The 60-seconds that can save your child!
Kativa Chauhan-Toronto: Did you know you can probably hold your breath for about a minute [before you gasp for air or pass out]? How is this possible? We all have an average of one minute of oxygen storage, in our lungs. A baby, or a small children, probably has less than that. So this means, [...]
Sleep Secrets….
WHY IS SLEEP Sooooooo IMPORTANT? Being sleep deprived is like have a 0.5 blood alcohol level [1 glass]…imagine driving in the morning like that? You can’t catch up on the weekends and naps may disrupt your nightly sleep. Consistent good night’s sleep means 6-8 hours [depends what you need to feel refreshed]. Quality is more [...]
Babysitter 101 – Prepared for an emergency?
‘Babysitter 101 – prepared in an emergency?’ How comfortable are YOU about your babysitters’ safety practices? Are YOUR children safe in their care? Are YOUR babysitters prepared for an emergency and/ or prevention-focused? If you have answered “no” to any of these questions, then read on… Do you rely on family and friends to babysit [...]
Need a car seat clinic or CPR course?
2HEALTH’s next bulletin comes out in a few weeks, however there are a few items and great courses/ workshops coming up in the next 2 weeks…I had to share with you! 1) MEDVISIT: I was recently home with the flu and felt I needed to see a doctor. I finally used the services of MedVisit. [...]
Allergies, Anaphylaxis + Sabrina’s Law
WHAT IS IT? In Canada, 6% of children have food allergies. Allergies are hypersensitivities, overreactions of the immune system to substances that normally do not cause reactions. The first time a predisposed person is exposed to a potential allergen, they will not have a major reaction, instead they will become “sensitized”. SOME COMMON CAUSES > [...]
De-Stress the Family!
Stress is an inevitable part of daily life. In some regards, stress can be very positive, as it acts as a great motivator. More often, however, stress can lead to illness, unhappiness, and strained relationships. Taking the time to minimize stress can go a long way in maintaining the physical and emotional health of your [...]
Rear-facing until 2 years old – Car Seats
Kavita Chauhan-Toronto: Every parent will agree that their child’s safety is the utmost concern, especially in the car! The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children should remain rear-facing until 2 years old [not the current 1 years old] and be in the proper car seat restraint to comply with this recommendation. Dr. Claude Cyr, [...]
Colds + Flu ‘Herbal Rescue’ during pregnancy
Kavita Chauhan: During pregnancy, the immune system is slightly compromised and therefore infections seem easier to catch and colds and flus take longer to get over. At the first sign of illness, simplify your daily activities and get lots of rests. Take a sick day from work if possible and give yourself some TLC. Here [...]
Cold Sucks: Hypothermia + Frostbite
Kavita Chauhan-Toronto: Living in Canada in winter, we should be experts on dressing for the cold. However, we may be unprepared, unaware of weather effects or simply not know first aid for these emergencies. Our bodies work best around 98.6o F / 37.5o C. If temperature drops, we need to be cautious. The ill, the [...]
