HPV screening has replaced Pap smears in many countries, and several Canadian provinces are now following suit. Here’s why. For decades, the Pap smear has been the primary screening tool for cervical cancer in Canada, and anyone with a cervix who is over the age of 21 or who has been sexually active is advised
Being pregnant is difficult enough without having to figure out what you can and cannot do. Look no further! In this video, Dr. Shelby Dickison, OB/GYN, breaks down what you need to know about taking antibiotics while pregnant. Learn about some example situations where you might need to take antibiotics while expecting. Most importantly, Dr.
A team of researchers working with the CHILD Cohort Study (CHILD) has developed a simple new symptom-based screening tool that detects asthma risk in children as young as two years of age. The efficacy of the tool-;the CHILDhood Asthma Risk Tool, or CHART-;is detailed in a study published in the highly influential Journal of the
If you or a close family member is experiencing a mental health crisis, it might be scary or confusing for your kids. Here’s an age-by-age guide to help you know what to say. If you have a mental illness, or someone close to your child is struggling with their mental health, you may wonder if
Welcome to the world of sleep and isn’t it amazing just how much parents can still achieve on such a small amount of it!
As parents, we know it can be difficult to create healthy habits for kids. Dr. Dehra Harris, a Pediatric Psychiatrist with Washington University at St. Louis Children’s Hospital, shares some healthy lifestyle tips that can point your family in the right direction. “Do you ever feel like everything in the media about health is a
Without a doubt, the school phase is a significant period in your kid’s life. It’s the single most effective influence that decides how a person turns out. Choosing the best schools that are the proper fit for a child goes a long way in setting them up for academic success and, ultimately, their careers. So,
Pads and tampons got you down? These products offer a more eco-friendly approach to dealing with your period. The average woman has approximately 450 periods in their lifetime, which means they go through A LOT of (typically) single-use products. Not only is that a lot of trash, but it also doesn’t help that the standard
A new study explored whether adherence to American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines for diet and physical activity had any relationship with toddlers’ ability to remember, plan, pay attention, shift between tasks and regulate their own thoughts and behavior, a suite of skills known as executive function. Reported in The Journal of Pediatrics, the study found
Image: Shutterstock Fall brings with itself a flurry of change. It is the time of crisp air, colorful leaves, and pumpkins. You are more likely to spend more time indoors than outdoors to prevent your toddler from catching a chill in the sharp wind. However, staying indoors comes with its unique advantages. You would rather
Welcome to our How To series. We have been creating some step by step videos to help support you on your journey through pregnancy and into parenthood. Keep watching for more in the series…. This video is a step by step guide to help you master the wonderful world of swaddling which will make your
Having a newborn is magical moment, and it’s no surprise that you want to make sure your bundle of joy is completely healthy. So, it might be a concern when you start to hear some odd noises when they breathe. Dr. Maithilee Menezes, otolaryngologist at St. Louis Children’s Hospital, discusses the different types of breathing
It’s estimated that 150,000 kids were sent to residential schools, and that legacy of neglect, lack of education and abuse is still being felt today. Residential schools for First Nations, Métis and Inuit kids were run by church organizations in partnership with the Canadian government from 1883 until 1969. Designed to force Indigenous children to
#shorts This video is an introduction into the wonderful world of swaddling which will make your little one feel calm and snug….and look adorable too! To watch our Step by Step guide, head over to the Mothercare YouTube channel.
What if I told you there was a SECRET to making the mundane household chores, a greater contributor to your peace at home? How we WASH DISHES can inform us a ton on how we approach our life. Can we experience mundane household chores on the sensory, spiritual, emotional level that brings us great joy,
Join the Play Pandemic Challenge → https://theparentingjunkie.com/challenge Dr. Laura Markham Handles a Tantrum (Role Play!) The Parenting Junkie and Dr Laura Markham of ahaparenting team up for a tantrum role play! In this video you’ll see an example of how a 3 year old tantrums and how to handle a 3 year old tantrum. Dr.
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