Thrush Relief for Mom and Baby 2oz +1 oz Item# 900186 Contains MCT, the same ingredient found in hospital IV's for optimal healing. Benefits: Thrush Relief for Mom and Baby is a dual package, treating both Mom and Baby simultaneously to stop the passing of yeast back and forth that makes thrush so difficult to overcome. Thrush Relief for Mom contains naturally occuring caprylic acid and linoleic acid and ingredients specially blended for the nursing mom to suffocate and eliminate yeast & bacteria. Thrush Relief for Baby contains naturally occuring caprylic acid and linoleic acid specially blended for Baby and also contains the vital component MCT. MCT (medium-chain triglycerides), is one of the most essential fatty acids necessary for survival. MCT is already contained in breast milk, although MCT’s may be depleted in nursing moms suffering from thrush or mastitis. MCT are given to premature infants, are found in all infant formulas and are found in certain IV solutions in the hospital. MCT are easily absorbed and digested even without pancreatic enzymes (which do not develop until the first molar appears in baby's mouth) and are important to anyone overcoming injury or illness. Thrush Relief for Mom and Baby is the only remedy to contain the combination of essential MCT with therapeutic ingredients important for healing. Special Sale Promotion: In addition to our current sale, receive receive 50% off Babees Bum for thrush diaper rash with your purchase of Thrush Relief for Mom and Baby. Enter coupon code: babeesbum0608 during checkout. Expires June 30, 2008 What is thrush? Thrush is a yeast infection that occurs when the bacteria Candida, which normally occurs in the body, grows out of control. Thrush is common in babies and older adults, but can also occur while nursing. Thrush while nursing can occur in baby’s mouth, and on the bare bottom, in the form of a diaper rash but usually is in the intestinal tract as well. Mom typcially has an overgrowth in her intestinal tract where candida begins regardless of any intestinal distress as well as on her nipples. Eliminating the overgrowth of yeast is crucial, but equally important is restoring the balance between yeast and healthy bacteria. What are the symptoms of baby thrush? The most common symptoms of thrush in babies are white patches on the inside of baby’s mouth and tongue. It looks a little like cottage cheese and is often mistaken for milk curds. Mom should avoid wiping these patches away (mistaking them for milk) as it causes baby a great deal of discomfort. Baby may also demonstrate a sore throat, redness on the bottom (diaper rash), excessive gas, bloating and irritability. What are Mom's symptoms? Mom’s symptoms may include white patches on the nipples, a burning sensation after feedings accompanied with nursing pain and discomfort. Thrush can also cause baby to not latch on and off properly and nipple compression may occur. Why is thrush so difficult to clear? Thrush while nursing is difficult to clear because mom and baby pass the yeast back and forth. Yeast also grows every hour and a half, so yeast has a very likely chance of spreading, making thrush extremely uncomfortable. Thrush is also difficult to clear because the offending foods (such as sugar) are often a struggle to eliminate from the diet due to the cravings sugar can cause. How should I use Thrush Relief for Mom and Baby? Thrush Relief for Mom can be used every two-three hours and after feedings to suffocate the yeast before it multiplies and after the exchange of yeast that occurs during a feeding. Thrush Relief for Baby can be used on the same time frame, including at least once or twice during nighttime sleep, by swabbing the white patches on the tongue and other specific places you notice the white patches with Thrush Relief for Baby on a cotton swab or your finger. Be careful not to wipe or rub the yeast patches off as this can be painful or uncomfortable to baby and may interfere in her desire to nurse. Thrush Relief for Baby can be used on diaper rash associated with thrush as well, but a better remedy is Babees Bum doctor recommended diaper salve, specifically designed for severe diaper rash. What else should I do to eliminate yeast overgrowth and restore balance? 1.It is important to completely eliminate certain foods that contribute to yeast overgrowth while treating thrush and for two weeks following the last indication of a yeast infection. Foods that spread yeast overgrowth are sugar in all forms, this includes the following: sugar, sucrose, brown sugar, high fructose corn syrup, corn syrup, fructose, glucose, honey, maltodextrin, maple syrup, aspartame, splenda, stevia, dextrose, equal, NutraSweet, saccharin, manitol, sorbitol and xylose. Avocadoes are a great food source to eat to help reduce sugar cravings, lubricate the intestines, and provide essential fatty acids often missing during nursing. Other foods to eliminate during an outbreak are all products made with cow’s milk except plain yogurt, fruit juices, and products made with white flour. 2. Avoid the use of diaper wipes on baby while infected. Wipes often encourage yeast overgrowth. Use a damp paper towel or cotton wash cloth instead. 3. Avoid using any products, soaps, baby washes, shampoos containing Lauryl sulfates, especially Sodium Lauryl sulfate, also known as Sodium Laureth sulfate on both mom and baby. 4. Mom should consider taking an acidophilus supplement to increase the level of good bacteria in the body. 5. Mom needs to make sure of getting adequate drinking water. To be sure, drink half your weight in fluid ounces every 24 hours. Flushing yeast out of the system is also important to restoring balance. 6. Check baby’s latch to make sure a proper latch has occurred. Testimonial for Thrush Relief for Mom and Baby: "I have such admiration for the nursing mom, and try to make nursing as enjoyable as possible, with the ability to overcome any difficulties without harm to Mom or Baby." Laura Kopec, Executive Director of Kopec Naturals How it works: Our transdermal remedy enters the skin & passes through cell membranes into the bloodstream. Our chosen essential oils rapidly absorbed into the body due to their molecular structure when activated and stabilized by our unique formula. Research indicates essential oils have the proven ability to affect the system and are safer to use than synthetics and artificial ingredients when entering the skin topically in a effective transdermal remedy. Products containing synthetic and artificial ingredients will enter your breast tissue and affect the chemistry of your milk passing toxins to you and your baby. Our products are processed cleanly and leave no toxins behind for you and baby. Ingredients: Mom Relief, 2 oz: Proprietary blend of therapeutic Olea europaea (olive) oil, Cocos nucifera (coconut) oil, Tocopherol (Vitamin E) oil, essential oils including Melaleuca alternifolia (tea tree) oil, Anthemis nobilis(chamomile roman), Origanum vulgare (oregano), Lavandula angustifolia (lavender) and more. Baby Relief, 1 oz: Specially formulated proprietary blend of therapeutic Olea europaea (olive) oil, Cocos nucifera (coconut) oil, and Tocopherol (Vitamin E) oil. Caution: For use on yeast and bacteria on the outside of the nursing breast and inside of baby's mouth. Do not use if allergic or sensitive to fruit or nuts. Discontinue if irritation or allergic reaction occurs. Not for internal consumption. Keep away from children. Does not replace the care of a qualified healthcare professional. Important Information about Shipping: We have many customers order overnight and 2 day express shipping. We understand and sympathize with your urgency and happily provide this service at a discounted rate. Please be aware and understand that FedEx does not count Saturday or Sunday in processing and delivering an order. If you are order overnight or 2-day shipping, you must keep in mind that your order must be placed before 3pm Central Time to go out the same day you place the order, otherwise it is shipped the following day and Saturday and Sunday and Holidays will not count in the FedEx calendar. 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