Description
Book SynopsisSay the authors: 'Modern Western life is eroding the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health of our children so seriously that the very survival of our species is threatened. More children than ever are fat and fatigued, learning disabled and emotionally damaged and the responsibility lies with us. We are killing with kindness in an attempt to provide a stress-free, safe environment for our most loved. Green Mother is for those who want the best of both worlds - to reap the advantages of modern Western life but recognise and eschew its pitfalls. This book aims to give parents, would-be parents, grandparents, siblings and all members of 'the Tribe' that surround a new baby, the theoretical and intellectual imperatives to tread this difficult path, together with the practical day-to-day realities that must be overcome and the encouragement to do so.'
Table of ContentsIntroduction - getting the best from past and present; Mothers and fathers - what to do preconception to reduce risks; the Paleo-Ketogenic (PK) diet - the non-negotiable foundation for success; Normal pregnancy - avoiding complications; Childbirth and immediate postpartum - being informed and involved in decision-making; Breastfeeding and weaning; Sleep; The baby who cries; The immune system - the 'first brain', vaccination decisions, training the immune system; Minor childhood ailments; Serious avoidable childhood problems; The 'second brain' - emotional confidence; The 'third brain' - sub-conscious, conscious and intellectual; Infertility and assisted conception; Appendices: Groundhog Basic, Groundhog Acute; Groundhog Chronic, PK recipes, Detox reactions.
