April 6th, 2012 
Calle Mami 
Banking your cord blood. It’s an option presented to many expecting parents. Many doctors and medical experts say the stem cells in the umbilical cord can be used to treat some life threatening illnesses as well as genetic, blood and immune disorders. Sarah and Brian Bothner, both medical researchers, decided to do it even before Sarah became pregnant with daughter Read More →
February 16th, 2012 Calle Mami When you think of brown rice, health risks may not immediately come to mind. However, federal regulators are now looking into increased concerns regarding certain brown rice products. Some of these products are consumed by children. Read more from WebMD here. Photo (c) G. Megecas
January 20th, 2012 Calle Mami Due to a rapid number of growing cases, the medical community is now looking to better define the broad spectrum of autism. Learn more about the new, stricter guidelines here. Photo (c) Dominik Gwarek
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January 12th, 2012 Calle Mami Working moms, listen up! A new law now requires companies with 50+ employees to provide a space for nursing moms to pump in private. And, it can’t be a regular restroom stall. This move is part of President Obama’s Affordable Health Care Act. Read more here. Photo (c) Mario Trejo
January 9th, 2012 Calle Mami If you thought exercise was overrated – think again! A new dutch study, published in the Archives of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, finds kids to who routinely break a sweat net better grades. Researchers believe there is a direct link and concluded it has to do with more oxygen and blood flow to the brain. Bottom line Read More →
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December 9th, 2011 Calle Mami Azúcar! Yes, we know many of the yummiest cereals have sugar. But, according to the Environmental Working Group, you might as well eat a Twinkie; the sugar in some bowls is that bad! The biggest offenders: Kellogg’s Honey Smacks, Post Golden Crisp, and General Mills Wheaties Fuel. Yikes! Read more from the EWG here. Photo Read More →
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November 30th, 2011 Calle Mami The Associated Press finds more and more parents aren’t getting the necessary vaccines for their kids in time for kindergarten. While vaccinations rates are still about 90% overall, an AP study found more than 1 in 20 public school children entering kindergarten aren’t up to date with their shots. Exemptions for vaccinations are also up, Read More →
November 23rd, 2011 Calle Mami According to Harvard researchers, the can of soup in your pantry could pose a potential health risk. They found those who eat canned soup regularly had increase levels of the chemical bisphenol A or BPA in their urine. That’s the same chemical found in some plastics, thought to possibly affect fetal and infant brain development. Read More →
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November 21st, 2011 Calle Mami So excited, I purchased my new sneakers this weekend. My pinkies (the name I gave them, although they favor a salmon tint) are finally being put to bed. 4 races, more than 100 runs, over 30,000 calories burned – it feels good. I went a little goth with my new pick, mostly because these would Read More →
October 18th, 2011 Calle Mami It’s something you certainly don’t usually hear in the same sentence – a six year old stroke survivor. But that’s the reality in the Boca Raton, Florida area, after the six year old little girl had a stroke while at the beach with her family. That was three months ago. Read more. Photo © Kuhran
Embelle makes a batch of bibs with lots of personality! Whether baby plays a doctor, referee, cowboy, cheerleader or ballerina – you have some cute options to make playtime fun. Each bib fastens with velcro and is pre-washed 100% cotton. Learn more at www.embellebaby.com. 
They are a huggable friend, blanket and wearable hoodie! Comfy Critters are a fun plush option, especially when a blanket is in order; great for daycare or a trip to see Granny. The soft blanket folds easily and stuffs conveniently into the hood; all held together with velcro straps. They are simple enough the kiddos [...] 
Just in time for swim season, these cute bathing suits sets by Duck Duck goose. The cover up has a hoodie that zips in the front as well as a kangaroo-styled pocket. The bathing suits have fun appliques and frills with thin shoulder straps. Available in sizes 12 to 24 months, find them at amazon.com [...] 
