Hand to Hold's Official Blog: Written by Parents for Parents

Breastfeeding…2.0?

Casey at the movies with Mom (left) and Emily (right)

My daughter was born in 2006 with MANY medical issues, including no gag, suck or swallow.  Not being able to use her mouth to eat, she had a gtube placed shortly after she was born.  Although I was never able to breast feed in the traditional sense, I knew how beneficial breast milk can be [...]

Let Them Eat Cake: Working with Food Allergies

Caleb enjoying his egg-dairy-gluten-soy free birthday cupcake.

This past May, Caleb turned one. A huge milestone as this was a big year for him with one NICU stay, seven hospitalizations, four surgeries, and three trips to Cincinnati Children’s Hospital where we travel for his medical care. We planned a big party to celebrate. Of all the things that go into planning a party, food was a major concern. [Read more]