the day. Close your eyes and take very deep breaths. Be aware of the noises around you. Open your eyes and say five things you can see, five you can hear, five you can touch, and try to find five things to taste and smell.  Be at peace. Accept things the way they are.
How to prevent stress
Find things that are important to you and make time. Say no to a new responsibility when you need to. Make sure to make yourself laugh every once in a while. Seek out that person who always puts a smile on your face or re-watch your favorite comedy. Intentionally build things into your day to brighten it up. Make your own day. Take long breaths—quickly count 1,2,3,4. Be aware of the right now and intentionally focus on what’s around you. If you need further help with your stress, many hospitals offer courses. A stress-free you is the best you!
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Resident Shawna is stress-free at this moment!
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Group Night is held at New Beginnings.  Every Thursday, we meet as a group to discuss important life skills and educational topics.  Discussions are led by community volunteers and can cover a broad range of topics.
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QUICK SPRING CLEANING TIPS

4/20/2018

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​Is spring finally here? Only God knows but now is a great time to shake off the dust from winter and pull up your sleeves. Here is a simple guide to get started:
Out with the old
Get rid of clutter. Sort items you don’t want into three piles: throw away, donate, and sell. Many possessions like toys and clothes can go a long way if donated. Money earned from selling other items can go towards a little pocket money or be donated to your favorite charity.

Having a hard time getting started? Start small. Do a drawer a day. Divide up tasks. Give yourself a reward for everything you check off your list.
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Reorganize your wardrobe. While you’re shifting out your heavier clothes for your summer line, why not go through your wardrobe to get rid of articles you never wear anymore? If your closet looks appealing, you’ll look appealing!
Organize books and dishes so they are easier to find and look more presentable. 
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​Top to bottom
Clean your residence from top to bottom! Clean light and ceiling fixtures. Fans can be dusted with long cleaning tools or get on top of a ladder and brush the dust into a pillowcase.

Don’t forget the walls; even though they are a flat, sheer surface dust still collects on them. Windows can be cleaned simply with a rag and soapy water. Other a good glass solution can be made with water, white vinegar, rubbing alcohol, and a few drops of peppermint extract. Use a squeegee to get that extra sparkle.

Lastly, buff your wood floors. A D.I.Y. solution can be made with olive oil, white vinegar, hot water, and a few drops of lemon essential oil. Tough tile stains can be removed with baking soda and water. Just make sure to use a non-abrasive scrubber so you won’t scratch your floors.
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Deep clean
Here is a list of furniture and appliances to make sure you cover: dishwasher, countertops, cabinets, stove, refrigerator, sink and faucets, bathtub and shower, bedding and mattress, washing machine, silverware, bookshelves, patio furniture, couches, tables, chairs, and other upholstery.

Use salt and soda water to clean inside refrigerators.  This is also an excellent time to go through your entire fridge and get rid of all expired food. Also when you’re finished don’t forget to place an open box baking soda in both your freezer and fridge. Move your fridge away from the wall and clean all the dust built up behind it. This way you can clean the condenser coil to keep your fridge fully functioning and reunite yourself with anything you or your cat have kicked behind it.

Even if blankets and pillows don’t need to be cleaned, air them out to get rid of any winter drab.

​Finally, don’t forget to disinfect your cleaning tools like brooms, vacuums, and sponges.

​Spring is a beautiful time. It’s the season where everything starts fresh. Why not get rid of the clutter in our hearts? Let bygones be bygones. Let go of old grudges and stressors. We are in the Easter season; Christ has washed away all our transgressions! Take this time to start anew and blossom like the beautiful human being that God created.
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 "Flowers appear on the earth; the season of singing has come, the cooing of doves is heard in our land." 
Song of Songs 2:12
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Rachel Christian is an intern from Wisconsin Lutheran College. She is a senior Communicative Arts major with an emphasis in business. She grew up in Sullivan, Wisconsin and graduated from Lake Country Lutheran High School. In her free time she enjoys movies, the outdoors, and spending time with her cat, Cleo.
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Best Baby Monitor Features

11/8/2017

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​Any new parent knows that it’s important to keep a close eye on your little bundle of joy. Baby monitors are a great way to make sure all is well in the nursery. With advancements in technology, these devices have come a long way from being basic audio monitors. But which features are most important? Here are some factors Reviews.com looked at when they reviewed various popular baby monitors:

Who wouldn't want to keep an eye on these precious little ones?

