tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-90344707382838161462011-12-15T13:30:47.204-06:00Angela and Gregg's Detroit Vegan Baby JournalGregg Newsomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14804070607027156880noreply@blogger.comBlogger401100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9034470738283816146.post-35483597340397200792010-02-23T09:05:00.000-06:002010-02-23T09:06:06.054-06:00

Today, Angela & I are excited to celebrate Aya Eden's first birthday! It's hard to believe that it's been a year. I mean, we've been through a lot, so I feel like it's been a really intense year, but at the same time, it seems like it was yesterday that we welcomed this little boy into the world.Aya Eden is happy, healthy and in the past few months has become very precocious. Though we're not

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photo my Marvin Shaouni

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A Toxic Tub for Baby - And a Call to Action for CongressTake Action!Ask Congress toClean Up CosmeticsBabies across America are sitting in bubbles tainted with cancer-causing chemicals and other toxins linked to serious health effects, according to a report released today by the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics. Many of the contaminated products are advertised as "gentle," "pure" or "naturally

Angela Newsomnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9034470738283816146.post-33569635674791095802009-03-08T09:51:00.006-05:002009-03-08T12:26:12.227-05:00

Having Aya out of the womb has brought a new host of challenges I was not expecting. I know, how could I, being that I am a first time mother. But still, I thought it would be somewhat smooth sailing, just like the pregnancy was. How naive.Aya was somewhat posterior during labor and was having a very difficult time fitting through the birth canal. Hence, the very intense and painful 20 hour labor

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Born February 23, 2009 at 10:38 pm at Detroit Evolution Laboratory

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Many people have been writing us to share that they've had recent dreams of Aya and we think that's pretty cool. I asked our friend Lindsey if we could post her simple & beautiful dream here:Last night, I had a dream where Aya had already been born. He was a beautiful, chubby, laughing sort of child, just the kind of baby that everyone, including me, just wanted to hold. I remember holding him

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I want to share this "green" baby shower guide that Angela and I put together for Aya's shower. If you can use it to make your life easier please do! We included this on one side and the info from healthychild.org on the opposite. The insert was then quartered and sent in these beautiful shower invitations that were hand made by our very talented friend and co-conspirator Karen LePage. In Health

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Please take a moment and sign the petition and write a letter to your congress person or senator:In 2007, large toy manufacturers who outsource their production to China and other developing countries violated the public's trust. They were selling toys with dangerously high lead content, toys with unsafe small part, toys with improperly secured and easily swallowed small magnets, and toys made

Angela Newsomnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9034470738283816146.post-33378910347977613542008-12-10T08:48:00.000-06:002008-12-10T08:48:12.978-06:00

Midwives Say Home Births Are Up, Despite Warnings - NYTimes.com:"Recently, though, midwives and childbirth educators say, a growing number of women have been opting instead for the more intimate and familiar surroundings of home — even in New York City, where homes are typically cramped warrens of a few hundred square feet and neighbors often live close enough to hear every sneeze and

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From Dr. Mercola's website:Austrian researchers have now confirmed a direct link between a decrease in fertility and a genetically modified diet. In order to protect the health of humankind and the fertility of women around the world, GM opponents are calling for an immediate ban of all GM foods and GM crops.The highly reputable study, which was commissioned by the Austrian Agency for Health and

Angela Newsomnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9034470738283816146.post-88302531361572325842008-12-05T19:05:00.002-06:002008-12-05T19:23:08.022-06:00

I have always loved this song but never knew it was about her baby while in utero! Gregg is always sharing wonderful little tidbits of music trivia. He is incredible, he literally plays the soundtrack of my life for Aya and I ... we love every minute of it!I looked up the lyrics and now this song has a special place in my heart :) I love how the sound effects they used mimic what it might sound

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... to be a vegan! And definitely a huge reason to raise our child that way ... how crazy does this all have to get before someone DOES SOMETHING?!?!Deceptive "Protein" Toxin is Becoming More Widely Spread in Your FoodFirst baby milk formula, then dairy-based products from yogurt to chocolate, and now chicken eggs have been contaminated with melamine.An admission that the industrial chemical is

Angela Newsomnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9034470738283816146.post-27698559373425899842008-11-20T10:30:00.001-06:002008-11-20T10:30:27.232-06:00

Ah, my brain is finally beginning to fire at an acceptable rate again, post-Detroit Urban Craft Fair.Sometimes I wish we were filming a documentary or were on some bizzaro reality TV show. Only for the fact that I'd love to be able to share just how intense our life can become and how Angela, with solid intention, weaves it all together. The fact that, going into our third-trimester, she

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Ok, well I wouldn't exactly call myself a slacker, but I have definitely been away from this blog for a long time - way too long. Aya, I am so sorry, I feel like a terrible mother! Everyone else, I am sorry too because I really need to share this incredible experience with all of you. I am just not used to blogging everyday, and with us being so busy with deadlines, the blog keeps being pushed to

Angela Newsomnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9034470738283816146.post-5196467496905530552008-11-09T16:19:00.001-06:002008-11-09T16:19:46.558-06:00

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What a beautiful morning! I've propped myself up here in the Lab kitchen so that I can have the full view of the Detroit skyline as the sun rises. One of my favorite things in the world is to sit here on a crisp morning with a cup of hot coffee & hemp milk and write. In fact, I'm behind on a deadline for an article on Ahimsa for PLAY Magazine, but I simply need some "me" writing time before I get

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Any recommendations? I started reading The Expectant Father (thanks Ethan!) and though it may have information pertinent to some guys, for me it seemed steeped it irrational fears, antiquated notions of pregnancy as some form of illness, and slightly manipulative recommendations on how to "deal" with your wife. I know I'm living a rather unique lifestyle but there has to be a fact based book

