"Spooky" deal this weekend only~Blessed Nest

ok friends... I am in such a good mood (from having had a great night's sleep on my Nesting Pillow, no doubt) I am going to offer all of you 20% off your entire order at Blessed Nest.com this weekend only. The best nursing pillow on the planet really is awesome for so many othe...r things! (enter
the code "SPOOKY" at checkout for your discount. If you're local, I'll
throw in some pumpkin bread when you pick it up...

xo, Heather :)

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Healthy Children~The Effects of Caffeine

Today's post written by Joanna Dolgoff, MD

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The Effects of Caffeine Children today drink twice as much soda as they did 20 years ago, averaging as much as 20 ounces a day! A large soda not only provides tons of calories and sugar but it also includes at least 100 mg of caffeine. Many parents wouldn't dream of giving their kids a cup of coffee yet routinely offer them soda, which contains caffeine as well. We also see many families hitting the local café or Starbucks for a café latte or mocha frappuccino loaded with the burst of 'energy' we call caffeine. The truth is, caffeine is everywhere but it is wise to keep kids' consumption of caffeine to a minimum. How caffeine affects kids: Caffeine is a stimulant and a drug that is naturally produced in the leaves and seeds of many plants. Caffeine can also be made artificially. Caffeine is considered a drug because it stimulates the central nervous system. The routine side is a feeling of alertness, but when taken in excess side effects may include: 1) Headaches 2) Difficulty concentrating 3) Jitteriness 4) Nervousness 5) Upset stomach 6) Difficulty sleeping 7) Increased heart rate 8) Increased blood pressure 9) Slight dehydration 10)Anxiety 11)Irritability 12)Muscle tremors 13)Nausea 14)Diarrhea 15)Shortened attention span 16)Increased risk of heart problems Because caffeine's effects are dependent on body weight, it does not take a lot of caffeine to produce side effects, especially for younger children. Younger kids are more also sensitive to caffeine because they haven't been exposed to it as much as older kids or adults and have not yet developed a tolerance to its effects. Beware of withdrawal: If you decide to cut caffeine out of your diet all together don't be surprised if you feel withdrawal symptoms such as headaches, muscle aches, and irritability, especially if you are used to consuming a lot. When I was in medical school, I relied on coffee to get me through my exams. Every vacation, I wound up in bed with severe headaches. I finally realized that I was suffering from caffeine withdrawal because I didn't need the caffeine to give me energy to study and so I wasn't drinking my usual amount of caffeine! I gave up caffeine and my headaches never returned. Caffeine takes up to 6 hours to be excreted from the body through the urine, so side effects may last until removed from the body. More reasons to limit kids' caffeine consumption: · Obesity: Kids who consume one or more 12-ounce sweetened soft drink per day are 60% more likely to be obese. · Lack of nutrients: Most caffeinated drinks are loaded with empty calories and are high in sugar, but lack the nutrients kids need when growing. More kids are choosing soda over milk now days and are missing out on calcium which helps build bones and teeth. · Tooth Decay: Drinking unhealthy drinks like sweetened beverages can lead to dental cavities from the high sugar content and can lead to erosion of the enamel from the high acidity content. · ADHD: Large doses of caffeine can impact the attention span for children, especially for those diagnosed with attention deficit disorder (ADD). Recommendations: The United States has not developed guidelines for caffeine intake because many experts believe because there is not enough data to make any conclusive recommendations. The Canadian guidelines recommend that children 6 and under have no more than 45 milligrams of caffeine per day; 10 to 12 year olds have no more than 85 milligrams per day and adults have no more than 300 milligrams per day. Foods and Beverages with Caffeine Here are some sources of caffeine to compare: ITEM AMOUNT CAFFEINE CONTENT BREWED COFFEE 5 OUNCES 115 mg COCA BEVERAGE 5 OUNCES 4 mg COCA-COLA 12 OUNCES 34 mg COFFEE 8 OUNCES 115 mg COLD RELIEF MEDICINE 1 TABLET 30 mg CHOCOLATE MILK 8 OUNCES 5 mg DARK CHOCOLATE 1 OUNCE 20 mg DECAF COFFEE 6 OUNCES 3-5 mg DIET COKE 12 OUNCES 45 mg DUNKIN DONUTS 16 OUNCE 206 mg ESPRESSO 2 OUNCES 100 mg ICED TEA 12 OUNCES 70 mg JOLT SOFT DRINK 12 OUNCES 71.2 mg MILK CHOCOLATE 1 OUNCE 6 mg MOUNTAIN DEW 12 OUNCES 55 mg NO-DOZ 1 TABLET 100 mg RED BULL 8.3 OUNCES 80 mg SNICKERS 1 BAR 60 mg STARBUCKS COFFEE 16 OUNCE 320 mg STARBUCKS CHAI TEA LATTE 16 OUNCE 100 mg TEA, BLACK 6 OUNCES 70 mg TEA, GREEN 6 OUNCES 35 mg 7-UP 12 OUNCES 0 mg There is no reason for children to drink or consume caffeinated products. One of the best ways to cut caffeine out of the diet is by not offering it at all. Eliminate soda all together and instead offer water, skim milk, or flavored seltzer. For an occasional treat try offering soda or tea but make sure it is decaffeinated. Be Well, Joanna Dolgoff, MD Dr.Dolgoff's Weigh

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William is here~ Love this family!

Sierra,William,Grace, Joel, JesseI am so excited to officially announce the arrival of baby William. Sierra and Joel, big sister Grace and big brother Jesse welcomed him into their family on August 7th.

 Their sweet William James was born at 8:08pm on Friday, August 7th weighing in at 9lbs 9.4oz and standing at a tall 21.5".

Heather is the proud Auntie! Congratulations. We love you!

Joel, Jesse, Grace, William

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Blessed Nest ~Home sweet Home

The entrance to the park by Heather's home and the Blessed Nest studio in Lawrence, Kansas

Yes, Home sweet home. We hope to visit Heather for a Blessed Nest "meet up" in September. I will have camera and notebook in hand to report on all Lawrence has to offer.

Have a wonderful weekend with your family and join us on Saturday for our weekend round up!

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