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.
Sleep training is a personal choice and there are many happy thriving families that do not sleep train. Graeme and I decided to sleep train our daughter Madi after 11 months of interrupted sleep. What is important to know before you start sleep-training,...
Many new moms, including myself, worry about establishing and maintaining a good breast milk supply or how to increase breast milk supply. For the first few days after Madi was born, I struggled with breastfeeding so I supplemented with formula until I was able to improve her latch. Within two weeks, my milk...
Some degree of jaundice occurs in a large majority of all newborn infants. Jaundice is a condition where a newborn baby’s skin turns yellow. This can happen with any race or colour of the skin. Why Does Jaundice Occur So Frequently in Newborns?
A common question I have been asked is about the safety of suspended baby jumpers like the Jolly Jumper. Personally, both of my kids loved the jolly jumper from the start and would giggle almost the entire time they are in it. Over the years, there have...
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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...
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...
Everything you Need to Know About the Flu, the Flu Shot, and Common Myths
Influenza, commonly known as the flu, is an infectious disease caused by a virus. The flu can be deadly, especially in certain populations such...
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....
Is Spanking Bad for your Child: Controversies and Childhood Outcomes
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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I Have a Cold Sore, Can I Be Near My Newborn Baby?
Cold sores are highly contagious. But what are you to do when you have a cold sore and also a newborn baby to...
Breastfeeding and Mastitis
Mastitis is a painful complication of breastfeeding. It is defined as inflammation of the mammary gland, which causes the breast to become painful,...
I’m Pregnant and Constipated, What Can I do About it?
Constipation in Pregnancy Constipation is yet another uncomfortable symptom that is very common in pregnancy. We...
Learn More About the 6 Signs of Coffee Withdrawal
When consumed in moderation, caffeine is safe and even has some health benefits. But because caffeine is psychoactive, the brain can develop a tolerance and physiological...
Eczema in Babies
Eczema is a skin condition that often presents as itchy, scaly skin or tiny red bumps than normally presents before the age...
Quick, Easy and Nutritious Snacks
After having Madi I found it hard to find time to make myself nutritious snacks. The easiest things to grab are the pre-packaged processed...
The Importance of Eye Exams for Children
Last week, I assessed a 6 year old girl for recurrent falls. Her parents were concerned their daughter had a neurological condition...
What to Expect from Your 3 Month Old Baby: Developmental Milestones
I vividly remember when Madi was 3 months old, it felt like just last week! At that time I felt like she...
Everything you Need to Know About the Flu, the Flu Shot, and Common Myths
Influenza, commonly known as the flu, is an infectious disease caused by a virus. The flu can be deadly, especially in certain populations such...
Jaundice and Newborns
Some degree of jaundice occurs in a large majority of all newborn infants. Jaundice is a condition where a newborn baby’s skin turns...
How To Treat Sunburns?
As a child, I remember hating wearing sunscreen. My mom would put it on me and it would always end up getting...
What to Expect from your 6 Month Old Baby: Developmental Milestones
We probably took the most pictures of Madi as an infant when she was 6 months old. Madi was able to sit...
Guest post: Temper Tantrums, Meltdowns, and Anxiety
The terms “tantrum,” “meltdown,” and “anxiety” are often used interchangeably however, they are actually all different terms used to describe different behaviours.
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...
What is Respiratory Syncytial Virus?
In a time when the world is overwhelmed by COVID-19, it is easy to minimize or forget other common ailments affecting our...
Do We Need To Burp Babies?
Both my mom and mother-in-law believe and promote the practice of burping babies. After our son George was born they both ensured...
Postpartum hairloss
I experienced significant hair loss after both of my pregnancies. My experience with postpartum hair loss made wonder, why do we lose...
Guest Post: What to Know About Children’s Eye Exam?
Preparing for your child’s first eye exam Many parents schedule their child’s first eye exam when they notice changes...
Sun Safety for Babies
Can babies wear sunscreen? How old do they have to be to wear sunscreen? Can you even take a baby into the sun? Surprisingly,...
Sponsored: What is Cow’s Milk Protein Allergy, what is the Difference with Lactose intolerance, and How to Help Your Baby
Sponsored by Mead Johnson Some babies have allergies to proteins that are found in cow's milk. This is known...
Tips for Managing Ear Infections in Children
I remember the first time Madi had an ear infection, she was 9 months old and I was so worried. She had...