We looked for monitors that had parents’ go-to features.
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Nearly 100 monitors on our initial list offered infrared night vision, volume control, and support for additional cameras. To narrow our search, we earmarked particularly useful qualities we saw mentioned again and again on parenting sites. We only considered monitors that met at least two of our four criteria:
  • Microphone sensitivity: There’s a difference between hearing your baby cry, and hearing every little noise. All baby monitors have the option to turn down the volume, but some offer thresholds for parents who are more comfortable with only hearing the biggest upsets, and prefer not to hear the self-comforting noises their baby makes as they fall asleep.​
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  • Audio display: Even when the monitor is muted, an audio display will show you how loud your baby is with a little chart on the screen. If you want to listen to music for a while without the background white noise, an audio display will let you know if your baby is only quietly cooing in their sleep, or if they are well awake and need attention.​
  • Two-way talk: It’s not intended to let you cry at your baby for a change, but being able to talk to your little one can help soothe them in the moment, or offer just enough reassurance that they might fall back asleep. As your child gets a little older, it’s an easy way to gently remind them to stop playing around and go to sleep.
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  • Temperature Sensor: Babies are particularly susceptible to overheating and hypothermia because they can’t regulate their body temperature as well as adults. Monitors with these sensors display the room temperature on your screen so you don’t have to check your home system, and some will alert you when the room becomes too hot or too cold.
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​Here are their top choices:
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​You can check out Reviews.com’s full research and guide here.
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Online Resources is something that we make use of here at New Beginnings.  We are blessed to be sent those online resources by members of the community, staff, and volunteers to be used to help educate and learn more about things available to our residents and our readers.

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Depression and New Beginnings

6/12/2017

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​Have you ever had one of those days where nothing seems to go right?  First, you get a flat tire on the way to work.  Once you are late to work, your boss starts demanding that you get that project in today even though you were suppose to have another week to work on it.  You stop at the store after work because you remembered you were out of milk just to realize, after you got home, that you were out of butter too.  You make dinner for the family just to have them turn their nose up at it and all you want to do is cry.  
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​What do you do?  Some will take a walk while others will sit and have a glass of wine.  What about that small bit of ice cream in the freezer?  No matter what your coping mechanism might be, you were given the skills to take that break and pull yourself back up.  You might have family or friends who you can talk to and help you work through the pain and sadness.  You pray, hope, and look for a better tomorrow.

​What if you didn’t have the skills it takes to cope with your bad day?  What if you didn’t have a strong enough faith to go to God for help?  What if you didn’t have a fridge or freezer to keep that little bit of ice cream or you don’t have the family or friend support to help you work through your problems?  What happens then?  Many people fall into depression.  The hurt and abuse of their past along with the struggle of their today does not bring much hope for tomorrow.
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​Did you know that many of the young women who apply and are accepted into New Beginnings admit to be suffering from depression?  They have seen no hope for a brighter future for themselves or their babies.  A kindness from some one only brings a temporary relief from the sadness and struggle.  Did you notice that after a bad day, you are not as productive as you usually would be?  Maybe you don’t sleep as much or you hurt a bit.  For those who suffer from depression, this is an everyday bad day.  Every day it is a struggle to do the simplest of tasks.  When it is really bad, even getting showered and dressed is a task that proves to be too complicated so to ask them to go out and work, would be asking the impossible.  The feelings of worthlessness and sadness just increase after not being productive.  Its an endless cycle.
​New Beginnings hopes to change that cycle for those moms and create that new beginning that those young women so desperately need.  We help teach coping skills and give the resources that they need not only physically but also spiritually.  With every success comes new hope and the chance of a brighter future.  Of course, this is not an overnight success story.  Sometimes, it can take a few months and sometimes it can take years.  Just as every person is different, every background story and recovery is different.
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In this blog I talk mainly about depression due to circumstance and situation.  Of course, there are other reasons for depression and by no means am I trying to overlook or ignore them.  Sometimes it is really a chemical imbalance and your mind is wired different and therefore experience depression.  In this case, seeking out a professional who will be able to treat you effectively would be the way to go.  Another form of depression that we might see a lot at New Beginnings would be postpartum depression.  This is very common in new mothers as there are so many changes happening not only in a woman's environment but also in her body.  For more information, resources, and tips and tricks to help combat these baby blues, check out the website below by clicking on the button called "Baby Blues".  This article was written by Jackie Edwards who had gone through her own baby blues and found ways to help through research and learning.  Take a peek and learn some strategies to help yourself and others you love who may be going through it.
Baby Blues
Thank you to all who continue to support New Beginnings and give these women hope and a promising future.
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​Christina Pritzlaff is married with two children. She has completed Early Childhood 1 & 2 classes, Infant Toddler classes, and completed the coursework for her Associates degree in Child Development. Christina splits her time between spending time with her family and working at New Beginnings. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her children, camping, fishing, reading, and doing counted cross-stitch.

