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My Battle With Mesothelioma

My Battle With Mesothelioma

[ 2 ] 1.29.2012 |

This is the true story of Heather Von St. James – courageous mother, wife and survivor of mesothelioma cancer. She hopes by sharing her experience she will connect and support others battling a severe illness. – Anisa

A short three and a half months after giving birth to my beautiful baby girl, I received the devastating diagnosis of malignant pleural mesothelioma — a rare disease that is almost always caused by asbestos exposure — affects the lung’s protective lining in the chest cavity.

Symptoms include, but are not limited to shortness of breath, coughing, pain, fever, night sweats, and unexplained weight loss. My symptoms where shortness of breath, fatigue and drastic weight loss.

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A Late Start

A Late Start

[ 11 ] 9.7.2011 |

I would like to introduce Tina Gisone-Nicini, a new contributing writer to Kidoinfo. Parenting is not a science and although we want to make choices about what’s best for our kids, I also believe we need to make things work with our own personalities and family rhythm. I love Tina’s honesty and wit. And I am also not a morning person—this had me laughning out loud! – Anisa

I have a confession to make: we like to sleep in. We like to laze about in pajamas, playing with Legos on the floor or reading the news online until at least ten o’clock. If you call our house before ten, we are unlikely to answer. That doesn’t necessarily mean we are still sleeping, we are just not ready to make any plans or engage in serious conversation. If you stop by unannounced, you will find us in pajamas with bed head (I’m talking CRAZY hair).

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Care for a Friend in Need

Care for a Friend in Need

[ 9 ] 6.18.2011 |

We asked our own friends and neighbors what they remember as good choices during their own times of need. The main theme that emerged: whatever it is, make it easy to use or to pop in the freezer for another day. And make it easy to understand. Here is a list of food suggestions from the wise (including a recipe), perfect add-ons to any meal, and other non-food items not to forget.

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May 2011: Join the 3rd Annual Mother’s Day Diaper Drive!

May 2011: Join the 3rd Annual Mother’s Day Diaper Drive!

[ 0 ] 5.1.2011 |

Did you know that SNAP (Food Stamps) and WIC do not pay for diapers? Diapers are a high cost basic need. Families living in poverty are forced to choose between purchasing diapers for their children and purchasing food for the family.  No parent should have to make this difficult decision. The Mother’s Day Diaper Drive [...]

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Meet the Mamas Behind Mama Earth Cloth Diapering Service

Meet the Mamas Behind Mama Earth Cloth Diapering Service

[ 3 ] 12.8.2010 |

Rhode Island New Moms Connection is pleased to announce the opening of the first Rhode Island-based cloth diapering service. Meet co-owners (and parents of two children) Melissa and Jennifer Schroeder Rondeau of Mama Earth Cloth Diaper Service. Below are excerpts from our interview as well as additional information you may find useful. RI New Moms: [...]

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