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Baby Alive $13.99 on Amazon
Starbucks Gift Set $6 Shipped
Tip-a-licious Thursday
Breastfeeding Basics: Answers to Five Common Questions
By Lisa Pecos (Guest Post)
Most new mothers who choose to breastfeed discover almost immediately that little instruction is required. The act of nursing is instinctive for both mother and baby, and even without outside help the process usually goes relatively smoothly. But even when things go relatively smoothly, it is common for problems to arise. If you are encountering breastfeeding problems or are worried about issues you may face in the future, here are some of the most common questions that might arise.
Is breast milk enough?
Many mothers worry that their breast milk will not be enough to satisfy all of a baby's nutritional needs. Set this worry aside. A mother's ability to produce copious, vitamin-rich milk is backed by millions of years of evolution, and the body has an almost incredible ability to produce good milk, even if it means the mother has to miss out on some nutrients herself. Try not to let this happen, though. While breastfeeding, make sure to eat a variety of healthy foods, and be sure to eat a few hundred extra calories per day.
What if my baby will not nurse?
There are any number of reasons why a baby might refuse to take the breast. If your baby is otherwise healthy, reluctance to feed may indicate sleepiness, fullness, or too much gas in the belly. Initially, try to have faith in your baby, and trust that he or she will take the breast when it is time. But if the problem persists and the baby goes several hours without eating, get in touch with your doctor or a lactation consultant.
What if I do not produce enough milk?
For a healthy mother who is breastfeeding, milk supply is based on demand. The more your child eats from the breast, the more milk you will produce. Once you get through the initial week or two of breastfeeding, you may even find that your body produces milk on a set schedule, making at times of day when the baby tends to be most hungry. Try not to worry. Many mothers are initially worried that they will not produce enough milk. More often than not, within a week or two they are producing more milk than they can use (in which case pumping becomes necessary).
How do I prevent spitting up?
First, accept that your baby is going to spit up sometimes. All babies do it. Some do it more than others, and this does not necessarily indicate any failing on the part of the parents. However, spitting up can be minimized by (1) making sure the baby does not eat too much, and (2) burping during and after the feeding process. For the first point, try to read your baby's signals. When she pulls away or slows down drastically, she might be done. As for burping, try to do it once halfway through the feeding and once at the end. You will become quite good at it after a few weeks.
What if my baby falls asleep while feeding?
Newborns are especially wont to fall asleep during feeding, but some older babies continue to do it for months. Think of it as a good sign. It shows that your baby is so soothed by your milk and your presence that he relaxes to the point of sleep. However, it is important to make sure that he gets enough. When he falls asleep, gently pat him, tickle his feet, talk to him, sing to him, or break the mouth suction. Do whatever it takes to keep him sucking until he has had his fill.
Lisa Pecos is a wife and well accomplished writer on natural remedies and natural approaches tofamily health. She's written numerous articles for Natural Health Journals.com, ParentingJournals.com and Baby Care Journals.com.
Free Kid Buffet at CiCi's
School is out, so how about treating your child to CiCi's Pizza?! Before you go, print this coupon and you will receive one FREE child buffet with purchase of an adult buffet. Woohoo.
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$10 Burger King Gift Card for $5
Kohl's After-Christmas Blitz
$20 Old Navy Voucher for $10
Freebie Friday

Subway & Fandango Deal!
Tasty Tuesday
Ingredients:
4 cups Honey Nut Chex® cereal2 cups Cinnamon Chex® cereal
1/4 cup butter or margarine
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons honey
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon rum flavoring
2 cups miniature marshmallows
Directions:
1. In large microwavable bowl, place cereals. In 2-cup microwavable measuring cup, microwave butter, brown sugar and honey uncovered on High 2 minutes, stirring after 1 minute, until mixture is bubbly. Stir in spices and rum flavoring. Pour over cereal mixture, stirring until coated.
2. Microwave uncovered on High 3 minutes, stirring and scraping bowl after every minute.
3. Cool slightly; about 5 minutes. Stir in marshmallows. Spread on waxed paper. Store in airtight container.
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Hershey's Horneando Juntas Review/Giveaway
I was lucky enough to be able to participate in the Hershey's Horneando Juntas Party Spark via MyBlogSpark. They provided me with all the necessary goodies to make some delicious Florecitas de crema de cacahuate (Peanut butter blossoms). Sure, our cookies didn't come out like the ones pictured on the Hershey's website but it sure was fun making them!