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Resume Help and Interview Prep with LeKecia Lovett

5/18/2017

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Last Thursday we had the chance to sit down with LeKecia Lovett of Encompass Solutions to learn about how to increase our chances of getting a job by creating resumes that will catch an employer’s eye, along with how to interview like a professional. The following tips apply to any job in any field, and cover a variety of fields, so there is something for everyone to learn. 
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Writing a Resume
  • Remember that resumes are only meant to get you an interview, not the job.
  • Don’t talk about your hobbies, however interesting, if they’re not relevant to the position to which you are applying.
  • A resume should include the following sections: Heading, Summary of Qualifications, Work Experience, Education, Skills & Abilities, and References.
  • Including a cover letter to explain why you are a good fit for the positon you are applying for is also a good idea.
  • There are three types of cover letters:
  • Letter of Application-Used to apply for a specific positon within the desired company
  • Letter of Inquiry-Used to show interest in eventual openings within a company
  • T-Zone Cover Letter-Used when you have met most of the requirements included in the job description. 
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Interviewing Like a Pro
There are seven steps to planning an interview. They are:
  1. Researching the organization to show your interest and stand out from other candidates.
  2. Compare your skills and qualifications to the job requirements.
  3. Prepare responses to standard interview questions.
  4. Wear neutrally-colored, formal, and neat clothes that are professional.
  5. Bring your resume, a notepad, list of references, and any information needed to complete an application.
  6. Pay attention to non-verbal communication.
  7. Follow up with questions for the interviewer about the company, and a thank-you. 
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Group Night is held at New Beginnings.  Every Thursday, we meet as a group to discuss important life skills and educational topics.  Discussions are led by community volunteers and can cover a broad range of topics.

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Helpful Reminders

4/24/2017

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​This month, I had the privilege of accompanying our Executive Director, Brianne Hansen, to the Heartbeat International Conference in Chicago, IL.  What a fun experience!  Our goal was to learn as much as we could to ultimately improve the work that we do here at New Beginnings.  And boy did we soak up a ton of information!  Some key points really stuck out to me during my workshops:
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1. We do the work that we do because we love our God and we love the people we serve.  Every decision we make in our ministry should ultimately be out of love for our residents and with their best interest in mind.  We should constantly be praying for God’s wisdom as He guides us on this mission He’s called us to.  “If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.”  James 1:5.  Each mother comes in with her own strengths, weaknesses, and story.  They are all children of God and we should strive to learn about them and help them in any way that we can.

2. It is important for us to take care of ourselves as well.  Compassion fatigue is real.  Even if you are in another line of work, the stresses of life or your job can negatively impact your ability love your neighbor the way God expects you to.  Satan uses those moments to creep into our lives and fight against what God is trying to work within us.  So, practice self-care.  When you feel yourself getting bogged down in work or in your personal life, take a deep breath (literally) and say a prayer.  It works wonders!  It can also be incredibly beneficial to seek the help of a professional.  If these negative feelings aren’t going away, they warrant the attention of someone who’s been trained to help others work through them.
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3. While the pro-life mission as a whole is far from over, our message is gaining ground and God is working in the hearts of people around the world to further His purpose.  Babies are being saved!  This is one of the many reasons we do what we do.  At New Beginnings, we provide mothers who have chosen life for their children with resources and a stable home.  By changing the life of one mother, we change and shape the lives of generations.  The work we do, with your help, will extend throughout entire family trees.
​It was such an encouragement to be surrounded by other Christian, pro-life minded individuals working in ministries similar to ours all across the country and even throughout the world.  God’s Will for the unborn is reaching far and wide.  However, the war to save lives is not over and we need everyone’s help.  YOU can make a difference in the lives of moms and babies today by donating your time, talents, or treasures.  Get involved!
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Taleya Williamson is the Operations Manager at New Beginnings.  She was born and raised in Puyallup, Washington and attended Evergreen Lutheran High School.  Taleya recently graduated from Wisconsin Lutheran College with a Bachelors of Science in psychology with a minor in anthropology.  In her free time, Taleya enjoys spending time with her husband, David.

