IS MY NEWBORN HUNGRY?
Newborns can’t say, “Mom, I’m hungry!”—but they give hunger cues to let you know! Look for these signs:

LIP SMACKING & SUCKING MOVEMENTS – Baby starts sucking on hands, lips, or anything nearby.
ROOTING REFLEX – Turns head & opens mouth when you touch their cheek.
FUSSINESS & WHINING – Early hunger = small whimpers, late hunger = full-blown crying!
CLENCHED FISTS & RESTLESSNESS – Baby may move arms & legs more when hungry.
SEEKING THE BREAST OR BOTTLE – Latches onto anything near their face!

Crying is a LATE hunger sign! Try to feed before baby gets too upset.

🕰 HOW OFTEN SHOULD NEWBORNS EAT?
Every 2-3 hours (or 8-12 times per day).
Watch your baby, not the clock!

Signs Baby is FULL – Turns away, slows sucking, relaxed hands, or falls asleep.

A well-fed baby is a happy baby! Trust your instincts, Mama!

#NEWBORNCARE #HUNGRYBABY #MOMLIFE #BABYONBOARD #BREASTFEEDING #FORMULAFEEDING #BABYCUES #MOMTIPS #PARENTINGHACKS #MOTHERHOOD

I’m not the person I once was.
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Not the same woman, wife or friend.
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I’m the mother immersed in early motherhood.
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I struggle to make it anywhere on time. I’m always covered in children
or some sort of stain. And I regularly have to leave early.
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I don’t have as much time to give my husband. I forget to tell him how
much I love and appreciate him. Yet I rely on him so much more.
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I haven’t seen some of my friends in months. I regularly forget to
check in with them or message them back. I can’t remember the last
time I caught up with them without children in the middle.
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And this adjustment hasn’t always been easy.
Some days I miss parts of the woman, the wife, and the friend I used be.
The reliable one.
The consistent one.
The relaxed and carefree one.
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But the changes have been worth it.
Because I have gained so much.
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I have experienced growing, birthing and feeding babies. I’ve seen a
mental and physical strength in myself that I didn’t know I had.
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I have felt the privilege of being an entire world to another human.
To have the honour of helping them on their path to create their own.
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I understand what it is to be loved in a way only a mother knows. To
be wanted and needed so deeply. So purely and without condition.
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Since becoming a mother my priorities have changed.
My values have changed.
I have changed.
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But it’s the best sort of change.
Every single change is, no matter the difficulties that come with some of them.
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These changes have been the making of me.
A new me.
The mother born into me.
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And I will keep changing.
I will keep evolving alongside my children, as we move through the
seasons together.
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Because that’s what it takes to be a mother.
That’s what comes with a love like this.
It’s growth.
It’s adapting.
And above all, it’s moving in the direction of your heart.
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✍🏻 Emma Heaphy
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Art: Art by Chloe Trayhurn

BENEFITS OF APPLE.

Apples are not only delicious but also packed with a wide range of health benefits. Here are some of the deeper benefits of apples:

1. Rich in Nutrients

Vitamins and Minerals: Apples are a good source of Vitamin C, potassium, and small amounts of Vitamin K and B-complex vitamins.

Fiber: High in dietary fiber, apples aid digestion and promote gut health.

2. Supports Heart Health

Apples are rich in soluble fiber (like pectin), which helps lower cholesterol levels.

Contain polyphenols and antioxidants such as flavonoids, which reduce the risk of heart disease by improving blood pressure and reducing inflammation.

3. Promotes Gut Health

The pectin in apples acts as a prebiotic, feeding beneficial gut bacteria, which improves digestion and overall gut microbiome balance.

4. Aids in Weight Management

High fiber and water content in apples promote satiety, helping to curb appetite and reduce overall calorie intake.

5. Enhances Brain Health

Contain quercetin, an antioxidant that protects brain cells from oxidative damage and may reduce the risk of neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's.

6. Regulates Blood Sugar

Low glycemic index and high fiber content slow sugar absorption, making apples a great choice for managing blood sugar levels.

7. Boosts Immune System

Vitamin C and antioxidants in apples strengthen the immune system, helping the body fight infections and diseases.

8. May Reduce Cancer Risk

Phytonutrients like flavonoids and triterpenoids in apple peels have anti-cancer properties, particularly against lung, colon, and breast cancers.

9. Improves Bone Health

The potassium and antioxidants in apples may help preserve bone density and prevent bone-related disorders.

10. Hydration and Detoxification

With about 86% water content, apples help keep you hydrated and support kidney health by promoting detoxification.

11. Supports Skin Health

The Vitamin C and antioxidants in apples promote collagen production, aiding skin elasticity and reducing signs of aging.

12. Natural Energy Booster

Natural sugars and carbs in apples provide a quick, sustained energy boost without a sugar crash.

Incorporating apples regularly into your diet can have long-term benefits for your overall health. Make sure to eat the peel, as it contains many of the nutrients and antioxidants.

