Having a baby is always a blessing, but winter can bring some unique challenges for new parents. This blog shares personal experience and practical advice for families welcoming a baby during the colder months. 1. Getting Outdoors 2. Cold and Flu Season 3. Holiday Get-Togethers Mélanie Jacobson ND IBCLC is a Toronto-based Naturopathic Doctor and…

How will I feel after having a baby?  I’ve experienced PMS before, is it the same thing as the baby blues?  What if I have experienced past anxiety or depression, am I guaranteed to have the blues? These are commone questions that expecting and new parents have asked as they begin their journey into parenthood. …

When I was pregnant with my first baby, I thought I would have loads of time to take care of myself, go back to work part-time, while being the best mom I could be! HA! Was I wrong! Two years later, when I was pregnant with my second, I made plans to have my supports…