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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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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...
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...
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....
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...
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...
McDonald’s For a Family Fun Activity?
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...
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Do the Preservatives in Vaccines Cause Autism?
In my last article about vaccines and the fraudulent accusation that they...
What are the Different Sleep Training Methods?
There are many methods of how to sleep train a baby. Modified...
Safety of Suspended Baby Jumpers
A common question I have been asked is about the safety of...
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...
Signs That Your Child May Have a Speech or Language Delay
When Madi was 15 months old, we were at a play area...
Should We Use Soothers (Pacifiers) For Infants?
Before I became a mother, I did not realize how attached an...
To Circumcise or Not to Circumcise?
Male circumcision is defined as the surgical removal of the foreskin of...
Tips for flying with a toddler
Our family has started travelling again as restrictions have loosened and here...
What is Respiratory Syncytial Virus?
In a time when the world is overwhelmed by COVID-19, it is...
Transitioning From Two to One Nap Per Day
I struggled figuring out nap time, and once I had nap time...
Ways to Improve Breast Milk Supply
Breastfeeding was not intuitive for me. I struggled with low milk supply early on and had...
How to Manage a Teething Baby?
It is only a matter of time before my baby George starts...
Umbilical Cord Care
Caring for your newborns umbilical cord stump is important. Whether your baby is...
Is the mercury in vaccines toxic?
Recently I wrote a post about the fraudulent science behind vaccines and...
What is Positional Plagiocephaly (Flat Head Syndrome) and How is it Treated?
The safest place for your baby to sleep is on their back. The...
Recommendations for the Flu Shot in Children
Every fall is the time of year for you and your little one to...
How Do I Track My Child’s Progress in ADHD?
In my medical practice, I often see parents who are going through...
Jaundice and Newborns
Some degree of jaundice occurs in a large majority of all newborn...
How Common is Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder and Why is it Important to Treat?
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is the most common neurodevelopmental disorder among children...
Hair Tourniquet
I lost so much hair postpartum after Madi and George. With my...
How can temper tantrums teach your child to regulate emotions and manage anxiety
Emotions and anxiety are normal human experiences that can be helpful in some...
The Risks and Benefits of Video-Chatting in Children
Our family has used FaceTime more often in the past six weeks...
Do Tongue Ties Cause Breastfeeding Problems?
Madi did not have a tongue-tie and I struggled with breastfeeding her....
Managing Mosquito Bites
Mosquito bites are an annoying part of summer. The best way to deal...
Diapering Tips
Despite caring for infants for years as a family physician, when I...
Child’s First Dental Visit
Yesterday, Madi and George went for their first dental visit. The Canadian Dental...
What is Thrush and What Can You Do About It?
Thrush, or oropharyngeal candidiasis, is a common infection in babies. It is a...
Hand Foot and Mouth Disease
Hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) is a common, and very contagious,...
Blocked Tear Duct
Blocked tear ducts are a relatively common occurrence in newborn babies. It is...
Winter Activities for Kids
Prior to this past year, we didn’t spend much time outside during...
