Spring Ahead of Allergies
I love spring. Spring means I no longer have to wake up at 5 in...
Why Did I Stay in St. Thomas
Like many who were born in the early 1970s, I had every reason to leave...
A Tale That Helps Us Feel Better
Who doesn’t love a good story? When I was a kid, my parents would tell...
How to Help Young Adults in Your Life
Being a young adult is hard. If you have a young adult in your life...
The Power of a Smile 😊
A smile is one of the simplest tools we carry, yet it holds remarkable power....
Preventing Accidental Poisoning
Responsible use of medication significantly benefits our health and wellbeing. However, if not taken carefully,...
Feathered Friends, Fitter Minds
From a young age, my son (now in university) was fascinated by all wildlife —...
The Wig Showdown: Synthetic versus Human
Curious about the difference between a human hair wig compared to a synthetic wig? Don’t...
Grown-Up, Not Bored-Up: Imagination is the Ultimate Stress Reliever
As we get older, the concept of play feels like nothing more than a distant...
Smile: It’s Good for You!
Close your eyes. Think about the last time someone smiled at you. Did you find...
Two Minutes on Brain Rot
Across Canada, from the lecture halls of the University of Toronto, where my son is...
Running on Empty: What Is Sleepcation?
Whether it’s the demands of parenting, the temptation to binge-watch a new series, or the...
One Size Fits Most, or One Size Fits You? Navigating the Compression Aisle
Curious about how custom compression garments compare to off-the-shelf compression garments? We've compiled some pointers...
Puddles, Paw Prints, and Peace of Mind: The Surprising Perks of Rainy Dog Duty
I love walking my dog, especially in the spring. The weather is warmer, birds are...
Trust Your Gut: The Science Behind That Good Feeling
My Dad used to say, “trust your gut”. Essentially, he meant that we should trust...