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Fredericksburg.com - Holy competition, Batman New superhero team landing from across the globe: "LOS ANGELES--If Batman had a twin sister, her name most likely would be Aya, 'princess of darkness.'Just like Batman's alter-ego, Bruce Wayne, Middle Eastern comic book superstar Aya launched her quest for vengeance against evil after witnessing her father's murder.And while Batman stands vigil over

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It is amazing how fast this is all going and now that we're into the second trimester, how quickly Angela's belly is growing! The picture at the right was actually taken 2 weeks ago and I swear Aya is growing more quickly everyday. Well, I know that's the case as that's what happens.For the past few days I've been posting regularly in my personal blog, Detroit As A Portal, but we both need to get

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Angela enjoys a moment of calm baby study in the Lab.I adore this woman and the life we've made. Of course, that's not to say we've done it alone. The Lab has been community-based and focused since day one and so many people have assisted us. We want to thank you all so much!It's been a while since we've posted. We've been so busy that it's been hard to make extra time for the computer. We're

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AYA, "fern" symbol of endurance and resourcefulness. The fern is a hardy plant that can grow in difficult places. "An individual who wears this symbol suggests that he has endured many adversities and outlasted much difficulty." (Willis, The Adinkra Dictionary)

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Please sign the petition!This infuriates me beyond words. This is why we have to look local, grow our own food or buy it directly from a farmer that YOU KNOW and you trust does not use pesticides. In my opinion - Big business = Corruption. Period. We are being shown this on a daily basis it seems. Please sign the petition and pass it on to your loved ones ... what we eat DIRECTLY influences

Angela Newsomnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9034470738283816146.post-22475389154432763702008-07-31T07:43:00.003-05:002008-07-31T08:02:27.882-05:00

Another favorite lately has been these waffles ... perfect for a lazy Sunday morning with a little vegan butter and maple syrup or agave nectar drizzled on top ... maybe some Light Life veggie sausage ... yum! My wonderful husband has been making these for me while I lay on the couch reading baby books, he is so good to me :)You can easily cut this recipe in half, but I recommend making the

Angela Newsomnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9034470738283816146.post-87461362154809988302008-07-30T07:40:00.010-05:002008-07-30T09:22:01.869-05:00

A couple nights ago we watched The Business of Being Born, produced by Ricki Lake. Ricki Lake?? I know, I was surprised too ... I almost expected cat-fights and paternity tests resulting in more fights, hair pulling .. you know, typical scenes from "talk" shows like hers back in the day. But I think motherhood has had its affect on Ricki and she's grown up a bit - this was a really well done

Angela Newsomnoreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9034470738283816146.post-52781280057859957992008-07-29T07:56:00.006-05:002008-07-29T08:58:11.706-05:00

So I have been having a really hard time with food. I know, I know ... you're thinking, "but she's a vegan chef, what could be so hard??" Let me tell you, it's hard. When you're physically exhausted, the thought of standing there chopping veggies and preparing an entire meal seems daunting. Add the nausea on top of that and just the thought of certain foods (a lot of foods) makes me want to

Angela Newsomnoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9034470738283816146.post-33297312295361183302008-07-29T07:29:00.000-05:002008-07-29T07:29:25.465-05:00

Here's a current reading on the local take on home birth. From today's Detroit News: Doctors' opposition to home birthing riles midwives, moms: "The debate centers not only on where a woman should give birth, but also on who's best qualified to perform the delivery. Experts with the AMA and American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists say a hospital is the safest setting because it offers

Gregg Newsomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14804070607027156880noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9034470738283816146.post-30631805063937706312008-07-23T13:10:00.000-05:002008-07-23T13:10:28.233-05:00

An interesting and quite timely (for us) post by one of my yoga students, Anna Clark.Who's Catching Your Baby? | Reproductive Health | RHRealityCheck.org: Who's Catching Your Baby?Anna Clark on July 22, 2008 - 8:00amWhile another profession might have the popular reputation of being the world's oldest, you can make a strong case that midwifery is a more realistic contender for that title. The

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It's business as usual at the Lab, which means it's incredibly busy. I've been stepping it up a bit to cover for Angela as she settles into her 9th week. Her "not just for morning sickness" kicked up a bit last Thursday as we we're preparing to head up to Boyne in Northern Michigan to cater the James-Pesta Wedding on Saturday. Friday was another rough day as we woke in the early am to pack and

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I think that life in the Lab is a bit different than other places. As we move into our 8th week, and hopefully begin to post here on a regular basis, I've been thinking about our lifestyle and how blessed we are to be exactly where we are as Aya arrives. We are in a very unique position. First, and most importantly, Angela and I are together 24/7. When we're working, which is pretty much

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Mothering Magazine Natural Parenting Toolbox

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I place my hands on my belly, close my eyes, and I am transported.I am standing at the edge of an ocean, it is vast and peaceful. I breathe deep, the crisp smell of the ocean filling my soul. I can feel the slow, rhythmic energy pulse through me.I feel strongly that I am no longer by myself in this vast ocean. To my left, far in the distance, is little Aya. Though she is small, her power is

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Behind the Name: Message: "Meaning of Aya": "In Japanese, it can mean 'colourful one' or 'beautiful', depending on the character used (Japanese has three scripts) In Korean, it may come from 'loved.' Aya is also a reasonably common Muslim first name. The verses of the Quran are also sometimes referred to as Aya's. In Old German, it can relate to 'sword' or the big rakes that are used on fields by

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Hebrew Names, Baby Name - Aya (Aiah): "A girl’s name (in the Bible: a boy’s name). buzzard (a type of raptor)."

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