Understanding Cesarean Section Awareness: Empowering Parents Through Education and Choice

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Every April, International Cesarean Awareness Month (ICAM) shines a vital spotlight on cesarean sections (C-sections), aiming to inform, support, and empower parents with knowledge about this common but often misunderstood surgical birth procedure. With C-sections accounting for a significant percentage of births worldwide, it's crucial that families understand when they are necessary, the potential risks…

National Oral Health Month: A Smile Worth Celebrating

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Each year, National Oral Health Month provides an essential reminder of the importance of maintaining good oral hygiene and the impact it has on our overall health. Celebrated in various countries around the world at different times of the year, this month-long observance aims to promote better oral care practices and create awareness about oral…

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Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month: A Guide for Parents

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Cerebral Palsy (CP) is one of the most common motor disabilities in childhood, yet many parents are unaware of what it entails and how to provide the best care for a child with CP. As we observe Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month, it is essential to educate and empower parents with knowledge about the condition, its…

8 Valentine’s Gifts That Won’t Give Your Child a Sugar

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Use Valentine’s Day, the day of love, to get creative, focus on your child’s interests, and discover ways to step away from devices and have fun.

Supporting Neurodivergent Children: Helpful Services and Resources

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Neurodivergent children—those with conditions such as autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other cognitive differences—often face unique challenges in education, social interactions, and daily life. However, with the right support, these children can thrive and reach their full potential. Understanding the available services and resources in British Columbia is essential for parents, caregivers, and educators who want…

National Cervical Cancer Awareness Month: Promoting Prevention and Empowering Lives

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Cervical cancer remains a significant global health concern, yet it is one of the most preventable and treatable forms of cancer when detected early.

The Power of Connection: Strengthening Bonds in Neurodivergent Parenting

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Relationships are at the core of our human experience. We connect, make friends, and often make life-changing decisions based on our bonds with others. But as parents, have we ever stopped to evaluate our relationship with our own children? Children don’t come with a parenting manual; they arrive in our lives, and we do our…

When Cold Season Hits: Essential Tips to Keep Your Child

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Winter is a time of the year when magic fills the air. It encourages coziness with warm sweaters, warm drinks, and warmth next to the fireplace. However, Winter also brings lower outside temperatures, lower immunity, and for children, and battling colds, coughs, and sneezes. It's only normal that kids get sick sometimes. However, there are…

Is the Holiday Season Impacting Your Mental Health? Here are

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For some reason, the holidays always have a way of sneaking up on us. Then, before we know it, we get buried with an endless to-do list. seem to sneak up on us, and before we realize it, we’re buried under an endless to-do list. Here are 3 things to think about to determine if…

Six Wellness-Inspired Holiday Gifts for Kids: Meaningful Ideas to Spark

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The holiday season often brings excitement over the latest gadgets and trendy toys. While these gifts can be thrilling in the moment, they may miss the opportunity to offer something truly meaningful: the gift of connection and wellness. This year, why not choose presents that inspire kids to recharge, connect, and grow? Thoughtful gifts like…

Prioritizing Mental Health for Parents and Children: A Balanced Approach

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In today's fast-paced world, parents often feel the pressure to excel in every aspect of their lives—whether at work, in their relationships, or especially in raising their children. For many, especially new moms, this overwhelming responsibility can lead to stress, burnout, and mental health challenges. Amid the whirlwind of parenting, it's crucial to prioritize both…

Understanding Dyslexia: An Interview with Neil Johnston

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Dyslexia is a prevalent learning difference that affects 80-90% of individuals with learning challenges. Often genetic, it can run through generations, yet it is frequently misdiagnosed and misunderstood. We spoke with Neil Johnston, CEO for the Centre for Dyslexia, about exciting new developments aimed at supporting the dyslexic community. In British Columbia and across Canada, students with…

The Best Ways to Ensure Your Kids Eat Less Sugar

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As parents, we all want what’s best for our kids—especially when it comes to their health. Butwith sugary snacks and processed foods lurking at every turn, keeping their sugar intake incheck can feel like a full-time job. As a dad of two and a food entrepreneur, I totally get it. Not only am I focused…

How can you protect your children during heat waves?

