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    Stomach Cramps – Understand Them to Treat Them Properly #TargetStomachCramps #Buscopan

    January 12, 2018 - By 

    Stomach cramps can be incredibly painful. As a person with chronic GI issues, I can say without hesitation that one of the most painful things a person can experience is GI tract discomfort including a cramping stomach. I honestly don’t love to talk about the stomach cramping I have here, because it can be that brutal. Often I’d rather deal with the pain and then forget about it. But if we don’t talk about the issue and the causes of stomach cramps, then how does anyone know how to treat stomach cramps? Oh yeah, I am talking about that intense,…

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    What to Expect When You’re Turning 50

    January 11, 2018 - By 

    Turning 50 is a huge milestone birthday. These days it seems like a lot of my friends are turning 50, or getting close. I’m not far off from 50 myself, and this year I have started recognizing this means physical changes. Nothing surprised me so much as when my metabolism changed dramatically at 40. So, since I’m interested in what’s going to start happening to me and what I should do, I figure a lot of other soon-to-be-50 ladies will be interested, as well. What to Expect When You’re Expecting the Big 5-Oh As women age, we experience changes in…

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    What’s Your Word of the Year for 2018?

    January 2, 2018 - By 

    What’s your word of the year? Every year for the last 6 years in a row I have chosen a word or phrase to guide my personal and professional attitude for the year. This has often been a really positive proactive experience for me. The year I chose Grow, I grew. The year I chose productivity I was productive. And so on. My word of the year is my philosophy or vision. I was astonished actually when I went back through my files this week and discovered I have been doing this for longer than I thought. In fact, I…

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    Happy Holidays From Conceivable Dreams Families #IVF4ON

    December 18, 2017 - By 

    Merry Christmas to everyone here who ever struggled with infertility, or knows someone close to them who had difficulty building a family. The holiday season can be challenging for parents in waiting. But, this season we have many reasons to celebrate in Ontario. This year Conceivable Dreams families and infertility patients are celebrating the second anniversary of the Ontario Fertility Program. Last year, our first year of the program seemed like such a monumental occasion. After all, first birthdays are a developmental milestone as any parent knows. But this year, in 2017, on December 21st we mark our second birthday!!…

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    Holiday Snacking the Healthy Way with Slammers Giveaway

    December 15, 2017 - By 

    Holiday snacking is something everyone does. I don’t know about you, but I am stupid busy right now which means my time to prepare nutritious meals and snacks has vanished entirely. The good news though is that healthy snacking doesn’t have to be hard. I’ve found a snack that is perfect for travel, and for busy days running around during the holiday season. Slammers are my go to favourite right now. They are marketed for kids and they are great for in school lunches. But they are also amazing for road trips and holiday travel. This month we received a…

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    Take Care of Yourself, So You Can Take Care of Others

    December 13, 2017 - By 

    From the moment they arrive, your kids become your number-one priority. We all know it, and there’s nothing wrong with that — but it sometimes causes you to neglect yourself. Here’s the thing: Taking a break and treating yourself is absolutely necessary for a healthy body and mind. Moms need to remember to take care of themselves — and yes, sometimes even spoil themselves — so they can properly take care of their children. BOTOX COSMETIC® treatments here in London, Ontario (or another treatment at the medical spa) are sometimes all the R&R you need to look and feel rejuvenated.…

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    How to Be a Fertility Advocate #IVF4BC #WeAre1in6

    December 11, 2017 - By 

    Ready to use your voice? Ready to be a fertility advocate? Are you one of the 1 in 6 in British Columbia struggling to conceive? Do you want to help? Then I have good news for you. The IVF4BC infertility patient advocacy group has some thoughts on how to become a fertility advocate. There’s an art to advocating effectively. Using your voice to build a conversation with politicians and policy makers is the start of the process. But there’s a dramatic difference between jumping on a soapbox to preach or shout at someone, and sharing a story passionately and supporting…

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    Holiday Travel: Keep Health On Track While On the Go

    December 7, 2017 - By 

    The following post is sponsored by Bayer. To make sure these products are right for you, always read and follow the label.  Holiday travel is a great adventure. What’s not to love about getting away from home for a bit? Many years we go away right before Christmas or right after the holidays. Nothing I enjoy more than spending a chunk of Christmas break somewhere warm. Together, as a family, we often take a holiday cruise. But, every time I travel I make sure to do so fully armed with products to keep health on track no matter where we…

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    The Alternative Eco-Gift Guide

    November 30, 2017 - By 

    The Alternative Eco-Gift Guide is here to help you make an impact this season. And to help you think about impactful ways to give while keeping the environment top of mind too. If you know me at all then you know I support many initiatives, charities and causes that make the world a better place, or just try to make it a better place. Not everyone wants or needs a massive expensive Christmas present. Eco-Conscious friends and family members would much rather you gifted something eco-friendly or long-lasting. The Alternative Eco-Gift Guide A lot of people are becoming more aware…

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    Better Sleep This Holiday Season with The Mediflow Floating Comfort Pillow

    November 22, 2017 - By 

    This post may contain affiliate links. Better sleep is my gift to my husband for the holiday season. He has neck and shoulder pain, is a light sleeper and a snorer. For weeks he’s been complaining about our pillows, so I figured it was time to replace a couple of the worn out pillows in our room. Years ago we had a great water pillow but it got misplaced during a move. So, let’s just say it was time for a newer updated pillow. This Christmas, I’m gifting him better sleep with The Mediflow Floating Comfort Pillow. Clinically Proven Better Sleep…