Walgreens Deals 12/18-12/24

Angel Soft Product $1/2 exp. 2/13/12 (RP 11/13/11)
Arm & Hammer Spinbrush Pro toothbrush or 2 pk brush heads - $4.99 get $1 RR
$1 off 1 Arm & Hammer Spinbrush product exp. 3/31/12 (SS 12/11/11)
Bayer Aspirin, 20 or 24 ct Advanced, 32 or 30 ct low dose - 25 % off - Buy 2 get $3 RR
Bayer Advanced Aspirin Product $2/1 exp. 12/31/11 (RP 9/11/11)
Bayer Aspirin Product $1/1 exp. 12/31/11 (RP 09/11/11)
Brut or Sure antiperspirant/deodorant, 2 to 2.7 oz - 2/$5 get $2 RR
Brut Product $1/1 exp. 12/31/11 (SS 11/20/11)
Clairol nice 'n easy foam hair color - $7.99 get $1 RR
Clairol Nice 'N Easy Color Blend Foam or Perfect 10 Hair Color $3/1 exp. 12/31/11 (SS 11/13/11)
Colgate Total Advanced or Gum Defense toothpaste, 4 oz, Maxwhite or Fresh toothbrush - 2/$5 get $1 RR
Creme of Nature hair care - foam lotion or replenish spray, 7 or 11.25 oz, $5.99 or Relaxer kit or Glass & Shine mist or Polisher, 4 oz or 4.8 oz, $7.99 - Buy one or more get $5 RR
Gillette Venus Proskin 2 in 1 or Fusion Proglide razor - $9.99 get $4 RR
Select Gillette, Secret or Old Spice personal care - Buy $30 get $10 RR
Secret Product $1/2 exp. 12/31/11 (P&G 11/27/11)
Old Spice Product $1/2 exp. 12/31/11 (P&G 11/27/11)
Gillette Bodywash $1/1 exp. 12/31/11 (P&G 11/27/11)
Gillette Deodorant $1/1 exp. 12/31/11 (P&G 11/27/11)
Glade 2 pk Plugins scented oil or Lasting Impressions refills, Automatic Spray refill, 6.2 oz, scented oil candles holder with 3 refills, Press & Spray kit - $4.99 get $1 RR
Hershey's Pot of Gold, 10 or 10.2 oz - 2/$10 get $2 RR
$1 off 1 Hershey's Pot of Gold, Hershey's Kisses or Reese's miniatures brand gift boxes exp. 12/25/11 (SS 12/11/11)
Lindt chocolates - Swiss Luxury, 4.9 oz, Petits Desserts, 6 oz, or Lindor 9.3 or 9.7 oz - $7.99, Buy $15 get $5 RR
Mucinex, 28 or 40 ct, $20 - Buy $30 get $10 RR or Buy $20 get $5 RR
Neutrogena microdermabrasion system - $21.99 get $2 RR
Nuwave mini oven - $79.99 get $10 RR
Pampers jumbo pack diapers or training pants, Swaddlers, Cruisers, Baby Dry or Easy Ups - $9.99 get $1 RR
PediaCare - Buy $10 get $5 RR
PediaCare Product $1/1 exp. 3/31/12 (SS 10/09/11)
Prevacid, 24 hour, 42 ct - $25.99 get $3 RR
$7 off 2 28ct or 42ct Prevacid 24hr products exp. 1/7/12 (SS 12/11/11)
Suave lotion, 18 oz or Caress body wash, 12 oz - 2/$6 get $2 RR
Buy $25 get $5 RR - Tide, 48 or 64 load - $11.99, Bounce 120 sheet or Downy 60 load - $5.99, Bounty 6 roll - $5.49, Charmin 6 double rolls - $3.49 or Puffs, 56, 68 or 100 sheet - 5/$5
CVS Deals 12/18-12/24
ECB Deals:
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CVS: Zhu Zhu Pets 99 cents!
According to the CVS email we received, you can get Zhu Zhu Pets for $0.99 (limit 1). This would make a great stocking stuffer. See details here.
Freebie Friday 12/16/11

*MILITARY ONLY: Get a Free 20oz Coca-Cola (12/16 & 12/17 only)
Note: Must print coupon and redeem at a military commissary or exchange only.
