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DON’T FREAK — IT’S JUST FRUIT

Common misconceptions could be keeping you frombeneting from the nutritional powerhouse

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By Margaret Battistelli Gardne

What’s not to love about fruit? It’s easy to come by, it’s tasty,it’s sweet, and to top it all off, it’s good for you. All kinds of fruit — from the bright, clean burst of an orange to the tender,pulpy squish of a perfectly ripened peach, to the crisp snap of an autumn apple, to the indulgent creamy kiss of an avocado —are spilling over with the vitamins our bodies need to do what

they do every day. Fruits feed our organs the good stuff they need to keep us going and growing, thinking, breathing and, yeah, living.

Don’t freak

— it’s just fruit

eating right

Common misconceptions couldbe keeping you from beneting

from the nutritional powerhousein the produce aisle




“Fruit is essential for overall health,”

aid Kelli Worley, a registered dietitian and

wner of Nutrition Solutions in Beaumont.

Its main source of calories is from carbo-

hydrates, which give you energy. It’s what

your body runs on.”

Fruit lls you up, cleans you out, hy-

drates you from the inside, fosters weight

oss, jump-starts your metabolism and

ives you clean, natural energy to get you

hrough your day. And research suggests

hat the nutrients in fruit can help thebody ward o a variety of diseases and

onditions from heart disease to stroke

o certain cancers. You can get it fresh,

anned or frozen. You can eat it raw,

ooked, in a recipe or just out of hand.

Still, a lot of folks don’t get the mini-

mum daily recommended allowance of

ruit — and that’s a mere ve servings (that

an be split among veggies, too). If ve

ervings seem daunting to you, consider

hat a serving of berries or diced fruits,

or example, is just half a cup. A serving f apple or orange is about the size of

your st (assuming you’re not an

nfant or professional wrestler).

So what’s the deal? Why

re some people so freaked

ut about fruit? According to

ome Southeast Texas nutrition

xperts, there are some common

misconceptions that keep people

rom living the most, ahem, fruitful

ives they can.

Misconception No. 1:Fruit is boring.

Color, texture, taste … the fruit world

has it all. And with produce aisles over-

owing with exotic choices such as persim-

mons, blood oranges, papaya, and ugli

ruit, there simply is no excuse to limit

your taste buds to bananas and oranges.

“Most people tend to focus just on a

ouple of kinds of fruits and boredom sets

n,” said Jennifer Gary, a registered dieti-

ian and diabetes educator at Joslin Dia-

betes Center Aliate at Southeast TexasMedical Associates in Beaumont. “If all

you eat are apples, bananas and oranges,

you’ll get bored and then you won’t want

o eat any fruit.”

Worley suggests aiming for a variety

f colors in your fruit choices, as dier-

nt fruits get their colors from dierent

nutrients. Not all fruit has Vitamin C, A or

E, for example, so experimenting across

he color spectrum will round out your

nutrition — and taste — requirements. She

ecommends branching out with papaya,

kiwi, mangoes or perhaps starting with

fruit you can buy in jars, so there’s noth-

ing intimidating about picking and prepar-

ing them.

Misconception No. 2:Fruit is high in sugar, so it

should be avoided, espe-

cially in low-carb diets or

by people with diabetes.

Yup, fruit has a high concentration of

sugar and is a source of carbohydrates.But our bodies need carbs, and the sugar

in fruits is natural, so eating a banana

isn’t the same as scarng down a Snickers

candy bar. And as sweet as most fruits are,

their sugar/carb count is still compara-

tively low.

“A 3-ounce banana has about 15 gra

of carbohydrates,” Worley said. “Threeounces of bread has about 45.”

As with anything, it’s all about mod

eration. People who want to control th

blood sugar, and those with diabetes, n

to eat proper portions at proper interva

Eating six bananas at once, for example

“Fruit is essential for over-all health. Its main source ofcalories is from carbohydrateswhich give you energy. It’s whyour body runs on.”

