Receiving multiple perspectives can be useful in considering how varying medical decisions may affect daily life, in the present and in the future, and in helping decide on a course of treatment with the best outcome and fit for the individual.
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What’s the Big Deal About GMOs?
There has been a lot of talk in the last few years about genetically modified organisms in our food, so what’s the big deal? Avoiding GMO foods is actually a really important part of keeping yourself and your loved ones healthy, and here is why, in a nutshell.
Treating Ear Infections Naturally
For parents of young children, it is clear that ear pain or earache can be a major childhood discomfort.
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What is Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy
What is Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy
Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy is a gentle, non-invasive holistic natural therapy. (more…)
Mom to Mom Show
The Mom to Mom Shop and Swap is the first of its kind to visit Edmonton! It is a unique show experience for families and will be unlike any other held in the Edmonton area. (more…)
Pediatric Acupuncture Growing in Popularity
As a specialist in acupuncture in Edmonton, I’ve seen this safe, effective treatment become increasingly popular over the last 10 years. Today, I’m noticing another trend—rapid growth in the use of acupuncture for children—and I predict that this growth is going to continue. (more…)
Acupuncture and Kids: Frequently Asked Questions from Caring Parents
Sometimes parents struggle with the thought of bringing their children in for acupuncture treatments. That’s because most people envision needles, and we all know how most kids feel about needles. But in reality, acupuncture and kids go together beautifully, without the adverse reactions that can occur with other treatments. (more…)
The Importance Of Sleep For Adults & Children
In Traditional Oriental Medicine, we consider lack of restful sleep to be a priority symptom. If someone isn’t sleeping well, then it is a priority to help them get the good quality sleep that they need, because getting enough sleep, in turn, is going to help resolve some of their other health complaints. (more…)
Pediatrics and Chinese Medicine
Fall is here and for our family like so many, this means back to school. With school also comes exposure to germs and bugs and the resulting sickness. Many people do not know how effective traditional Chinese medicine can be for children and that there is (more…)
From Breast to Bottle – Tips on Making the Switch
You’ve been breastfeeding your baby exclusively. But now you’re ready to switch to a bottle some or all of the time – and Baby is just not interested. What to do? (more…)