Iron Deficiency and the Breastfed Baby

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“He’s iron-deficient.” “She’s slightly anemic.” I hear it often: mothers take their babies to the clinic for a well baby check up, have blood drawn and summarily learn that their baby is deficient in iron and needs supplementation. Or, if your baby’s doctor is like ours was you simply receive a prescription for iron supplementation [...]

Lentil Stew

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Lentil stew –   wholesome, nourishing and filling – makes for an inexpensive and satisfying meal.   Pastured bacon in all its sweet and salty smokiness provides the perfect counterpoint for the humble brown lentil in this simple soup.   Carrots, onions, celery and fresh parsley complete this version of a classic lentil soup.   [...]