Child Wellness
Going on Vacation Without your Baby: Should I Worry About Unhealthy Attachment?
Graeme and I are leaving Madi for 6 days to go to Hawaii for our friends wedding. After I booked our flights to Hawaii I immediately started panicking. I...
Can Having a Dog Protect your Child from Developing Asthma?
My husband desperately wants a dog. He grew up with dogs and thinks every kid deserves an animal companion. Madi also loves being around animals - especially “puppies” (as...
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). The truth is: scientists don’t...
How to transition your toddler from 2 naps to 1 per day – how...
In the spirit of "Sleep Week" I know many of you Mama's out there have struggled with your toddlers nap times, timing your toddlers nap, and consolidating...
Folic Acid During Pregnancy: Do I Really Need it?
What the Heck IS Folic Acid?
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...
Peanuts and Nuts- When Should I Expose My Little One ?
Before starting Med school, I remember being told that we should avoids peanuts and other common allergens (like tree nuts, other legumes, etc.) until a baby is a year...
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, thus far in my career...
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 a first time mom, I...
My child won’t sleep! Why do children have difficulty sleeping.
I often get asked by parents "Why wont my child sleep," and "Why do some children have difficulty sleeping?" If your child wont sleep, it may...
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 to tell you how you...
How can I get a good night’s sleep, and avoid insomnia and sleep deprivation?
All you Moms out there probably know the importance of a good nights rest. Without it, we are more cranky, irritable, and our mental health suffers....
McDonald’s Playarea
I never thought I would say this, but I think McDonald’s in moderation (once a month for us) can be great for families. Before having Madi, the only time...
How does travelling and time changes affect a toddlers sleep.
For the past 6 months I have been travelling with my toddler Madi between Edmonton and Atlanta (We live in Atlanta for 4 weeks and then I...
What are the best sleep training methods: How do I sleep train my baby?
As a physician I tell patient’s that it is safe to sleep train starting at 4-6 months as long as the infant has no concerns with growth and development....
A step by step guide to sleep training your baby
If your reading this article, you’ve probably heard of sleep training and considered if it is the right idea for your family. I wanted to start off...
Child Disciplining Methods: what are the 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 often get asked what the...
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 “ADD,” however this is outdated...
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 health benefits to both the...
First Time Travelling Away from your Baby: What to Know.
Madi was 15 months old when my husband and I went to a medical conference in Quebec City. It was the first time I ever travelled away from my...
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 symptoms in areas related to...
Is Sleep Training Bad For My Baby?….Should I Sleep Train My Baby?
When I went through my medical training I thought putting your infant to sleep was as simple as putting your baby in the bassinet or crib. In fact, even...
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 limited TV time. However, once...
How much sleep does my baby need: What is sleep and how does it...
I have received hundreds of messages and emails from mama’s out there asking me about sleep training! The topic has been very popular, so I've decided to devote the...
What can I do as a parent to help my kid with Attention Deficit...
Having a child diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD) can be challenging. Compared to other children without ADHD, they can sometimes be more difficult to discipline, and struggle...
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. One family dynamic I never...
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