When baby #2 doesn’t happen as quickly as baby #1, parents often have a lot of questions. Why is this happening now? What is wrong with my body? Can everyone stop asking me when we’re having a second child?!!?

Last week I had the pleasure of writing a guest post for the incredible team at Helping Hands Doula. Kristi and Jessica are an essential part of any birth plan and I highly recommend their services without hesitation. Secondary infertility is something we both see all too often, and they reached out to get […]

In case you haven’t noticed, I love talk about healthy hormones, babies and everything fertility. That’s why I’ve put together an epic lineup of four amazing talks happening this August, check out my latest blog post to get the details and reserve your spot now!

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It has been a hot one here in Toronto!

Now that it’s officially summer, keeping your little ones safe in the sun is of upmost importance. Join me Friday July 13th at 11am when I discuss how to stay safe in the sun.

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A recent study was published claiming that gluten sensitivity doens’t exist. Not surprising,  I received several requests from friends and patients asking me to comment on the findings. This blog article is not about debunking the study. I simply wish to educate people about this health issue and what the results actually mean.

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A recent study brings into question the safety of paracetamol (Tylenol) and ibuprofen (Advil) during pregnancy. Researchers at the University of Edinburgh exposed fetal ovaries and testes to paracetamol (Tylenol) and ibuprofen (Advil) for 7 days inside a lab.

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Yeast infections……never a fun time. It is estimated that 75% of women will have at least one yeast infection during her lifetime.¹ Even more fun, approximately one in six women suffer from “recurrent vulvovaginal candidiasis”, meaning they have more than 4 yeast infections per year!¹

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Aren’t you glad you’re no longer a teenager? High school was tough. I have no desire to go back there and neither does your skin. But sometimes you feel like your 25 going on 15 if you’re struggling with acne all over again.

While the bacteria Propionibacterium acnes (P. Acnes) and inflammation are the two main causes of acne, hormone imbalances are also a major trigger. In my clinical experience, acne is often caused by a combination of hormonal dysregulation, food sensitivities, inflammation and gut dysbiosis. It is my job as a Naturopathic Doctor to treat the root cause of your acne for […]

I’m a sucker for a good banana bread, but it’s been a journey finding one that suits my dietary needs and also tastes good. After lots of trial and error, I finally perfected my favourite recipe! The recipe is below, but first a funny story about the Instagram photo that blew up my phone.

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This past weekend while on vacation in Halifax, I was tasked with making a dessert that would be safe for celiac disease and contain no dairy. These healthy Paleo Raw ‘Oreos’ are gluten- and dairy-free, and don’t require you to turn the oven on.

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Picture this, you’re running from a bear. In order for you to run faster and get away, your body releases a of surge of cortisol and adrenaline. During this ‘fight or flight’ response, cortisol helps raise our blood pressure, increase blood flow to our muscles, reduce inflammation and heighten mental focus. However, this comes at a cost of suppressing other bodily functions including our immune, digestive and reproductive system. This is referred to as the The Alarm Stage.

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If you search ‘why am I not getting pregnant’, Dr. Google leads you down a rabbit hole of contradicting and confusing information. This can result in additional, unnecessary anxiety for anyone who is already super stressed about trying to make a baby. As a Naturopathic Doctor with a strong focus in fertility, I am constantly sifting through the latest research in order to provide my patients with the best possible care. Here are the top five fats I find that many medical doctors don’t tell their patients, but […]

This Valentine’s Day, I’m pushing you to think outside the chocolate box. Forget the tacky gifts, the overpriced heart-shaped boxes, and crowded restaurants. This Valentine’s Day, focus on you, your health, and what matters most….the ones you love in your life.

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As a Naturopathic Doctor who focuses on women’s health, one of the most common questions I’m asked is “so, is birth control really that bad for me?” The answer, like most medical questions, is ‘it depends’.

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Time and time again I hear people say “I want to eat healthily, but it’s too expensive”. Especially during the holiday season, it’s easy to let your health take the back burner when parties, gifts, work deadlines and holiday expenses begin to pile up.

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