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I recently engaged in a debate online with other parents about whether they thought the Teen Years or the Toddler Years were harder to survive. Depending on the age of your children, opinions vary, although I think that parents of toddlers who nod and say “I hear teens are worse” don’t really believe anything could be difficult than the perilous parenting of a tippy and tantruming  toddler.  Of course both ages and stages have their...

For the first week after delivery try to rest whenever you can. Don’t be tempted to try to catch up on everything you have not had the time to do. Call your doctor if you have any problems before your postpartum check-up. You may be rather disheartened when you see your body after birth. Your stomach won’t be flat, your breasts will be large, and the tops of your legs will feel heavy. But if you practice your postnatal exercises as soon as...

Lauren (not her real name) was blissfully pregnant with her first child, enjoying her growing bump and attention from well wishers. But right after her daughter Emma was born, Lauren began to feel an overwhelming sense of jealousy towards her daughter. Friends and family who used to dote on her were now cooing over baby Emma. People stopped asking Lauren how she was and focused on the latest baby news. When her husband came home from work,...

Moms of all shapes, sizes and nationalities can relate to the loving term, “mummy tummy”. You know what I mean - the pooch, pouch, bump, whatever you want to call it, that never seems to go away no matter how many crunches you do? Yep, that. This tummy, for the most part, is usually (about 80 per cent) more about a condition that medical professionals are very aware of, than just extra fat. This condition is called Diastasis Recti, or in...

Oh, the explosive outbursts that shatter the peace of our homes! For many parents, it’s the dreaded tantrum that keeps them walking on eggshells all day long. Or keeps them from having company or arranging playdates for their child. Sometimes your kid just goes off for no apparent reason. You made macaroni and he wanted a hot dog. You gave her the blue cup and she wanted the red one. You’d think you just cut her leg off! The child falls to...

As your baby get’s older and starts to become mobile, she will start putting things in her mouth or touching new things that may not pass your ‘clean’ test. Those curious little fingers will almost always end up in her mouth before you get a chance to wash them. Don’t panic. This exposure to germs will likely make her immune system stronger – but the bad news is, there will be quite a few sniffles and upset tummies along the...

LOVELINX jewellery design is a chic and timeless jewellery collection that celebrates the important milestones in individual’s lives. Finger print pendants, tiny messages and treasured photos become the centrepiece of a combination that is as unique and stylish as the person it belongs to. www.lovelinx.ca

Looking for a way to decrease the length of your labour, reduce your need for pain medication, decrease your chances of needing a forceps delivery or a Caesarean, and leave you feeling satisfied about your birth experience? What you need is a doula—the birthing world’s equivalent of a fairy godmother. Think I’m exaggerating? Consider the evidence for yourself. There’s a growing body of research proving that doulas (experienced...

Swelling during pregnancy is certainly a normal and expected event, and takes place as part of the birth preparation. You’ll notice that parts of your body, such as ankles, feet, legs, hands and face, can swell and blow up during pregnancy. In fact, 75 per cent of expecting women have edema at one point or another. It often occurs when you stay in the same position for too long and is more common during the third...

Baby’s first taste of solid food should be a single ingredient, age appropriate food. A couple of wonderful choices for first foods for babies, as many pediatric resources are now acknowledging are tasty and creamy avocados and bananas. These healthy and nutritious foods make really great first foods for baby because they are easy to digest and full of vitamins, minerals, fats and other nutrients a growing baby needs. Nutritious and Tasty...

This set comes equipped with a plate, fork and spoon. The spoon and fork rock happily to keep your baby entertained but always remain upright for maximum hygiene! The plate has an opening that resembles a plug, where you can pour hot water in to keep the meal warm. BPA Free.  

The Toni Top delivers triple bang for moms' buck in a stunning package! Wear it during pregnancy, nursing and beyond weaning (and we promise you will WANT to wear it after weaning); it even works for hands-free pumping! Made in Canada using only the finest materials. www.ToniTop.com