Health
How, and Why, We Plan to Get More Sleep (Plus a Mattress Giveaway)
Lack of sleep doesn’t just make us grouchy and sluggish—it can increase signs of ageing, affect productivity, make us more likely to argue with our spouses, and have a hugely negative impact on our overall health. Dairy Farmers of Canada, who are committed to healthy living and increasing the overall health and wellness of Canadians, have started a program called Project Sleep. At ProjectSleep.ca, you can find sleep tips and learn more about the importance of sleep.
Parenting with Hope, Amidst the Worry
I think fear and worry come with the territory as soon as you become a parent. From that first moment…
How to Prevent Cold Sores
Tips from a pharmacist for preventing cold sores
Cherish the Skin that Gives Shape to Who You Are
Bio-Oil has been a part of our family for over a decade. I discovered it when my poor body was stretched beyond recognition and the skin on my belly so thin and tight I seriously thought it would split! Carrying a 10-and-a-half-pound baby will push the limits of anyone’s body, and it certainly did mine in.
What It Takes to Be a Great Coach
Being a hockey and soccer mom over the last few years has definitely given me some insight into what it takes to be a great (and not-so-great) coach. I’ve seen my two boys thrive under the leadership of a coach who really understood how to get the best from them and encouraged them to take chances, try hard and have fun. I’ve also comforted my youngest son after several practices where his coach continued to yell to the point that my son shut down and didn’t want to try at all. It was truly heartbreaking.
Why Every Mom Should Make Physical Fitness a Priority
If you want to make changes in your physical health but are intimidated and overwhelmed, here are a few ways to get and stay motivated on your fitness journey.
Mom Hack: How to Boost Your Kid’s Immune System Everyday
We do everything we can do to keep them healthy. And now we’ve discovered a mom hack for boosting their immune systems everyday.
Travelling This March Break? What You Need to Know About the Zika Virus
With March Break travel plans on the horizon for many, the ever-growing threat of the Zika virus is all over…