Kelli Worley, registered dietand owner, Nutrition Solut

Beaum




isn’t a great idea for anyone.

Same with weight loss,

Gary says. Because of their

high ber and water con-

tent, fruits are a great re-

placement for high-calorie

snacks because they ll you

up more quickly and stay

with you longer. But over-

eating fruit can derail yourweight-loss eorts almost as

easily as overeating choco-

late or potato chips.

Misconception

No. 3: I drink OJ.

That’s plenty,

isn’t it?Sure, there are alter-

natives to fresh fruit, and they do count as fruit servings, but

emember these tips:

. Dried fruits such as raisins and dried cranberries often have

added sugar.

. Fruit “drinks” aren’t the same as fruit juice. Make sure what

you’re getting is 100 percent juice with no added sugar.

. Fruit juices, even those without added sugar, provide the same

number of calories as their fresh brethren but without the

ber and satiety factor. Best to go for the real thing whenever

possible.

4. Canned fruit often is packed in heavy syrup, which adds tons

of extra sugar.

Misconception No. 4: Fresh fruit is

expensive, hard to nd and hard to keep.

All of these can be true, but with a little legwork and creativity,you can have fresh fruit — or its equivalent — year round. Worley

nd Gary advise getting fruit in season and, whenever possible,

rom local growers or farmers markets. It’s less expensive and

resher.

Frozen, no-sugar-added fruit is a great alternative to fresh. It

keeps longer, and because it’s frozen as soon as it’s picked — at

he peak of its freshness and nutrient-rich goodness — it’s as good

for you as fresh and, very often, more so.

There are lots of creative ways to up your fruit intake. T

it in smoothies made with fat-free yogurt, fruit and ice; cu

up sturdy fruits like mango and pineapple and skewer the

then grill them and serve with honey-sweetened yogurt; o

dice them for salsa made with mint for chicken or sh dish

Or just keep it simple. Pop some grapes, crunch into an

apple or dig into a succulent papaya. Whatever oats your

fruit boat, grab a handful and just chow down. •

Get Fresh! (Skin, that is

Experts say there’s not a whole lot of denitive research that

points to fruit specically reducing wrinkles or restoring a you

ful resilience to aging skin. But fruit has so much going for it t

it’s hard to believe it’s not a powerhouse for skin.

“Fruits like blackberries, blueberries, red grapes, and cherries

example, get their deep red and purple color from anthocyaniand proanthocyanidins, which are antioxidants that keep sma

blood vessels from leaking and breaking,” Gary says. “It has a

positive effect on collagen, which helps the elasticity and rm

ness of the skin. Plus fruit is also a good source of vitamins A

and E, which also promote healthy skin.”

Adds Worley: “The main way fruit helps keep your skin health

its water content. Staying hydrated is very important for healt

skin, and fruits have a lot of water. Staying hydrated from the

inside out is the best way to keep your skin looking fresh and

healthy.”

Better-Than-FreshFrozen Fruit Bowl

Put frozen, no-sugar added peaches and frozen, no-

sugar-added strawberries in a microwave-safe bowl.

Microwave until slightly thawed, about 20 seconds. A

frozen, no-sugar-added blueberries, raspberries and

blackberries. Microwave another 20 seconds. (Fruit w

be cold and still rm; for softer, warmer fruit, microwav

another 15-20 seconds.

Top fruit with teaspoon of local, avorful honey, then

sprinkle with a teaspoon of ax seeds. Top with prefe

amount of fat-free Greek yogurt. Garnish with anothe

sprinkle of ax seed, a drizzle of honey, a piece of frui

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as well as avor to our diets

By Cathleen Cole

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nown for centuries as “thestinking rose,” garlic hashad a longstanding place infolk medicine for its healthbenefits, including warding

off evil spirits and vampires.While the anti-Dracula element of garlichas yet to be proven, some of the healthadvantages have been.

