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  Teen depression: depression symptoms, and signs of depression in adolescence
  Dr. Mom M.D. – April 19, 2019
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  Depression is common in adolescence and is often underrecognized. As a parent it can be hard for us to think about our little ones having depression symptoms, but it is important to check in with teens to see if they are feeling depressed. Signs of depression can sometimes be different in teens compared to adults. In my family medicine practice, I always make sure to screen for…
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  3 month old Baby Developmental Milestones
  Dr. Mom M.D. – April 17, 2019
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  I vividly remember when Madi was 3 months old, it felt like just last week! At that time I felt like she was reaching all her developmental milestones so fast. It really is true what my parents told me about time flying by faster and faster as we get older. I remember how excited Graeme and I were when Madi rolled over for the first time when…
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  Child development: warning signs if your child’s language development is not on track
  Dr. Mom M.D. – April 10, 2019
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  When Madi was 15 months old, we were at a play area and we met a little girl who was 16 months old. This little girl was speaking at a toddler level! She was speaking in almost full sentences and knew her first and last name. At 15 months, Madi could only say “Mama,” “Dada,” “Boo-boo” (her nickname), “toys” and a few body parts. I had never…
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  Mom Guilt and Self-Care
  Dr. Mom M.D. – December 5, 2018
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  As a working mom with a toddler, I often feel guilty about not spending all day with my little one. In the morning when…
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  Going on Vacation Without your Baby: Should I Worry About Unhealthy Attachment?
  Dr. Stephanie Liu – January 13, 2019
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  Graeme and I are leaving Madi for 6 days to go to Hawaii for our friends wedding. After I booked our flights to Hawaii…
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  How does travelling and time changes affect a toddlers sleep.
  Dr. Mom M.D. – February 10, 2019
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  For the past 6 months I have been travelling with my toddler Madi between Edmonton and Atlanta (We live in Atlanta for…
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  Four Sleep Tools You Can Start With Your 3 Month Old Baby to Sleep Better and be Less Sleep Deprived
  Dr. Mom M.D. – February 24, 2019
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  If there is one thing new parents talk about a lot, its sleep and their newly born baby. How is my newborn…
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  Can Having a Dog Protect your Child from Developing Asthma?
  Dr. Mom M.D. – December 27, 2018
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  My husband desperately wants a dog. He grew up with dogs and thinks every kid deserves an animal companion. Madi also loves being around…
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  How Can I Prevent Cervical Cancer: Cervical Cancer Awareness Month
  Dr. Mom M.D. – January 30, 2019
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  In Canada, 1550 Canadian women were diagnosed with cervical cancer in 2017 and 400 of them died from it. Patients in my medical practice…
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  Child Disciplining Methods: what are the best ways to discipline your child
  Dr. Mom M.D. – January 18, 2019
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  Parents often come into my medical practice asking for help or advice on parenting techniques, disciplining their children or managing unwanted behaviours. I also…
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  What medicines are safe to give a child when they have a cold?
  Dr. Stephanie Liu – March 28, 2019
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  What medicines are safe to give my child when they have a cold? How can I help my child when they have…
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  When I went through my medical training I thought putting your baby to sleep was as simple as putting your baby in the bassinet…
  
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  Breastfeeding Struggles
  
  Child Medical Health Dr. Mom M.D. – November 16, 2018
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  As a physician, I have counselled on the benefits of breastfeeding. I always encouraged breastfeeding as it’s more affordable, helps with bonding, and has…
  
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  Screen Time Paradigm
  
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  Growing up, my parents let my brother and me watch unlimited amounts of TV. I remember growing up not understanding why other children had…
  
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  Grandparents Spoiling with Sugar
  
  Child Medical Health Dr. Mom M.D. – November 16, 2018
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  Going through medical school and learning about the growing epidemic of childhood obesity has made more conscious of the food I prepare for Madi….
  
