http://www.modernmums.com NATALIE GEARY, MD, a practicing pediatrician writes in "modernmums - progressive parenting for modern mums" Fri, 26 Jun 2009 15:12:10 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Integrative medicine treatments are a growing field within medicine and especially pediatrics. The treatments range from herbal remedies to acupuncture to nutritional healing and the excitement is that they have become more popular as parents seek greater control of their child’s health and well-being. However, it is important to find ... http://www.modernmums.com/integrative-medicine.htm (4) AYURVEDA: MIND, EMOTION AND ENERGY. http://www.modernmums.com/223.htm Not surprising, the Environmental Working Group (EWG) found that 4 out of 5 sunscreen products don’t adaquately protect against sunburn and many contain chemicals that may be harmful. Leading brands were the worst offenders: Coppertone, Banana Boat and Neutrogena all cuased concern form the EWG The EWG's criteria for safety ... http://www.modernmums.com/sunscreen-%e2%80%93-what-do-you-really-need-to-know.htm Summer is finally within reach as schools finish up and the beaches beckon! I rarely shop- as a pediatrician and mother of three I tend to shop on-line, late at night. So I am always searching and researching for the very best products and then I stick with them- especially ... http://www.modernmums.com/dr-geary-recommends-summer-essentials.htm For a young child, getting monthly allergy shots seems like torture. However, if your child really suffers from clearly defined allergies, it may be something to consider. Despite the fact that allergy shots usually take years to provide relief, many children with severe allergies have really benefited- especially those ... http://www.modernmums.com/do-allergy-shots-work-and-is-it-worth-it.htm In a disaster or during a health emergency such as a flu pandemic, be prepared by assembling a survival kit to keep you going. The Mayo clinic recommends the following: You should have supplies to last everyone in your household — including pets — at least two weeks. SURVIVAL KIT ... http://www.modernmums.com/how-to-be-prepared.htm Its mother’s day!! I am not a big fan if Hallmark Holidays but as a Mom I occasionally wish for a special treat!! I rarely shop- as a pediatrician and mother of three I tend to shop on-line, late at night. So I am always searching and researching for the ... http://www.modernmums.com/dr-geary-recommends-spring-shopping.htm LUNCH IS FUN The lunch pack comes with utensils, a plate and coordinating lunch napkins. Made in the USA and out of 100% Organic Material.  Each Lunch Green lunch boxes comes with plates and with utensils: www.buygreen.com     ART FOR FUN TOO Take your art outdoors, and turn your child's swing set into an artist's studio! ... http://www.modernmums.com/lunch-is-fun.htm I think it is very hard as a woman to have a relationship with their mom that is not always consistent nor reliable. My mother has been living with Multiple Sclerosis since I was 22 years old. Hers unfortunately is the “progressive type”. While I write this I must tell ... http://www.modernmums.com/living-with-and-without.htm http://www.modernmums.com/188.htm