The smellier member of the onion family has the potential

benefit of lowering cholesterol and is known as a natural antibi-

tic. According to Connie Ruiz, a registered dietitian and associ-

te professor in the Department of Family & Consumer Sciences

t Lamar University, there is also evidence that garlic can lower

blood pressure, stimulate the immune system and exert an a

ticoagulant eect. It can also act as an antioxidant, neutraliz

free radicals that can cause cell damage, which has implicati

for both cardiovascular disease and cancer prevention.

“I am a great fan of garlic,” Ruiz said. “I think that people

should enjoy their food. Most people enjoy the flavor of garli

They should use it abundantly and congratulate themselves

engaging in a positive health behavior.”As for those who hate the flavor of garlic, Ruiz advises that

they should not add it to their meals simply because it might

provide some health benefits. “There is no ‘magic’ food or in

gredient,” she said. “What matters is an overall healthy diet

lifestyle.”

Based on her studies, Ruiz said, it appears that aged garlic

extract and garlic oil have the most potent eects. However,

studies have indicated that garlic powder and fresh garlic are

beneficial as well. >>

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Your cookin

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Add some garlic to yo

dishes to add avorand health benefts.

Garlic Carrots and Parsnips

1-2 cups fresh cut carrots1-2 cups parsnips

2 tsp olive oil

1 tbsp vegetable oil

Several crushed

garlic cloves

Toss the vegetables with a light

coating of olive oil, add salt and

pepper to taste and bake in a co

ered dish in a

375-degree oven for about 45 mi

utes.

— Connie Ruiz, registered diet

Garlic Mashed Potatoes

3 lb. Russet potatoes

6 garlic cloves

1/2 cup fat-free or

reduced-fat milk

1 tbsp trans-fat free margar

In a large stockpot, cover peeledcubed russet potatoes with wate

Bring to a boil, reduce heat and s

mer until tender, about 15 minute

Drain potatoes and return to pot.

a small saucepan, cover separat

and peeled garlic cloves with wat

Bring to a boil, reduce heat and

simmer until tender, about 10 min

utes. Drain. In a food processor o

blender, combine the garlic and m

Puree until smooth. Add pureed

mixture and margarine to potatoe

Mash, season with black peppergarnish with fresh parsley.

— Mayo Clinic S

Potential problems with eating garlic

r taking garlic supplements include bad

breath, body odor, allergic reactions,

cceleration in the eects of anticoagu-

ants such as Coumadin and reducing the

ectiveness of the HIV drug Saquinavir,

Ruiz said.

“As with many dietary supplements,

he potency and recommended dosage are

not standardized,” she said of garlic in

pill form. “Some preparations will have

more of the active compound allicin than

thers do.” Another consideration forpeople using garlic, or any other type of

dietary supplement, is that they should

not totally depend on a complementary or

lternative therapy for a cure, Ruiz said.

But if garlic breath is the only draw-

back for many people, it’s not that big a

problem. “That’s nothing a good piece of

hewing gum or breath mint can’t cure,”

he said.

Garlic is a staple at the dietitian’s

house. “I keep garlic powder, as well as

fresh garlic and minced garlic,” she said.

“I tend to use fresh the most, but I use

the powder or the minced if I am out of

fresh garlic or if I’m in a hurry.”

Carlo J. Busceme III, president of

Beaumont-based Texas Coee Co., says

garlic is a big seller in the company’s

TexJoy line of spices and seasonings.

TexJoy’s garlic comes from California,

Nevada and New Mexico. In the 1980s,

garlic was a minor sales item, he said.

After the media started reporting on the

vegetable’s health benets, the company’sgarlic sales increased. “Currently, we

use a lot of garlic – well over 100,000

pounds a year,” Busceme said. “Today,

garlic’s popularity has made it blossom

into a major commodity.” There is cur-

rently a garlic shortage in the world, he

explained, partly due to its international

popularity.

“I love garlic in my food for the good

avor and savory qualities,” Busceme said.

