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As a first time mom, I had no idea how to swaddle or why we even swaddle babies. Fortunately, I learned how to swaddle 2.5 years ago with Madi and was ready to swaddle George when he was born! I now explain swaddling to parents as wrapping your...
Before I became a parent, I had no idea what baby led-weaning was. I actually thought it had to do with breastfeeding! I now realize that baby-led weaning (BLW) is a method in which the baby controls their solid food consumption by self-feeding. Baby-led weaning...
Mosquitoes are nuisances. In Alberta, mosquitoes are everywhere and in some cases can ruin a perfect day outside if they are particularly high in population. In order to fully enjoy the spring and summer weather while we have it, we may want to prevent itchy...
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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...
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...
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...
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...
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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Sun Safety for Babies
Can babies wear sunscreen? How old do they have to be to wear sunscreen?...
Tips for Managing Bedwetting
Bedwetting is stressful! My daughter is almost 4 and does not stay...
Ways to Improve Breast Milk Supply
Breastfeeding was not intuitive for me. I struggled with low milk supply early on and had...
Baby Proofing the House
George is an active baby. He is a very speedy crawler and...
Bumps and Scrapes Can Happen During Childhood, How Can You Prevent Infections and Scars?
When Madi two years old, I was distracted taking pictures and Madi...
Tips for Managing Ear Infections in Children
I remember the first time Madi had an ear infection, she was...
Should Breastfeeding Moms Restrict Their Intake of Dairy To Reduce Colic?
One mention of colic and you will be inundated with tips and...
Managing Mosquito Bites
Mosquito bites are an annoying part of summer. The best way to deal...
Reading Books to Your Child Helps Them Learn to Read and Improves Language Abilities Later in Life
As a young child, I did not like to read. At bedtime,...
What Is Swaddling and What Are The Risks and Benefits?
As a first time mom, I had no idea how to swaddle...
What is Sleep?
Sleep is an incredibly important part of our natural biological processes. It...
Baby Development Milestones Delay: When do babies start talking?
Well-baby checks with your doctor are important because they assess if your...
Is Spanking Bad for your Child: Controversies and Childhood Outcomes
Parents always want to make the best decisions for their children, particularly when it...
Guest Post: Preparing Your Older Child for a New Baby
Our daughter Madi has been the center of my husband's and my...
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...
Nightmares in Toddlers
A year ago for an entire week, Madi has woken up suddenly...
Nap time: how to transition to one nap
I know many of you Mama's out there have struggled with your...
How to get a good nights sleep with sleep hygeine
All you Moms out there probably know the importance of a good...
How Do I Track My Child’s Progress in ADHD?
In my medical practice, I often see parents who are going through...
Eczema in Babies
Eczema is a skin condition that often presents as itchy, scaly skin...
Introducing Peanuts and Tree Nuts
Collaborative post with Happy Family Organics Food allergy affects...
Baby sleep – Is Sleep Training Bad For My Baby?
When I went through my medical training I thought putting your baby to sleep...
Guest Post: What is Delayed Cord Clamping and Why do we do it?
The first few minutes after your baby is born is a whirlwind...
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disorder (GERD) in Babies
A frequent question I am asked about in clinic is what is...
Sleep Training Baby: what to do and how?
Sleep training baby is tough! As a physician I tell patient’s that...
Food Allergies in Children
Food allergy affects approximately 2% to 10% of the population. Studies suggest that...
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...
How To Treat Sunburns?
As a child, I remember hating wearing sunscreen. My mom would put...
Is the mercury in vaccines toxic?
Recently I wrote a post about the fraudulent science behind vaccines and...
How is ADHD Treated?
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a disorder of inattention, impulsivity, and...
