September to December is the season when we are simply doing too much! With that, and the changing weather and light, many families find themselves getting sick. In today’s episode, Jennie continues her discussion about the Season of Indulgence, with a focus on sleep and...
What is UMCKA? Commonly found in the cold and flu section of your favorite health food store (and often in traditional pharmacies), this potent plant is recognized for its anti-infective and antiviral properties. Umcka, or pelargonium sidoides, is also known as the South African geranium. Known For: ...
Do you want your kids to be able to celebrate HALLOWEEN, but don't want to deal with the overwhelm of all the parties, candy and chaos of the season? In today’s episode, Jennie gives families guidance on how to navigate this fun, childhood holiday, so...
Is your teenager struggling with acne? In this episode, Jennie discusses some of the causes of acne in our teens and shares impactful ideas to help them heal and prevent future breakouts. Additional Links for This Week's Episode: Phyla - Live Probiotic Acne Care. https://phyla.com/en-ca/pages/technology Ther-Biotic Complete...
In today's episode, Jennie talks about how to stay as healthy as possible in preparation for the inevitable cold and flu season - or as she calls it: The Season of Indulgence! Tune in to get ideas and tools to help your whole family navigate...
The message of this short but powerful podcast is simple - Parents, Put Your Phones Down! Jennie gives all of us a strong reminder of why it is so important to focus on our children, not our technology, and why we need to set an example...
In this episode, Jennie addresses the all-important issue of sleep. She looks at the key pillars to have in place to help get a child to go to sleep easily, and to help them to sleep through the night. Additional Links for This Week's Episode: Cosleeping: Cultural...
With summer sports starting up here in New York for high school and travel athletes, here is some important information reminding PARENTS AND THEIR ATHLETES to be mindful of the subtle signs of concussions. Concussions in Teen Athletes: What You Need to Know Concussions are brain injuries...
Today Jennie shares the essential things parents need to cover if they are being told their child has an ADD & ADHD diagnosis, or if they are concerned that their child has ADD or ADHD. These basic check points are important before deciding if the...
In today’s episode, Jennie imparts some wise advice about how to welcome a new baby into the family to make the transition easier and sweeter for both the siblings and parents. ...
In this episode, Jennie shares some thoughts on why it is important to try to avoid having a c-section and some key things you can do to set yourself up for a vaginal birth. If you have to have a c-section, Jennie discusses some important...
In this episode, Jennie discusses the important reasons why she never recommends milk for our babies & children. She shares the history and ‘other’ ingredients in milk & gives parents the information they need to educate themselves and family members who insist that milk is...
In today's episode, Jennie helps parents understand some of the possible causes of constipation in babies under 1 year old and shares invaluable ideas for regulating their digestive system to function optimally. Additional links for this week’s episode: The Simply Pediatrics Podcast Episode - Milk https://youtu.be/k0Gzgi8y8rw?si=uJ5BHLVJS4mA_Q0Z The Simply Pediatrics...
In today's episode, Jennie teaches listeners about the basics of cough in our children. She covers the different varieties of cough, what they mean, and she shares insightful ideas, useful tools and powerful remedies for families to heal them. Additional links for this week’s episode: Home Remedies...
One evening, a teacher was reviewing her students’ journals while her husband sat nearby, completely absorbed in his phone. He was scrolling, tapping, laughing — lost in his screen. She made her way through each notebook until she reached the last one… and suddenly, her hands...
GingerGinger is a natural remedy that helps with nausea and upset stomach. It's best given as a tea or liquid extract (tincture), especially when blended with other soothing herbs like fennel and peppermint. FennelFennel helps ease gas, cramping, and bloating by relaxing the digestive muscles. It...