“Garlic can overwhelm a recipe some-

times, so moderation is good, but every

now and again a good dosing of that lov

avor makes me happy! Also, I use gar

as a way to help me through a cold or s

throat because it is a natural antibiotic.

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Face it

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Collagen is like spaghetti, according to Francis

Mijares, a nurse practitioner who owns Skinologie

Medical Spa & Laser Center in Beaumont.

“When we’re born, the collagen

n our skin is lined up very neatly,”

Mijares said, interlocking his fingers

n a row. “But as we begin to age, it

begins to get kind of like … spaghetti.”

At this point, he unlocked his fingersnd wiggled them. Radio frequency

kin tightening, he asserted, can fix the

paghetti problem. “This procedure puts

heat underneath the layers of the skin

o make it straight again,” he explained.

It creates subtle rejuvenation. No more

paghetti.”

The procedure normally takes about

n hour, and it ’s recommended that

patients have a total of six treatments,

ne every two to three weeks, for results

hat last three to five years.

A cool, thick lotion — much like whats used for ultrasounds — is applied

o the face, and a handheld device is

olled on the skin. The end of the tool

sn’t itself hot, but where it makes

ontact, there’s a definite warm feeling.

The difference is subtle, but it’s there.

Cheeks are plumper and fine lines

ppear smoother. The overall result is a

dewier and yes, younger complexion.

The results certainly aren’t what you

would see in a surgical face-lift, but

neither is the price — roughly $2,100 forhe six-treatment package. A traditional

ace-lift can cost about $15,000. With

he skin tightening procedure, there

s no “down time” and no discomfort,

welling or scarring. That’s the point.

Radio frequency skin tightening is an

nnovative nonsurgical alternative to

raditional face-lifts.

A new breed of medical aesthetics

enters have sprung up in the past few

years to offer a mix of traditional spa or

alon treatments. Center of Attention in

Lumberton offers the Beautiful Imagemicrocurrent facial that contracts the

muscles in the face, “basically giving

your face a workout so that your body

will naturally tone and tighten itself,”

aid Suzy Oliver, a licensed aesthetician

who provides services there.

Oliver said the recommended program

or Beautiful Image is 10 treatments for

esults that can last three to five years

with occasional maintenance treatments

long the way. Though the treatment

isn’t exactly relaxing, Oliver said clients

rarely feel any real discomfort, though

some haven’t been able to handle the

higher settings on the Beautiful Image

machine.

There are other options, as well. Atthe Medesthetic Center in Beaumont,

customers can get a “liquid lift,” also

known as the lunchtime lift, since it

generally can be done over the course

of a lunch break. The liquid lift is more

invasive than the radio frequency skin

tightening and microcurrent treatments,

as it involves injections of both Botox

and other fillers to smooth the skin.

“It’s pretty painless; most people

have no discomfort unless they have a

very, very low tolerance,” said Connie

Zuzukian, wife of Medesthetic Centerfounder George Zuzukian. “It takes five

to seven days for the full effect to kick

in. The Botox lasts about six months,

and the fillers last six months to a year

depending on how quickly your body

metabolizes them.”

Short of any of these treatments,

there always are more traditional

approaches to fighting the ravages

of time on the face, including

microdermabrasion and chemical peels.

At-home microdermabrasion kits arepopular, but Mijares cautions you won’t

get the same results you can expect at a

salon or spa.

“We have the equipment to actually

vacuum out the dead layer of skin that is

removed during the exfoliation,” he said.

“At home, you just wipe it away, and

if you miss some, those cells are stuck

inside your pores.”

To anyone who’s used to slathering

on some face cream and calling it a done

deal, the cost of professional skincare/

rejuvenation treatments can be off-putting — whether you’re talking about an

advanced facial, intensive skin-smoothing

programs or injections. But considering

how much is spent each year at cosmetics

counters and in drug stores and

supermarkets for quick-fix OTC products,

it might be a pretty good trade-off.