RELATIONSHIP COACH MARRIAGE THERAPIST

√THE DIFFERENT STAGES OF MARRIAGE...
For you Learn Read and Know

1. THE AMAZEMENT STAGE: This is the "wow" stage. Lots of new things to discover with your spouse. The newness, the freshness is so amazing. Sleeping on the same bed, wearing the same attire, cooking for him, doing house chores with her, bathing together. Wearing your dazzling wedding ring everywhere, turning people's head at the newest couple around. Loads and lots of fun. Sexual exploration and excitement. Being in control of your kitchen, feeding him and lots more. It's the honeymoon stage and it's so so beautiful.

2. THE IRRITATION STAGE: This is when you begin to notice weaknesses you have overlooked or blissfully wish they go away but didn't. The repetition of such weaknesses begins to work on your nerves and you are getting irritated: he snores a lot, she is slow in the kitchen, she belches loudly, he screams unnecessarily, she won't bathe before coming to bed or shave, he spends many hours watching football and ignores you when you talk. "What's just wrong with this guy?" You think aloud, well it's part of marriage.

3. THE ANGER STAGE: This is when the repetition of such weaknesses gets on your nerves and you display your anger. The introverted partners stuffs it in and either keep malice, avoid you or stubbornly continue with the irritating habit. It's the stage you begin to wonder: "have I really married the wrong guy?" "Have I married the wrong woman?" No, you did not, you are simply going through a phase together.

4. THE RESSOLUTION STAGE: When you both begin to face the reality of marriage and acknowledge your partner's weaknesses. You eventually realize anger and malice does not solve any problem and begins to find ways to deal with your differences, both of you begin to compromise here and there and adjust to each other.

5. THE ACCEPTANCE STAGE: When it dawned on you that some things are just part of your partner and may never change till Jesus comes. You resigned from anger, abuse and quarrel and choose to accept them, lovingly adjust to them and enjoy them regardless of their weaknesses.

6. THE RESTUL STAGE:This îs the stage you permanently accept them with all their strengths, weaknesses, short comings and flaws and love them unconditionally regardless of what they do. This is real love -agape,, divine and true. You reconnect emotionally, spiritually and physically at a deeper level and enjoy honey moon again while building a lasting marriage regardless of the challenges you face.

There is no perfect marriage. Every marriage goes through this stages. How you handle it will determine if you will come out bitter or better.

You don't have to àbuse your spouse or keep malice if Christ is at the centre of your home and you obey the word of God daily.

Nevertheless, do not be disappointed if you go through the unpleasant stages in marriage. It is a phase and will surely ènd.

Handle your marriage with wisdom and keep loving regardless of the challenges you face. That is what will make your marriage a Heaven on earth experience.

Forget Valentine’s Day love stories—the real MVPs of unconditional love are nursing and breastfeeding mothers! While couples are exchanging gifts and going on romantic dates, a breastfeeding mom is somewhere, half-asleep, feeding a hungry baby at 2 AM. If that’s not true love, what is?

23 TIPS TO TAKE CARE OF DAY-OLD CHICKS EASILY

1. Set Up a Brooder: Prepare a clean, safe brooder with high sides to keep chicks from escaping.
2. Provide Warmth: Use a heat lamp to maintain a temperature of 95°F in the brooder for the first week.
3. Use a Thermometer: Place a thermometer at chick level to monitor the temperature accurately.
4. Adjust Heat: Lower the brooder temperature by 5°F each week until the chicks are fully feathered.
5. Use Paper Towels: Line the brooder floor with paper towels for the first few days to help chicks find their food.
6. Offer Chick Starter Feed: Provide high-quality chick starter feed, specially formulated for young chicks.
7. Supply Fresh Water: Ensure chicks have access to clean, fresh water at all times.
8. Use a Shallow Waterer: Use a shallow waterer to prevent chicks from drowning.
9. Add Electrolytes: Consider adding electrolytes to the water to help with hydration and stress.
10. Keep the Brooder Clean: Clean the brooder regularly to prevent diseases and infections.
11. Check for Pasty Butt: Check chicks daily for pasty butt (dried poop on the vent) and clean gently if necessary.
12. Provide Grit: Offer chick grit to aid in digestion, especially if feeding treats.
13. Avoid Overcrowding: Ensure the brooder is spacious enough to prevent overcrowding and stress.
14. Introduce Perches: Add small perches to the brooder to help chicks develop balance and strength.
15. Gradually Introduce Treats: Offer treats like finely chopped greens or scrambled eggs in moderation.
16. Monitor Health: Observe chicks for signs of illness or distress, such as lethargy or difficulty breathing.
17. Handle Gently: Handle chicks gently to minimize stress and build trust.
18. Ensure Proper Ventilation: Ensure the brooder is well-ventilated but free from drafts.
19. Reduce Noise: Keep the brooder in a quiet area to reduce stress from loud noises.
20. Watch for Bullying: Monitor chicks for signs of bullying and separate aggressive individuals if necessary.
21. Gradual Transition: Gradually transition chicks to a larger space as they grow.
22. Protect from Predators: Secure the brooder to protect chicks from predators.
23. Plan for Integration: Plan for integrating chicks into the main flock when they are old enough.

