This is the last in a three part series exploring "Indulging your baby’s dependency needs". Through the first two parts we covered baby-wearing and demand breast-feeding. In this last part we are going to look at how co-sleeping can assist in meeting your baby’s dependency needs as well as why it is important to do […]
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Hypoglycemia
Not too long ago a patient came to see me complaining that she was always hungry, that all day her energy was up and down like a roller coaster and that she was not sleeping well. From my point of view, this is a cluster of symptoms that can occur if your blood sugar is […]
Signs Our Body Is Giving Us
Fallen Arches might be caused by back problems. Probably this statement surprises you. Ten years ago I would have been surprised too. Why? Because we are reading and hearing all the time the following: Foot Pain Help: Orthotics, Insoles and Arch Support for Walkers When feet hurt, walkers seek relief. Getting the right shoes is […]
Heritage Seeds
"Growing these seeds may seem like a small act, but it is such a powerful thing to do." Jessica Snider, Nanaimo Community Gardens coordinator, is talking about heritage varieties of fruits and vegetables. Heritage varieties have been developed over the centuries by people saving seeds and handing them down through the generations. It began with […]
The Benefits of Traditional Chinese Medicine
Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)originated in China over 5000 years ago and is fast becoming a very popular form of alternative medicine worldwide. It has not only evolved into a complete holistic medical system unto itself, but it has become a very effective form of health care. What is TCM all about? At the […]