It looks as though winter is here to stay and with that we know runny noses, coughs, and congestion are just around the corner. In this...

The lymphatic system is a part of the circulatory system and a crucial part of the immune system. It consists of glands, lymph nodes, the...

I often say that breastfeeding saved me when I became a new mom. I was crying, anxious and worried about everything. Breastfeeding did...

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Sautee 1 onion, 1 crushed garlic clove, 1 inch piece of grated ginger and 2 inch piece of turmeric (or 2 teaspoons of turmeric powder)...

by Dr. Dori Skye Engel, ND + Birth Doula Acupuncture is part of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), an ancient practice aimed at...

The most common question I get when I support new breastfeeding parents is ‘How do I know my baby is getting enough?’. This is especially...

What ailment could a toddler, a high schooler, a new parent, a baby boomer, and Spot the dog, experience alike? Anxiety is one of the...

Cupping therapy is an ancient form of alternative medicine in which a therapist places special cups on the skin to create suction....

If your postpartum experience is anything like mine was, being horizontal at any point in the day is amazing. But with a newborn in tow,...

Coffee - for some the word alone conjures up memories of jitters, anxiety, palpitations and insomnia. For others, it can be described as...

Nipple shields are one of the most common breastfeeding tools that I see in my practice. These thin, flexible, silicone devices are often...

I don’t know about you, but this was an especially unique summer for me. From the fatigue of crossing the finish line of a hairy academic...

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As most new parents recognize, sleep deprivation is part of life with a newborn. Whilst most adults function according to their...

Nausea of pregnancy can look very different for each individual. It varies from mild to severe, lasting from a few weeks to months,...

Our bodies are designed to birth and breastfeed our babies. This is what I learned as I prepped for the birth of my first. The natural...

I bet you are thinking: I’ve never heard of a pre-trimester… Well, it exists, and don’t worry, you are not alone, it often goes unnoticed...

Using a pacifier or soother is often thought to be a normal part of a newborn’s experience. Whether given to soothe, put the baby to...

Contrary to popular belief your menstrual cycle is not there to piss you off, stop you from doing things you want to do or embarrass you....