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Child Nutrition

4/13/2017

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​On April 6th, we were treated to a highly informative presentation about child nutrition by Jenny Luedke, a senior nursing major at Wisconsin Lutheran College. Jenny, who is a mother herself, walked us through the basics of child nutrition from birth to five years. Everyone learned something new, and Jenny received plenty of questions. 
Infant Nutrition: Birth to Six Months
 
​One of the most important aspects of feeding an infant is knowing when he or she is hungry; infants who are hungry will often root (move their heads back and forth as though they are looking for something) or suck before they cry. Thus, you should not wait until your infant is crying to feed him or her. If you are breastfeeding your child, you should feed him or her on demand, or every two to three hours. If the baby is formula fed, then you should feed him or her every three or four hours. Mothers who pump breastmilk for their babies can keep it in the fridge for up to forty-eight hours, while mothers who formula feed can store their formula in the fridge for up to twenty-four hours. 
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​Infant Nutrition: Six to Eight Months

​Infants are typically ready for baby foods around six to eight months of age. Signs that the child is ready for table food include sucking food off of a spoon, sitting up, and holding up his or her head for extended periods of time. Rice cereal and pureed fruits and vegetables are great foods to start with, and finger foods like puffs and yogurt bites are great for infants who are graduating to solids. Children at this stage can also be fed soft, cut-up foods like bananas, blueberries, and eggs. 
​Toddler Nutrition: Twelve Months to Five Years

​Once a child is a year old, he or she is ready for cow’s milk. For the first two years of life, children should drink whole milk; however, low-fat milk is also acceptable once the child is past two years of age. Some foods to avoid during this stage are strawberries and honey, because children can choke on the strawberry seeds and honey has botulinum spores that make children sick. 
​Other Important Information
Important tip: If you are looking on the Internet for more information on what to feed your child, look for websites that end .org or .gov, as there are more accurate, and more reliable sources.
Foods that are a choking hazard: Grapes, hot dogs, popcorn, raw vegetables, hard fruit, white bread, peanuts, hard candies and gum.
Top food allergies: Milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, fish, shellfish, soy, gluten/wheat
Unhealthy foods to avoid: Anything with high sodium or salt content, carbohydrates, or sugar. Some good examples of such foods are corn dogs, hot dogs, pizza, mac ‘n cheese, white bread, chips, soda, and granola bars. 
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Group Night is held at New Beginnings.  Every Thursday, we meet as a group to discuss important life skills and educational topics.  Discussions are led by community volunteers and can cover a broad range of topics.

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Learning How To Save Lives At New Beginnings

4/10/2017

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New Beginnings – A Home for Mothers offers group classes to the mothers residing in the program every Thursday night. For one of our Thursday night group sessions, a group of three nursing students from Wisconsin Lutheran College educated staff and residents on choking prevention and infant CPR.

The nursing students are a part of the Nursing Association on the WLC campus, and one student, Lori Bowman, served as a Resident Assistant at New Beginnings in 2015. We were excited to see Lori and to learn about the importance of choking prevention and first aid. 
 
As a part of the presentation, the students brought in a life-like doll that we used to practice CPR. One of our mothers, Jasmira, was brave and practiced on the doll in front of the group! The essentials that we gathered from the presentation can be broken into 3 main parts:
Choking Prevention
Foods that pose the greatest danger for small children as a choking hazard include hot dogs, nuts and seeds, grapes, popcorn, raw vegetables, and peanut butter. Parents should also watch out for household items that can pose a choking risk including marbles, pen caps, small batteries, coins, and balloons.
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Infant Choking 
If a child is choking, he or she will not be able to talk, cry, or breathe. For infants younger than 1 year, first aid for infant choking includes alternating between giving 5 back slaps and 5 chest thrusts. An important note is that 911 should be called FIRST.

Infant and Child CPR 
Should the child become unconscious, begin infant CPR. The three steps for infant CPR include (1) Open Airway, (2) Give Rescue Breaths, and (3) Give Chest Compressions. Again, 911 should always be called first.
 
The nursing students gave staff and residents a handout that details all of the life-saving steps. Please follow the link below to view the handout:
http://www.wheatonpediatrics.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/Choking-Prevention-and-First-Aid.pdf.
 
We would like to thank the nursing students at Wisconsin Lutheran College for giving such an informative and professional presentation. The staff and residents at New Beginnings learned vital information that could help save lives!
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Group Night is held at New Beginnings.  Every Thursday, we meet as a group to discuss important life skills and educational topics.  Discussions are led by community volunteers and can cover a broad range of topics.

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