#DayOldChicks #ChickCare #PoultryFarming #BackyardChickens #HealthyChicks #FarmLife #AnimalCare #SustainableFarming #ChickenKeeping #PoultryCare

TALK ABOUT MONEY IN COURTSHIP

Because you will need plenty of it in marriage. Those who say all that matters in marriage is love not money are not serious!

Will love pay your bills and put food on the table?

Let me talk to our guys. Listen to me, dear young man, don't let that lady manipulate you into marriage when you are not ready but age is fighting against her, because if you do, you are in for a shocker!

Women can sweet tongue you into what you don't want to do and blame you for being st√pid to listen to them in the first place!

Women naturally respect men who have money. (Those who argue with this truth are hypocrites!)

Before any lady corner you and tie you down in forced matrimony, ask serious questions:

1. How much do you both earn monthly? How much will you require to run your marriage monthly? Take inflation into consideration and calculate how much you will spend on rent, feeding, utility bills, transportation, medicals among others.

2. Who pays the running bills monthly? The husband, wife or both of you? At what percentage? 50/50, 60/40, 70/30? Discuss.

3. For how long will you both work as salary earners? Any plan to invest in other businesses? What does it take? How much of your finance will go into it? What type of sacrifice will it require?

4. Will you be saving monthly? How much?

5. Will you be operating joint account, separate account or both joint and separate account?

6. If you are doing business, how much does it generate monthly? How can you grow your monthly income?

7. What is your yearly financial goals? How do you plan to achieve it?

8. Do you believe in paying tithe, offerings and sowing special seeds and giving to the poor?

9. What percentage of your income will be going to your parents or siblings monthly?

10. When children start coming, how much will you need to take good care of them monthly?

Plan your finances before getting married.

Set up your self for financial growth not financial failure in marriage. Always think of ways to grow your income. Read books, attend classes and seminars that will help in this regard.

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May you not fail in your financial responsibilities in Jesus' name!

Service over Self

You can become anything when you undergo proper training. Good intentions isn't enough, you still need to be trained.

Leadership isn't entitled, it a responsibility. Leadership isn't showing yourself but your service.

As a good leader, you don't need to force people to follow you, they do so when they see your deed.

Leadership isn't about position but about how you impact people's life.

Discipline is one of the best quality of a leader.
As a leader, you must live with discipline, do as commanded and not as convenient.

No matter your gift or what you are good at, you would scatter your followers if you don't have a good character.

To be a disciplined person, you don't need to do everything others do.

Leadership can be in every area of your life, From your side, you're a leader. It is not with position but with the way people see you and get impacted.

Just as the eagle break it beak in pain when it over 40yrs in other to continue feeding, there are certain hard things you need to do in other to continue leading right.

I remain your Vendor and Gracious Writer.

Be a Good Leader and remember, we're all born to be leaders, not just by position but by your mindset too.

To me, there's no point feeding the online people who cannot address their own family issue, who cannot even manage their own situation.

People who have never being in a straight 4 to 6 years relationship, but can be in four different relationships in a year.

People who will date 6 different men or women in a year and theres nothing wrong with it.

People who are so impatient, people who think they've sense meanwhile they've nothing.

People who think they ve something to offer, their opinions over someone else relationship and marriage matters

who have never tasted or being in marriage before but fast to give relationship and marriage advice.

People don't destroy what they know thats why privacy is the key. People only destroy what they know and have knowledge about.

Don't !

I'm not here to shãre a story. This is an advise I have for someone today.

If you're a young guy/girl starting up life please and please avoid these two things at all cost.

GAMBLING
PORNÕGRAPHY.

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GAMBLING
Gambling hacks your mind to believe that success is being achieved through luck. Baba Ijebu, Pool, Bet9ja, Lotto; the owners of these companies today are millionaires. There's nothing like sure games. There's no man on this earth that achieved success through gambling. They all have businesses that they've built over the years. Desperate people in quest for money are those that always fall prey. It takes time to build wealth.

My friend, Leave those things. You're taking the wrong step. Build a brand instead, let people trust you. Success is built when people start trusting you and buying from you. They will even recommend you to people when you deliver well and that's how doors will be opening for you.

PORNÕGRAPHY

Põrn makes you see people as sêx toys. Excessive consumption can lead to masturbãtion. It programs your mind in ways that makes you vulnerable, erodes your confidence, and affects your ability to concentrate. People who are caught in this habit often become timid, shy, and struggle to connect with others. It kîlls your relatiõnships with people because you'll be having thought that any opportunity you spend with them you might lose control and sleep with thêm. This is nothing but the truth.

Please refrain from it. You can't move forward in life if you continue in that same circle. Imagine that your youthful age that you're supposed to learn a skill and connect with people that will better your life,

- You end up feeding yourself with pornograpic contents. The time you waste now, you can never get it back. Don't forget that You keep getting old every day.

- You end up looking for sure 2 odds to play to double the little money you have struggled to get. Imagine!

ADDICTION is not something that can be stopped with prayers and fasting o. You have your own role to play as human! One of them is discipline!

Let me stop there.
Those that have ears let them hear.
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