Pregnancy can lead to dental problems in some women. Here’s how to ensure your pearly whites get the care they need You have everything to smile about — you’re expecting a baby! But studies show that pregnancy can lead […]
Prenatal
Know what’s in your water
If you’re expecting or have young children in the home, it’s especially important to ensure your drinking water is safe Even if your drinking water looks clear, it’s never completely pure. Clean water can pick up substances as it travels through […]
Getting fit after baby
Fitness guru – and mother of four – Nikki Clarke helps get you in shape postpartum Daily movement is one of the most important things humans can do to keep themselves both physically and mentally strong, and this especially rings […]
New parents? Here are 5 tips for dealing with stress
As joyful as having a new baby can be, it also has its challenges When you have a new baby, the lack of sleep and a demanding schedule can leave you feeling worn out. One important way to help protect […]
Good sleep habits start at birth
Sleep problems – the most common complaints of new parents – should be addressed early, says Dr. Paul Roumeliotis On average, most newborns sleep about 16.5 hours per day, but some may sleep as little as nine hours, and […]
Preparing for baby’s arrival
Baby proof your vehicle and your house before bringing the new arrival home It’s never too early to consider your child’s safety. Injuries are rarely accidents, in the sense that most injuries are preventable. Make your environment safer by removing […]
Protecting baby from whooping cough
(Photo of Dr. Paul Roumeliotis) Recent Canadian and American guidelines recommend that all pregnant women receive the pertussis vaccine during every pregnancy even if they have previously received this vaccine. This is to prevent whooping cough infection in the mother, […]
Protecting baby’s hearing
We are well aware of the effects of second-hand smoke on others, especially young children, including the effects of smoking during pregnancy on the unborn baby. If a mother smokes during a pregnancy, her baby is directly exposed to toxins. […]
Coming home
What to expect when bringing baby home Many first-time – and even experienced – parents may admit that they’re unsure about how to properly care for and ensure the health and wellness of their new baby. I firmly believe that […]
Food safety crucial during pregnancy
Keep safe with four simple steps When you’re pregnant, food safety is more important than ever because you and your unborn baby are at an increased risk of foodborne illness or food poisoning. Your immune system is weakened, […]