Health

WORDS BY Lorraine Pelley Food allergies are the second most common type of allergy, and while they can occur at any age, they are most common in infants and children. There is no known cure for food allergies. The best way

Everyone has the right to live a valued life within their community. However, for 1 per cent of Canadian children living with medical complexities and disabilities, this dream can often be overshadowed by a system and society that overlook or

Sunscreen is Essential All Year Round – Keep Your Kids Protected! Sun Bum Sunscreen Kids is a line of sunscreen products specifically designed for children. These sunscreens provide broad-spectrum protection against UVA and UVB rays, helping to prevent sunburn and skin

Words by Lorraine Pelley Autism, a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by challenges in social interaction, communication, and repetitive behaviours, has garnered increasing attention and understanding in recent years. The spectrum nature of autism means it manifests uniquely in everyone, making it both

WORDS BY Marylene Vestergom “Since the late 1940s, Elmer has held a special place in the hearts of many Canadians of a certain age,” says Lewis Smith, Manager, National Projects, Canada Safety Council, “as a well-known symbol of safety education, teaching

For more than three decades, Magic Bag has been a trusted ally, catering to families’ hot and cold compress requirements. Discover natural comfort for aches, stress, fatigue, and pains, all in an environmentally responsible manner. They are dedicated to manufacturing

Before you dust off your tennis or pickleball racquet, golf clubs or garden shears, now’s the time to get your body ready for these activities. Too often our excitement to get back into the game can bring on nagging pains of

Children can be picky eaters. Parents know that getting kids to eat anything, much less healthy foods, can sometimes make the dinner table feel more like a battlefield than a place to break bread. That’s especially so when the dinner

WORDS BY Marylene Vestergom We all know that sleep is an essential aspect of daily life with both short- and long-term health implications. It affects physiological processes, cognitive performance, and mood. Practicing good sleep habits is also linked to a lower

Halloween is an exciting time of the year when people all over the world celebrate by engaging in various activities. There are plenty of things to do during this festive season, ranging from attending parties to participating in traditional customs.

Work is often cited as the primary cause of stress. Indeed, work-related stress is a global issue. According to the Global Organization for Stress, workers in countries as different as the United States, Australia, Canada, and China all report confronting

The transition from summer vacation to back to school doesn’t have to be difficult, especially when everyone is excited to bounce back into a more normal school year. With all the chaos of getting back into the things we love,

According to NBA Hall of Famer Scottie Pippen, “Some of the best lessons I have learned were through great coaches. They were life lessons, not just game strategies or tactics. Lionheart Fitness Kids provides valuable moments and memories from some

Hearing loss is often associated with aging, and understandably so. Individuals from all walks of life undoubtedly have an aging friend or relative who has experienced some degree of hearing loss, and millions of seniors across the globe would admit

Protect your family from the harsh of the Sun Rays. We all love summer and the sunshine that comes with it. It’s important not to leave home without being protected. Carry Sun Bum everywhere because Sun Bum has you and your

If you’re looking for your next great read, Dr. Stuart Shanker’s latest book, Reframed Self-Reg for a Just Society is a must buy. This latest book is the third in a series of books written by Dr. Shanker about teaching

It goes without saying that puberty is the most testing time for a child’s self-esteem. As a parent, it can be punishing to watch your daughter falter in confidence, and become uncomfortable in her growing body. However, this feeling of

If there is one thing that the last two years of the pandemic and its attack upon our physical health has taught us, it is the importance of mental health. Nowhere has this been more apparent than the effects upon

Yesterday I got off a call with a soon-to-be client. She was a brand-new mom and her baby was eight-weeks-old. The refrain was familiar, “What have I done? Why didn’t anyone tell me? I’m not coping.” It was sad. What’s