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  Is Spanking Bad for your Child: Controversies and Childhood Outcomes
  
  Child Development Dr. Mom M.D. – January 14, 2019
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  Parents always want to make the best decisions for their children, particularly when it comes to discipline. Everyone will have an opinion and try…
  
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Child Medical Health

Teen depression: depression symptoms, and signs of depression in adolescence

Dr. Mom M.D. - April 19, 2019

Depression is common in adolescence and is often underrecognized. As a parent it can be hard for us to think about our little ones having depression symptoms, but it is important to check in with teens to see if they are feeling depressed. Signs of depression can...

Child Development

3 month old Baby Developmental Milestones

Dr. Mom M.D. - April 17, 2019

I vividly remember when Madi was 3 months old, it felt like just last week! At that time I felt like she was reaching all her developmental milestones so fast. It really is true what my parents told me about time flying by faster and faster as...

Sexual Health, Fertility, & Pregnancy

Prenatal Pregnancy Exercises: guest post

Dr. Mom M.D. - April 15, 2019

In so many ways, Motherhood starts in pregnancy. From the moment we learn about our pregnancies, we prioritize our own health for the benefit of our babies, such as taking prenatal vitamins, avoiding certain foods, and choosing an appropriate prenatal pregnancy exercise plan. Because...

Sexual Health, Fertility, & Pregnancy

Stretch marks: Do expensive lotions really reduce stretch marks in pregnancy?

Dr. Mom M.D. - April 12, 2019

When I was pregnant with Madi I smelled like coconut oil constantly. I was told by my mom and her friends to slather my belly with coconut oil to prevent stretch marks. I suspected that this may not have been the best method to prevent stretch marks...

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Mom Guilt and Self-Care

Dr. Mom M.D. - December 5, 2018

As a working mom with a toddler, I often feel guilty about not spending all day with my little one. In the morning when...

Discipline

Travelling with Toddlers: What to bring when flying with a toddler

Dr. Mom M.D. - December 27, 2018

For the past 5 months, Madi and I have been commuting back and forth from Atlanta, Georgia to Edmonton, Alberta (Canada). Dining, shopping, or...

Women's Mental Health

What can I do about my anxiety?

Dr. Mom M.D. - March 15, 2019

Being a new mom or a mom with small kids can come with a little (or a lot!) of anxiety. You are responsible for...

Child Development

Baby sleep – Is Sleep Training Bad For My Baby?

Dr. Mom M.D. - November 16, 2018

When I went through my medical training I thought putting your baby to sleep was as simple as putting your baby in the bassinet...

Child Medical Health

Breastfeeding Struggles

Dr. Mom M.D. - November 16, 2018

As a physician, I have counselled on the benefits of breastfeeding. I always encouraged breastfeeding as it’s more affordable, helps with bonding, and has...

Child Mental Health

Screen Time Paradigm

Dr. Mom M.D. - November 16, 2018

Growing up, my parents let my brother and me watch unlimited amounts of TV. I remember growing up not understanding why other children had...

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Acetaminophen and Ibuprofen: What to know when treating your child with fever or pain.

One of the most common medications I get asked about by patients are about acetaminophen (Tylenol) and ibuprofen (Advil). How do I...

Child Medical Health Dr. Stephanie Liu - February 27, 2019

My Child Won’t Sleep! Why do Children have Insomnia?

I often get asked by parents "Why wont my child sleep," and "does my child have insomnia?" If your child wont...

Child Mental Health Dr. Mom M.D. - February 10, 2019

Flying with an Infant on an International Trip

Our first flight outside of North America was when we went to Paris for Graeme’s otolaryngology conference when Madi was 6 months...

Parenting Dr. Stephanie Liu - March 2, 2019

How to transition your toddler from 2 naps to 1 per day – how to avoid sleep deprivation.

In the spirit of "Sleep Training Week" I know many of you Mama's out there have struggled with your toddlers nap times,...

Child Mental Health Dr. Mom M.D. - February 9, 2019

What can I do about my anxiety?