“It’s pricey — it is,” Mijares said. “But

look at how much stuff people are using

on their faces and how much money

they’re spending over time.” •

Is It Right

For You?

Mijares says that aestheti-

cians and clients alike have to

be realistic about the results

the client hopes to see — no

matter what treatment they’re

asking about.

“We’ll do an actual sample

on your skin,” he said. “If you

like the effect, we can tell you

what you can expect after

that. If a client has really, re-

ally loose skin or they indicate

that they want a result that re-

ally isn’t achievable, then we

would recommend a face-lift.”

Nonsurgical face-lifts can

work wonders on clients from

45 to 60; after that, it gets a

little harder to determine how

responsive a person’s skin

will be. But age isn’t the only

determining factor. Hydration,

overall health and lifestyle all

factor in to it.

“Some people in their 70s still

have a lot of collagen, so it’ll

work for them,” Mijares said.

“If you can pinch your cheeks

and there’s meat on there,

then you’re a good candidate,

no matter how old you are.”

Simple ways tokeep your skinlooking healthy

No matter what your age, these

common-sense tips can help your keep its glow and resilience.

• Moisturize.

• Stay hydrated.

• Always use sunscreen when yo

going to be outside, preferably

SPF 30 to 50.

• Eat well and exercise.

• Don’t smoke.



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outheast Texas had a cold winter this year, but take heart. Spring is here. Th

days are growing longer and the air soon will be lled with the sounds of car

nivals, Little League baseball games and children playing until the last ray of

sunshine disappears in the distance.

There is something about spring that rejuvenates the spirit and awakens a

feeling of vigor and vitality.

“What is commonly referred to as ‘spring fever’ is a characterization of normal human feengs and emotions following a period of captivity over the winter months,” said Beth Sydno

Wilson, a clinical psychologist with Beaumont Psychological Services. “Over the winter,

here is decreased activity due to inclement weather. As the days become longer and the tem

perature begins to rise, the body responds by increasing the production of hormones, such

estrogen and testosterone.” The typical result is an elevated mood and increased desire to b

active and propagate romantic and interpersonal relationships.

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“The characteristics of spring fever are

very common, but will diminish over a

short period of time as the body balances

hormone levels and regains its circadian

rhythm or internal clock,” Wilson said.

“However, there are specic types –

speciers – of clinical depression called

seasonal aective disorder, or SAD, that

often are confused with spring fever.”

Approximately 7 percent of the popu-

lation has true clinical depression. Of those who are clinically depressed, 4

percent to 6 percent will exhibit symp-

toms that correlate with particular

seasons. “An individual presenting with

seasonal-related depression symptoms

must have demonstrated those symp-

toms for two or more seasons in order to

be diagnosed with SAD,” Wilson said.

There are two types of SAD. “The

most often recognized is the fall-onset

type, also known as winter depression,

in which major depressive episodes be-

gin in the late fall to early winter monthsand remit during the summer months,”

Wilson said. “Atypical signs and symp-

toms of depression predominate in

cases of winter depression and include

increased sleep, increased appetite and

food intake with carbohydrate craving,

marked increase in weight, irritability,

interpersonal diculties – especially re-

jection sensitivity – and leaden paralysis,

a heavy, leaden feeling in the arms or

legs.”

The second type is summer depres-

sion. “A spring-onset pattern – summer

depression – also has been described

in which the severe depressive episodebegins in late spring to early summer

and is characterized by typical vegeta-

tive symptoms of depression, such as

decreased sleep, weight loss and poor

appetite,” Wilson said.

As is common with spring fever,

people with SAD generally experience an

elevation in mood around late February

as the days grow longer. “In general, this

period often is characterized by an in-

crease in energy, vitality and particularly

sexual appetite, which is often strong in

those suering from SAD,” Wilson said.Treatment for SAD is similar to that

of other forms of clinical depression. “I

will often use intensive counseling to un-

cover any identiable triggering events,

such as physical or emotional trauma

the death of a close family member or

friend,” Wilson said. “I have found ph

totherapy to be particularly helpful fo

SAD. In some cases, it may be necessa

to manage symptoms with antidepres

sants.”

