Here’s a list of what Elizabeth “eats” every day– I’ve written it in the form we recognize of meals and snacks. In reality, the few enjoy life mini chips and a couple licks of PB is all she takes in orally. We also give an extra 16-24oz of water daily. Breakfast: 1/2 cup quinoa with… Continue reading What my Toddler “EATS”
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Adaptive Clothing & Bolus Feeding
We are always in search of adaptive clothing that will make our life easier with a feeding tube. Last year, I supported a Kickstarter campaign for Tubesies– a bodysuit made for easy access to the feeding tube (G-Tube or GJ-Tube). Because Elizabeth is small and a slow grower, she can still wear her original Tubesies–… Continue reading Adaptive Clothing & Bolus Feeding
Real Food for Toddlers Blended Plan One
I am currently batch preparing food for eight days and then blending one meal at a time. This is the simplest way for me to make sure Elizabeth is getting a varied diet throughout the day. She has volume tolerance issues and a lot of food intolerances. Why eight days? Because I put 2oz of… Continue reading Real Food for Toddlers Blended Plan One
Breast Pump Wean
I’ve been MIA! Life has been BUSY! That’s how it goes with seven kiddos and a medically needy little one. I had initially hoped to continue to pump until Elizabeth’s adjusted first birthday (Sept. 9) which would have been 15 months actual. My milk supply dropped to only 10oz a day and it was still… Continue reading Breast Pump Wean
Nipple Lubes
Here’s the thing. Whether you exclusively pump, exclusively nurse, or a combination, those nipples are going to need some love. Here’s the lowdown on keeping your nipples happy and healthy. Meet coconut oil- your new BFF. Seriously. Best thing ever. I applied before every pumping session (on nipples and lubed the flanges for easy gliding). … Continue reading Nipple Lubes
Beautiful Nourishment 