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Breastfeeding solutions for working mothers
What are some of the problems breastfeeding mothers face when they return to work or school? What are the solutions available to help them continue to breastfeed or provide breast milk to their infants
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Safety with medication vital during pregnancy
Originally published in The Ottawa Citizen August 19, 2003 Original Title: Medication safety during pregnancy Moms-to-be should speak to their pharmacist and doctor about prescription medications and any other drugs they might be taking’ What medications are safe to use during pregnancy? Should I stop my prescription medications? How can I treat my heartburn? Can…
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The hazards of discussing breastfeeding
Originally published in The Ottawa Citizen January 15, 2002 Column draws fire from some readers and support from others Last week’s column on breastfeeding difficulties provoked passionate responses. I was accused of being uneducated, unethical, unprofessional and a menace to medical students and residents because allegedly I promoted formula over breastmilk. Others whole-heartedly agreed with…
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Infant nutrition
Several nutrients essential to proper growth and development may require supplementing — for example, vitamin D and iron.
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The hazards of breastfeeding
Originally published in The Ottawa Citizen January 8, 2002 Mother’s milk is best for a baby, but it’s not a mother’s only option. The American and Canadian pediatric societies advocate breastfeeding for the first 12 months of life. Health care professionals universally support this recommendation. Breast milk is the best source of nutrition for newborns…
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Common Infant Problems
Originally published in The Ottawa Citizen August 14, 2001 It is 2 AM and your two week old infant’s breathing sounds raspy and congested. You also notice a strange rash on their body. First-time parents face a multitude of these anxiety provoking events. What can you do to assess if this is normal or not?
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Post partum depression
Originally published in The Ottawa Citizen, June 21, 2001 Post Partum Depression (PPD) is a severe debilitating illness. It occurs in about one in ten childbearing women. It can cause women untold and unnecessary suffering and guilt. It is important to keep in mind the difference between the “baby blues” and PPD.