October is Intimate Partner Violence Awareness Month (a/k/a Domestic Violence Abuse) According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (“NCADV”) on average, nearly 20 people per minute are physically abused by an intimate partner in the U.S. During one year, this equates to more than 10 million women and men. The NCADV further notes that 1 in 7 women and 1 in 25 men … [Read more...] about Intimate Partner Violence Month (Week 1)
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#BabySafetyMonth – Conclusion
National Baby Safety Month was founded by the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association (JPMA) in 1983. According to the National Day Calendar, “originally known as 'Expectant Mother’s Day', over the years the celebration has grown into a full month of information, education and focus on infant safety.” Every September, Baby Safety Month is observed. There are many ways to … [Read more...] about #BabySafetyMonth – Conclusion
#BabySafetyMonth – Week 3
During National Baby Safety Month, we will be highlighting a few items that have been recalled within the last 60 days. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, items are recalled for a number of reasons, but basically, a recalled product has been deemed no longer safe. For more information on recalls, go the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission’s … [Read more...] about #BabySafetyMonth – Week 3
#BabySafetyMonth – Week 2
When should you babyproof your home and what hazards should you look for? The Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association (JPMA) offers these basic safety tips. For more information visit JPMA at https://babysafetyzone.org/safety-tips#InTheCar. JPMA notes the best time to babyproof your home is early in your pregnancy before you register so you can include needed safety … [Read more...] about #BabySafetyMonth – Week 2
#BabySafetyMonth – Week 1
September has been designated as the National Baby Safety Month. This month has been sponsored annually by the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association (“JPMA”). JPMA’s challenge is helping to educate parents and caregivers on the importance of properly choosing and using all the best products for their child’s age and developmental stage as outlined by the … [Read more...] about #BabySafetyMonth – Week 1
National Breastfeeding Month: Breaking down the stigma – Week 4
In this final installment during National Breastfeeding Month, everyone can get involved to make breastfeeding work for the new mom. The United States Breastfeeding Committee and the World Health Organization suggest these tips for employers, co-workers, lawmakers and unions to support mom and baby: What employers can do: • Respect national laws on paid and maternity … [Read more...] about National Breastfeeding Month: Breaking down the stigma – Week 4
National Breastfeeding Month: Breaking down the stigma – Week 3
This column is addressing the issue of breastfeeding during National Breastfeeding Month. Stigma still overshadows breastfeeding in public which is one of the contributing factors identified for low breastfeeding rates. What causes this stigma is the lack of knowledge regarding breastfeeding, sexist views and over-sexualization of a woman’s breasts. Some women who have … [Read more...] about National Breastfeeding Month: Breaking down the stigma – Week 3
National Breastfeeding Month: Breaking down the stigma – Week 2
In continuation of the series regarding breastfeeding in honor of National Breastfeeding Month, this week we will look at the benefits of breastfeeding. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, research shows that breastfeeding offers many health benefits for infants and mothers, as well as potential economic and environmental benefits for … [Read more...] about National Breastfeeding Month: Breaking down the stigma – Week 2
National Breastfeeding Month: Breaking down the stigma – Week 1
Thursday, August 1 through Wednesday, August 7, 2019 is designated as “World Breastfeeding Week” and the month of August is “National Breastfeeding Month.” Breastfeeding, also called nursing, is the process of feeding a mother’s breast milk to her infant, either directly from the breast or by expressing (pumping out) the milk from the breast and bottle-feeding it to the infant. … [Read more...] about National Breastfeeding Month: Breaking down the stigma – Week 1
July – National Cell Phone Courtesy Month – conclusion
The Counseling Corner By Rev. Judith T. Lester, B.Min. M.Th According to Jacqueline Whitmore, one of the nation's foremost experts on etiquette and protocol, wireless phone users can take these steps to avoid offending others: 1. Be all there. When you’re in a meeting, performance, courtroom or other busy area, let calls go to voicemail to avoid a disruption. In some … [Read more...] about July – National Cell Phone Courtesy Month – conclusion