*Free Sample of Badabing Sauce
*Free Fries at Burger King (12/16 only)
*Free Medium Chocolate-Covered Cherry Cappuccino or Hot Chocolate at QuickChek
*Free Holiday Music MP3 Downloads at Amazon
nintendogs + cats: Golden Retriever & New Friends for Ninetendo 3DS $6.99

- Take care of cute and cuddly golden retriever puppies and their kitten friends
- Your nintendogs and kittens are fluffier, cuter and more expressive than ever in realistic 3D, and each one has its own unique coloring and personality
- Interact with your puppies and kittens just like you would with a real pet, as the Nintendo 3DS camera captures your voice, touch and even facial expressions and your pets respond
- Tap the camera icon on the touch screen to snap adorable photos of your puppies and kittens, then show them off to all your friends
- Bring your furry friends into your own world as the 3DS augmented reality feature frees them from the screen to play on your dining room table or sit on the palm of your hand
- Take your golden retrievers out for a walk and keep track of how many steps you take together on the built-in pedometer
- Keep track of all the fun you have with your new pets in a handy Journal
- Share your puppies and kittens with your friends, take a turn caring for theirs and even give each other presents with Street Pass (wireless broadband Internet access required)
- Take a trip online with SpotPass to download exciting new game content like Mii characters, pet accessories and other items (wireless broadband Internet access required)
- Play in 2D or 3D mode
- Teach your kittens and puppies new tricks and compete with them in unique challenges and activities
Vtech Ride and Learn Giraffe Bike $29.99 Shipped
I love Vtech toys! Although I've never owned the toy listed above, my kids have played with it and loved it. The ride and learn giraffe bike is great for kids between the ages of 18-36 months. Here are some of the key features:
- Encourages learning through five modes of active play
- Teaches letters, counting animals and objects
- Features an LCD screen
- Adjustable, bouncy seat with three positions to grow with child
Glade Moneymaker at Target
Thanks, Totally Target!
Tip-a-licious Thursday
By Lisa Pecos (Guest Post)
Most new mothers who choose to breastfeed discover almost immediately that little instruction is required. The act of nursing is instinctive for both mother and baby, and even without outside help the process usually goes relatively smoothly. But even when things go relatively smoothly, it is common for problems to arise. If you are encountering breastfeeding problems or are worried about issues you may face in the future, here are some of the most common questions that might arise.
Is breast milk enough?
Many mothers worry that their breast milk will not be enough to satisfy all of a baby's nutritional needs. Set this worry aside. A mother's ability to produce copious, vitamin-rich milk is backed by millions of years of evolution, and the body has an almost incredible ability to produce good milk, even if it means the mother has to miss out on some nutrients herself. Try not to let this happen, though. While breastfeeding, make sure to eat a variety of healthy foods, and be sure to eat a few hundred extra calories per day.
What if my baby will not nurse?
There are any number of reasons why a baby might refuse to take the breast. If your baby is otherwise healthy, reluctance to feed may indicate sleepiness, fullness, or too much gas in the belly. Initially, try to have faith in your baby, and trust that he or she will take the breast when it is time. But if the problem persists and the baby goes several hours without eating, get in touch with your doctor or a lactation consultant.
What if I do not produce enough milk?
For a healthy mother who is breastfeeding, milk supply is based on demand. The more your child eats from the breast, the more milk you will produce. Once you get through the initial week or two of breastfeeding, you may even find that your body produces milk on a set schedule, making at times of day when the baby tends to be most hungry. Try not to worry. Many mothers are initially worried that they will not produce enough milk. More often than not, within a week or two they are producing more milk than they can use (in which case pumping becomes necessary).
How do I prevent spitting up?
First, accept that your baby is going to spit up sometimes. All babies do it. Some do it more than others, and this does not necessarily indicate any failing on the part of the parents. However, spitting up can be minimized by (1) making sure the baby does not eat too much, and (2) burping during and after the feeding process. For the first point, try to read your baby's signals. When she pulls away or slows down drastically, she might be done. As for burping, try to do it once halfway through the feeding and once at the end. You will become quite good at it after a few weeks.
What if my baby falls asleep while feeding?
Newborns are especially wont to fall asleep during feeding, but some older babies continue to do it for months. Think of it as a good sign. It shows that your baby is so soothed by your milk and your presence that he relaxes to the point of sleep. However, it is important to make sure that he gets enough. When he falls asleep, gently pat him, tickle his feet, talk to him, sing to him, or break the mouth suction. Do whatever it takes to keep him sucking until he has had his fill.
Lisa Pecos is a wife and well accomplished writer on natural remedies and natural approaches to family health. She's written numerous articles for Natural Health Journals.com, Parenting Journals.com and Baby Care Journals.com.