One positive aspect of SAD is that i

seasonal.

“Most people who have seasonal

aective disorder are able to decreasethe intensity of treatment as symptom

subside in the spring. They may be ab

to decrease the dose of any prescribed

antidepressant medications or the

frequency of phototherapy treatment

usually continue counseling sessions t

ensure progress in long-term symptom

management,” Wilson said. “For most

SAD will be a life-long condition, but

others will notice a lessening in severi

year-over-year.”

If you think your “spring fever” cou

be something more, discuss your symtoms with your healthcare provider,

Wilson said. While seasonal aective

disorder is a form of clinical depressio

it is treatable. •


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Zumba body benefts• Zumba can burn anywhere

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of fitness.

• Zumba is interval training w

fast and slow sequences to

vary the workout’s intensity

• Zumba is a total-body work

• Zumba workouts continuall

change, so there’s less chan

of getting bored.

Perez moved to Miami in 2001 and,

with his partners, launched Zumba

Fitness and trademarked the word

Zumba. By 2005, the business had

ts own academy to license Zumba

nstructors to teach Zumba classes.

The instructors don’t use

microphones, but indicate the steps with

body movements so that the music can

be loud, just like at your favorite club.

Zumba’s official motto is “Ditch the

Workout – Join the Party!”

“What’s great about Zumba is you

work your total body,” said Peyton Jones,

Group Fitness Supervisor and Zumba

nstructor at Christus Health & Wellness

Center in Beaumont. “You’re moving in a

ot of different planes.”

The center offers about 10 Zumba

lasses a week, which are well-attended

with an average of 80 participants in

each class. All you need are comfortable

workout clothes and good athletic shoes.

Jones also recommends bringing a water

bottle and a towel. “You’ll sweat – a lot!”

she said.

Jones has had people come to her

classes who said their old workouts

weren’t working for them anymore. They

were getting thicker around the middle.

After starting Zumba, the inches came

off.

Zooming to Zumba can burn anywhere

from 500 to 1,000 calories in an hour,

depending on your level of fitness, Jones

said. “You do spend a lot of time in your

fat-burning zone,” she said. “And you

continue to burn for the next eight to

nine hours.”

Zumba is considered interval training

with fast and slow sequences to vary the

workout’s intensity. “Your heart rate

will go up and down,” Jones said. “It

makes your total body more fit.”

The problem with some workouts

they tend to get tedious and boring a

awhile. “Zumba is not boring,” she s

“Your body is continually challengeIt’s never the same thing.” Jones is a

dancer and a choreographer, like the

other Zumba instructors at the Welln

Center, so changing up the moves

comes naturally. “You’re not going to

get the same Zumba workout with u

she said.

Heather Fountain Thomas of

Beaumont recently tried Zumba and

loved it. “It was really energetic and

fast-paced,” she said. “It hardly seem

like 90 minutes.” She’d watched Zum

videos, so she knew what to expect.“Zumba is a lot more interesting

and fun than a traditional exercise

class,” she said. “I think it was a goo

workout.”

Jones knows it’s a good workout

because she sees the results in her

students every week. “You’ll be

surprised,” she said. “It really works




F

ew moments in life can make you as anxious as

bringing your rst baby home from the hospital.

You have been planning for this day for months.

Still, nothing adequately can prepare you for the

responsibility of caring for the precious life you

now hold in your arms.You have taken the time to carefully select the right pedia-

rician, but to a rst-time parent, it can seem like an eternity

before the rst visit to the doctor. Is my baby eating enough?