Being a new mom or a mom with small kids can come with a little (or a lot!) of anxiety. You are responsible for...

Women's Mental Health Dr. Mom M.D. - March 15, 2019

Vaccines and Autism: The Real Truth About Fake News

Vaccines can be a controversial topic amongst parents. In Canada, vaccines and anti-vaxxers (individuals who take an anti-vaccination approach to healthcare and...

Child Medical Health Dr. Mom M.D. - February 22, 2019

Postpartum Exercise

Getting active post-delivery was hard. It was difficult to find the time between breastfeeding, keeping the house organized, and taking care of our new...

Women's Medical Health Dr. Mom M.D. - November 16, 2018

How to Introduce Solids to Your Baby

Medical professionals say that solids can be introduced to an infant around 4-6 months old, and the first foods introduced should be iron-rich. As...

Child Medical Health Dr. Mom M.D. - December 5, 2018

Recommendations for the Flu Shot in Children

Every fall is the time of year for you and your little one to get your flu shot! As a mom, watching Madi be...

Child Medical Health Dr. Mom M.D. - November 16, 2018

Sleep training: what are the extinction methods and how to sleep train baby

There are many methods of sleep training to the point that it can sometimes be overwhelming. Extinction is a method...

Sleeping Dr. Mom M.D. - April 5, 2019

What is Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD)?

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or “ADHD,” is the most common neurodevelopment disorder among kids and teens. ADHD was formerly called “Attention Deficit Disorder,” or...

Child Mental Health Dr. Mom M.D. - December 10, 2018

The abdominal wall muscles and pregnancy: how are they affected?

The stretching out and thinning of the abdominal muscles and connective tissue allows a woman’s belly to grow into the beautiful, round...

Sexual Health, Fertility, & Pregnancy Dr. Mom M.D. - March 4, 2019

Prenatal Pregnancy Exercises: guest post

In so many ways, Motherhood starts in pregnancy. From the moment we learn about our pregnancies, we prioritize our own health for...

Sexual Health, Fertility, & Pregnancy Dr. Mom M.D. - April 15, 2019

Postpartum Depression is Common and There are Resources to Help

I try my best as a physician to make sure that I ask appropriate screening questions of all of my patients who have recently...

Women's Mental Health Dr. Mom M.D. - November 16, 2018

Postpartum Depression: Are the “Baby Blues” and Postpartum Depression the Same Thing?

As a physician, often ask my post-partum patients “how are you feeling emotionally?” Naturally, many women experience strong emotions after having a baby. Some...

Mom Wellness Dr. Mom M.D. - December 10, 2018

Baby Sleep: A Step by Step Guide to Sleep Training Baby

If your reading this article, you’ve probably heard of sleep training and considered if it is the right idea for your family....

Child Mental Health Dr. Mom M.D. - February 10, 2019

What causes Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD)?

I often get parents coming into my office asking why their child is developing Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD - formerly known as ADD)....

Child Mental Health Dr. Mom M.D. - December 11, 2018

Child development: warning signs if your child’s language development is not on track

When Madi was 15 months old, we were at a play area and we met a little girl who was 16 months...

Child Development Dr. Mom M.D. - April 10, 2019

Child Disciplining Methods: what are the best ways to discipline your child

Parents often come into my medical practice asking for help or advice on parenting techniques, disciplining their children or managing unwanted behaviours. I also...

Child Development Dr. Mom M.D. - January 18, 2019

Reading kids books to your child helps them learn to read and improves language abilities in later life.

As a young child, I did not like to read. At bedtime, I remember asking my parents to make up a story...

Child Mental Health Dr. Mom M.D. - March 29, 2019

Is the mercury in vaccines toxic?

Recently I wrote a post about the fraudulent science behind vaccines and their “association” with autism. Unsurprisingly, this became a “hot topic”...

Child Medical Health Dr. Mom M.D. - March 12, 2019

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