A new Israeli study making the rounds of the internet is claiming that exclusive breastfeeding, instead of preventing allergies as has been shown by numerous studies, actually increases the risk for dairy allergy. The researchers conclude that parents should give cow's milk in the early days and … [Read more...]
Interesting Links #7: Shiva, Nursing in Public, and Emanuel Update
June 27, 2010 by
Leora posted the latest JPix, with photos from around the Jewish blogosphere. While you're there, don't miss Leora's posts on visiting a shiva (mourning) house, and a followup interview with Batya on managing a shiva house. I recommend bookmarking these in time of need. Haveil Havalim is up at A … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding and Cosmetic Breast Surgery in Israel
June 22, 2010 by
The rate of cosmetic breast surgery is growing rapidly in Israel and abroad. But young women and teenagers don't always consider the impact their surgery will have on breastfeeding. Even though women are often told differently, all types of breast surgery can affect breastfeeding. At the La Leche … [Read more...]
Settlement in Emmanuel Bet Yaakov Segregation Dispute
June 21, 2010 by
Update: It looks like the story is not over yet. The rabbinic court said it did not receive notice that Lalom revoked his lawsuit. It criticized him for going to the secular court, and claimed that it never said there was racism. The letter can be seen here (Hebrew). I don't know what the … [Read more...]
Help Readers Choose an Israeli Baby Name (June 2010)
June 17, 2010 by
Forum for Israeli Baby Name Help I've posted several threads with requests for feedback on Hebrew names. Below are two more requests: Naima writes: Back again, still playing with names. We're Conservative Jews near DC looking for Israeli Hebrew names for our soon to be daughter. We've … [Read more...]
Parents of Emanuel Bet Yaakov Students Set to Go to Jail
June 16, 2010 by
Update below, and more here: Settlement in Emanuel Bet Yaakov Segregation Dispute The parents of the "Beit Yaakov Hasidi," a breakaway girls' school in the small West Bank town of Emanuel, were found in contempt of court last month for refusing to send their children to an integrated school. … [Read more...]
Interesting Links #6: Preparing for Breastfeeding and Getting Help and More
June 14, 2010 by
On Shomer Shekalim, I have a guest post up on preparing for breastfeeding and getting help after birth. My reader interview at Cooking Manager today is with myself. Read about my mother's unique cooking style and how it influenced me. Haveil Havalim is now up at Ima on the Bima. Last week's … [Read more...]
An Alternative to Adler: Parenting Answers from Dr. Gordon Neufeld
June 10, 2010 by
Note: I revised the wording in several places at the request of Shoshana Hayman. Several years ago I reviewed Hold On to Your Kids by Dr. Gordon Neufeld, a clinical psychologist specializing in attachment at all ages. Dr. Neufeld is in Israel thanks to Shoshana Hayman, Faculty Member of the … [Read more...]
The Best Last Minute Pre-Aliyah Tips
June 7, 2010 by
I received this email from Neshama: My husband and I are FINALLY coming Home, and should be flying July 6 IY"H (G-d wiling). We're BE"H (with G-d's help) renting for a couple of months in order to get acclimated and look for a permanent place together. Can you offer advice on any topic to be … [Read more...]
Exclusive Account of Gaza Flotilla Violence
June 1, 2010 by
The following account came via my husband's former boss: I am disgusted and dismayed. Not by the actions of the Israeli Navy, but by the silence (so far) of our leaders who are supposed to explain to the world what is going on. The information below comes from my son who serves in the Navy and has … [Read more...]
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