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It's official, we are in another heat wave. Temperatures expected to reach the low 40s C in some areas. Year over year, we are seeing extreme heat events become more common and severe in British Columbia and across Canada. In fact, the record-breaking heatwave British Columbians experienced in 2021 was among the most extreme since…

Men’s Mental Health Month: It’s Okay to Not Be Okay,

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June is Men's Mental Health Month, a crucial time to acknowledge the unique challenges men face when it comes to mental well-being. While conversations about mental health have become more commonplace in recent years, a persistent stigma still surrounds men seeking help. This silence can have serious consequences, as men are far less likely than…

Is Outdoor Risky Play The Secret to Healthier Kids?

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Think back to a favourite childhood play memory. Chances are, it took place outdoors and involved a small element of risk—whether playing near a stream, climbing trees or enjoying a game of street hockey. Little did you realize it at the time, but this very activity played a crucial role in supporting your development. In…

Breathe easy: doctors share tips to protect your family’s health

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Taking steps to protect your family’s health at home is a natural instinct. If there’s mold, you clean it. If you have a pest infestation, you remove them. But, there's a major pollutant commonly used in homes across Canada that increases risks to health that not enough people are aware of: gas. Across North America,…

3 Important Head Lice Care and Prevention Tips

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So many kids get lice in January and it has nothing to do with their hair type, colour, gender or household income – it happens just after certain times of year when they gather in larger groups – like during the holidays. DAWN MUCCI, FOUNDER OF LICE SQUAD The fact is that head lice are an…

Overwhelmed and receiving little support? Have you considered applying for

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As parents, it is our innate nature to do all we can to support and nurture our children’s development. There are so many stresses, hurdles, and concerns. Parents with children with disabilities or medical conditions have overwhelming pressure both emotionally and financially as they struggle to find support and put in place early interventions. Getting access to testing,…

Children’s Grief and Awareness Day

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As hard as it is, it is important for children and youth to have their grief witnessed and supported. The Children’s Grief Foundation of Canada confirms that 1 in 5 children experience the death of a family member before they turn 18, so we can’t afford to maintain the cultural taboo. With truthful information, comfort,…

When Does “Clean Eating” Go Too Far? with Dr. Edward

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Eating disorders and disordered eating thrive in secrecy, so detecting them in your children and teens can often be difficult. However, there are signs and clues to be on the lookout for as a parent.

Digging Deep on Movement

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The Importance of Movement to the Active Child.

6 Ways to Nurture Children’s Mental Health

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In today's fast-paced and challenging world, it is essential for parents to prioritize their children's mental health. The well-being of children directly impacts their overall development, academic performance, and future success.

7 Tips for New Mothers to Get Through Motherhood

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One of the most important things you can do as a new mom is to prioritize your own self-care. It's easy to get caught up in the demands of caring for a new baby, but it's crucial to take care of yourself so that you can be your best self for your child. This means…

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Understanding Cesarean Section Awareness: Empowering Parents Through Education and Choice

National Oral Health Month: A Smile Worth Celebrating

Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month: A Guide for Parents

8 Valentine’s Gifts That Won’t Give Your Child a Sugar

Supporting Neurodivergent Children: Helpful Services and Resources

National Cervical Cancer Awareness Month: Promoting Prevention and Empowering Lives

The Power of Connection: Strengthening Bonds in Neurodivergent Parenting

When Cold Season Hits: Essential Tips to Keep Your Child

Is the Holiday Season Impacting Your Mental Health? Here are

Six Wellness-Inspired Holiday Gifts for Kids: Meaningful Ideas to Spark

Prioritizing Mental Health for Parents and Children: A Balanced Approach

Understanding Dyslexia: An Interview with Neil Johnston

The Best Ways to Ensure Your Kids Eat Less Sugar

How can you protect your children during heat waves?

Men’s Mental Health Month: It’s Okay to Not Be Okay,

Is Outdoor Risky Play The Secret to Healthier Kids?

Breathe easy: doctors share tips to protect your family’s health

3 Important Head Lice Care and Prevention Tips

Overwhelmed and receiving little support? Have you considered applying for

Children’s Grief and Awareness Day

When Does “Clean Eating” Go Too Far? with Dr. Edward

Digging Deep on Movement

6 Ways to Nurture Children’s Mental Health

7 Tips for New Mothers to Get Through Motherhood

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