How many diapers should we go through in a day? There are so

many questions and just as many answers from many dierent

ources. “If you are ever in doubt, call your pediatrician,” said

Carl Hubbell, pediatrician and managing partner of Beaumont

Pediatric Center. “We are here to answer your questions and

eassure you that everything is going to be OK.”

When you see the pediatrician for the rst time, there are sev-

ral pieces of information you need to bring with you, including

copy of the discharge summary for mom and baby, birth weight

nd length, a list of any complications during pregnancy or fol-owing delivery, how many weeks pregnant the mother was at

delivery and any medications the baby may have been prescribed

when discharged from the hospital. You will need to arrive early

nd be prepared to complete any new-patient paperwork.

At the rst appointment, the pediatrician will conduct a

physical exam and plot the growth curve based on length and

weight. “It is normal for the baby to lose 8 percent to 10 percent

f their birth weight following delivery,” Hubbell said. “When I

xamine the baby, there are certain things I am looking for that

will indicate normal development. The skin should be soft and

warm. This is an indication of good blood ow and will also tell

me if the baby has any signs of newborn jaundice. Soft skin isn indication the baby is receiving plenty of nutrition and is not

dehydrated. The skin provides me with a good indication the

heart and lungs are working properly, but I will listen for good

breathing sounds and listen for the presence of a murmur.”

Hubbell encourages parents to write down any questions they

have before they arrive at the oce. “Otherwise, it is likely you

will forget to ask something that is very important,” he said. As

part of the rst visit, blood work will be drawn for the second

part of the newborn screen, which checks for several potential

hildhood disorders.

The doctor also will check the umbilical cord and circumcision

n the boys, if one was done, to make sure both are healing well.

“It is extremely important to take care of the umbilical cord s

and the circumcision,” Hubbell said. “Clean the umbilical cor

with alcohol daily and if the site becomes soiled. The umbilic

cord stump will fall o as a natural part of drying. Do not be

alarmed, but continue to keep the site clean and leave it open

to air. If a circumcision was performed, it is natural to see somblood present. Change the dressing as instructed. Contact you

pediatrician if you see extreme redness, swelling or signican

bleeding.”

Pediatricians will ask parents about the baby’s schedule

at home. The baby should be feeding on a two- to four-hour

schedule. If the mother is breastfeeding, the baby should be

feeding for 20 minutes at a time, and she should be alternatin

breasts with each feeding. “I strongly encourage mom not to

the baby sleep through a scheduled feeding,” Hubbell said. “I

very important to maintain a consistent schedule. With norm

feeding habits, you should see four wet diapers and three dirt

diapers each day. It is important to pay attention to this, beca

a signicant decrease or increase in wet or dirty diapers couldan early indication of a problem.”

There are several key indicators to which every parent sho

pay attention, Hubbell said. If the baby is feeling warmer tha

usual, check a rectal temperature and treat a fever greater tha

100.3 degrees Fahrenheit. “Other red ags are if the baby st

eating, becomes lethargic, very irritable or inconsolable,” Hu

bell warned. “If any of these persist for several hours, you ne

to contact your pediatrician. If you notice an obvious bluish

coloring of the skin, labored or diculty breathing or extrem

forceful vomiting, you need to contact your pediatrician imm

diately or take the baby to the emergency room for immediat

medical attention.”The way you put your newborn down to sleep is critical. “A

ways place the baby on his or her back to sleep,” Hubbell said

“There should be no solid items in the crib, including pillow

bumper pads or stued animals. Do not buy a mattress that

sinks in; all infant mattresses should be rm.” The pediatri-

cian also advises to check on your baby frequently while he i

sleeping, especially as he becomes old enough to turn over. “

a harsh reality, but babies die every day of mechanical asphyx

ation,” he said, “and it is 100 percent preventable. I strongly

encourage every parent to learn infant CPR.”

The pediatrician’s nal caution: “I cannot say this strongly

enough: No smoking in the house. Period!” •

Be prepared for the rst visitto the pediatrician

Bringing baby

home

child care

By Todd Senters



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