Life of Dr. Mom is a health and medical mom blog designed for the modern parent whom struggles with balancing family, work, and fun. With her experience working in women health, postnatal care, mental health, and Pediatrics, Dr. Mom works to educate the modern mom with the most relevant up-to-date medical evidence to support families and the healthy development of their children.
Both my mom and mother-in-law believe and promote the practice of burping babies. After our son George was born they both ensured he was always burped well after every feed. I, on the other hand, probably burp George only 50 percent of the time. The 50 percent...
From the day George was born, the moments I cherish most are when he looks at me. In my opinion I think George started to recognize me from day 2 and explored my face. However, I do remember having heard that newborns have very poor vision. So...
Every year in December when the first signs of Christmas arise, the minds of many people fill with excitement, warmth and anticipation. Daydreams about festive activities, recipes to try, decorating, new family traditions, connecting with loved ones, & smiles. Images of family opening gifts with appreciation around the tree...
Male circumcision is defined as the surgical removal of the foreskin of the penis. The foreskin is the retractable roll of skin the covers the end of the penis (glans). There are many factors that influence a parent’s decision to circumcise their infant including the father’s circumcision...
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Mom Guilt and Self-Care
As a working mom with a toddler, I often feel guilty about not spending all day with my little one. In the morning when...
Travelling with Toddlers: What to bring when flying with a toddler
For the past 5 months, Madi and I have been commuting back and forth from Atlanta, Georgia to Edmonton, Alberta (Canada). Dining, shopping, or...
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...
Baby sleep – Is Sleep Training Bad For My Baby?
When I went through my medical training I thought putting your baby to sleep was as simple as putting your baby in the bassinet...
Breastfeeding Struggles
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...
Screen Time Paradigm
Growing up, my parents let my brother and me watch unlimited amounts of TV. I remember growing up not understanding why other children had...
Where science meets parenting
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...
What medicines are safe to give a child when they have a cold?
What medicines are safe to give my child when they have a cold? How can I help my child when they have...
What to Pack in Your Maternity Hospital Bag?
Searching the internet or Pinterest, you will find hundreds of “lists” of things that you should pack in your hospital bag. These lists...
Helping your child learn to read will help with language development and academic abilities
Child development of language
and literacy abilities (the ability to talk, read and write)
occurs in stages over time. It includes
developing oral language, reading...
Guest Post: Gum Disease and Premature Birth – Why Dental Care Matters During Your Pregnancy
Pregnancy is an exciting time in a woman's life, but also one that can be quite stressful. While there are already a...
How is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) diagnosed?
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, “ADHD” (also formerly known as “ADD”), is one of the most common mental health disorders of childhood, that consists of...
How To Get Your Toddler To Stop Using A Pacifier/Soother?
When Madi was 8 months old she suddenly decided that she was done with her soother and never looked back. That is,...
Does Eating Dates Induce Spontaneous Labor?
I was asked a very interesting question by a patient a few years ago "Dr. Liu, I'm almost 40 weeks pregnant and...
Grandparents Spoiling with Sugar
Going through medical school and learning about the growing epidemic of childhood obesity has made more conscious of the food I prepare for Madi....
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...
Why do I feel anxious? Learn more about anxiety and its symptoms.
In my family medicine practice, I often have patients come in with signs and symptoms of anxiety. They often ask “why do...
Build Strong Bones and Prevent Osteoporosis with these Easy Tips
Before I started medicine, I didn’t put too much thought into my bone health, but after treating older patients I realize how...
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)....
What to Expect from your 6 Month Old Baby: Developmental Milestones and Baby Development
We probably took the most pictures of Madi as an infant when she was 6 months old. Madi was able to sit...
A Step by Step Guide of how to sleep train
If your reading this article, you’ve probably heard of sleep training and considered if it is the right idea for your family....
Treatment for ADHD in children: What can I do as a parent to help my child?
Having a child diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD) can be challenging. Compared to other children without ADHD, they can sometimes be more...
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...
Guest Post: Learn More About Perinatal Mental Health
There are many changes that come with motherhood – body changes, sleep changes, relationship changes, identity changes, emotional changes, routine changes, &...
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...
Folic Acid for Pregnancy: Do I Really Need it?
With all the appointments and tests that occur during pregnancy, it’s hard to keep track of everything and easy to question, “Is all of...
Tips for travelling to Vancouver Canada
Vancouver is where I grew up and my
family still lives there so it is one of our favourite places to go on...
