Many changes....

Hello! Many changes have taken place in the last 6-7 months. I am in a new town and therefore am severing a new population of people. In-home visits for massage, nutrition and postpartum doula work, are the central theme to WWHP. We are awaiting the arrival of a new member of the family who is due this winter as well.

I will update address and other changes soon. Until then, WWHP is not accepting new clients, but don't despair, the doors will open again soon enough!

N.O.W - Other blogs/sites to check out

This week is to direct you to another interesting blog and website to check out. They pertain to ecological economics, art, and politics, all which are essential for health of our bodies as well as our world. Check 'em out and enjoy!

http://ecologicalecon.blogspot.com/

http://shammsetc.org/

N.O.W. - Vaccinations:Your Family's Health

Are vaccinations safe and do I have to get them for my kids?

The issue of vaccinating your child is a complicated one for many. On the other hand, there are others who never though twice about obtaining all the required immunizations that their primary care provider has ordered. Either way, whether you will choose to vaccinate or not, the next step should be to research and investigate each vaccination. It is always an empowering choice to gain more knowledge and understand side affects, precautions and alternatives. Most school systems require that you vaccinate your child before they will be allowed to enroll, including colleges. There are also alternatives if families choose not to vaccinate. Again, all this should be well researched and well thought out before making the final decision.

Here is one resource to start with (make sure you use many more):
"Vaccinations: A Thoughtful Parent's Guide: How to Make Safe, Sensible Decisions about the Risks, Benefits, and Alternatives"
By: Aviva Jill Romm

N.O.W. - Update

Hello all.
For all of you that have been waiting for the N.O.W. postings to resume, I want to let you know that they will begin again soon. Thanks for all of your e-mails. Check back for new N.O.W. postings within the month!

Best,
Ania

N.O.W - Calcium in Non-Dairy Foods

What other foods have calcium besides dairy products?

Here are a few choices:

- 1/2 cup tofu processed with calcium = 435 mg
- 3/4 cup calcium fortified orange juice = 260 mg
- 1 Tbsp. blackstrap molasses = 170 mg
- 1/2 cup boiled turnip greens = 100 mg
- 1/2 cup tempeh = 90 mg
- 1/2 cup okra = 90 mg
- 1/2 cup tofu processed without calcium = 60mg
- 1/2 boiled kale = 45 mg

Also, some herbs that are high in calcium are nettle and oatstraw.

Keep in mind there are many more. For a complete listing, go to the USDA's listing here: http://www.nal.usda.gov/fnic/foodcomp/Data/SR18/nutrlist/sr18w301.pdf


Some vegetables and grains have other components in them (oxalates and phytates respectively) that may block the absorption of calcium. But, if you don't or can't eat dairy, other calcium rich foods are the way to go.