You may have heard that more and more women are engaging in the practice of consuming their placenta after the birth of their children. The technical term for this is…
Babyproofing! Where to start and where does it end?? It can be overwhelming thinking about all the things that need to be addressed when it comes to babies and their…
Whether you are brand new to breastfeeding or a seasoned pro, you’ve likely heard of the wonderful benefits of breastmilk for your baby’s overall health, growth & development. Breastmilk is…
As we know pregnancy is filled with changes and your vaginal discharge follows suit. During pregnancy, normal vaginal discharge is called leukorrhea. It is described as a thin, milky substance…
Recently I sat down with Jannette Festival, a Registered Nurse, Lactation Consultant and co-founder of NothernStar Milk Bank in Calgary. NorthernStar Mothers Milk Bank is Canada’s only community-based milk bank….
Talking about cesarean sections can be a bit scary for some. It’s considered major abdominal surgery and ends up as a longer recovery for mama. And as you may have…
The umbilical cord…that magical cord that kept your baby nourished and growing during pregnancy is now cut after delivery and the stump has a yellow or white plastic clamp attached…
Mastitis is an inflammation of the breast tissue that usually involves an infection. When I talk breastfeeding one of the most important points I stress is you want to ensure…
Over the last 5 years, discussion over postpartum depression and anxiety has been prevalent among many celebrities. This has lessened the stigma surrounding PPD and anxiety and allowed for moms…
