Mom Talk

Episode: 31 How to be an involved Dad and keep a great work and family life balance. Guest(s): Tom Hassan and Sean Lambert Hi Everyone, Today on ParentTalk, Genevieve and Heather are welcoming two Dads, Tom Hassan and Sean Lambert, to talk about being involved Dads and how they try to keep a great work and family life balance. We cover  • What they love about being involved in everyday family life...

Episode: E30- The most common questions and concerns to do with Breastfeeding Guest(s): Agnes Mayer, Registered Nurse and Mama Coach Just in time for World Breastfeeding Week, Genevieve and Heather are welcoming Agnes Mayer, Registered Nurse and Mama Coach, to talk about the most common questions and concerns to do with Breastfeeding.  • Agnes explains the process of Mom and Baby both learning abo...

Episode: No. 29 - How Much is Too Much Screen Time Guest(s):Isabel Sylvestre and Genevieve Hassan. Today Genevieve and Heather are welcoming two Moms, Isabel Sylvestre and Genevieve Hassan to talk about their thoughts on how much is too much screen time.  • We start by going over the guidelines set by the Canadian Paediatric Society.   • We all share how we are currently handling screen time in ou...

Episode: No. 28 - How to Set up Your Family for Financial Success Guest(s):Nesrine Jabbour, Financial Advisor with Pretium Wealth Management. Today Genevieve and Heather are welcoming Nesrine Jabbour, Financial Advisor with Pretium Wealth Management.  • Nesrine talks about where we should start when we’re thinking about family financial planning.  • Nesrine talks about setting up our children for...

Episode: No. 27 - How to handle our Toddler’s Tricky Behaviours Guest(s):Cherrie Tam, Parenting Coach, Author, and Chief Baby Officer at ‘Parenting Littles’ Today Genevieve and Heather are welcoming Cherrie Tam, Parenting Coach, Author, and Chief Baby Officer at ‘Parenting Littles’, to talk about how to handle and what to do with our toddler’s  tricky behaviours.   • Cherrie explains why children...

Episode: No. 26 - How to Navigate Social Media with Your Family Guest(s): Jazzmin Nagy and Amber Carter Today Genevieve and Heather are welcoming fellow Moms, Jazzmin Nagy and Amber Carter, to talk about how to navigate Social Media with your family.  • We talk about making quality posts and thinking about future consequences that certain posts and/or pictures might have.  • Types of photos that a...

Episode: No. 25 - Orthodontic Treatment Guest(s): Dr. Jordan Millar, Orthodontist Today Genevieve and Heather are welcoming Dr. Jordan Millar, Orthodontist, to talk about Orthodontic Treatments for the whole family.   • Dr. Millar informs us on the best time for a child to see an orthodontist.  • She explains what a treatment with a single phase looks like in comparison to a treatment with two pha...

Episode: No. 24 - Treating Stress and Burnout using Natural Medicine. Guest(s): Dr. Kathleen Mahannah,ND  Today Genevieve and Heather are welcoming Dr. Kathleen Mahannah, ND, to talk about Treating Stress and Burnout using Natural Medicine. Dr. Mahannah explains exactly what Stress is and how it affects our body.  She gives us some Simple Tips on how to Reduce and Manage our Stress Levels.  Dr. Ma...

Episode: No. 23 - Children's Ear Infections Guest(s): Dr. Adrian Gooi, MD, & ENT Specialist.  • Today Genevieve and Heather are welcoming Dr. Adrian Gooi, MD, & ENT Specialist, to talk about Children’s Ears Infections.  • Dr Gooi explains the different types of Ear Infections our children may get.  • What are the causes of Ears Infections, treatments options and what could happen if it goes untrea...

Episode: No. 22 - Parenting with PTSD Guest(s): Joyelle Brandt, Co Editor of ‘Parenting with PTSD’. Today Genevieve and Heather are welcoming Joyelle Brandt, Co Editor of ‘Parenting with PTSD’.  • Joyelle describes how to identify if you are possibly suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).  • We talk about why when we become parents, those triggers come up and how is it different for...

Episode: No. 21 - Children's Behavior - Planning and preparing for Toddler-Hood and Beyond Guest(s): Julie Romanowski, Early Childhood Educator and Parenting Coach Today Genevieve and Heather are welcoming Julie Romanowski, Early Childhood Educator and Parenting Coach with “Miss Behaviour - Parenting coach & Consultant Services”  • We will talk about some great ways to manage our toddler’s tantrum...

Episode: No. 20 -  Male Fertility. Guest(s): Dr. Tanner Alden, Naturopathic Doctor Today Genevieve and Heather are welcoming Dr. Tanner Alden, Naturopathic Doctor, to talk about Male Fertility. Alden explains what Infertility is.  What can cause Male Infertility.  What can be wrong with the sperm and how and when it can be tested.  Dr Alden explains the differences between the Naturopathic approac...

Episode: No. 19 -  Potty Training and Constipation Guest(s): Tamarah Nerreter and Laura Patrick Today Genevieve and Heather are welcoming two Physiotherapists, Tamara Nerreter and Laura Patrick, to guide us through the adventure of Toilette Training.   The conversation includes the following topics: Tips on when to start Potty Training.  Tamara explains how to use a Stool Chart. We discuss possibl...

Episode: No. 18 - Alternatives to Commercial Cleaners Guest(s): Heather Beckley & Cheryl Dushop Today Genevieve & Heather are welcoming Moms and Healthy Home Enthusiasts, Cheryl Dushop and Heather Beckley. The conversation includes the following topics:  • Cheryl and Heather will be sharing some great alternatives to chemical and commercial cleaners.  • They will tell us about some great ways to m...

Episode: No. 17 - What is a Midwife   Guest(s): Grace Yun, Registered Midwife Today Genevieve and Heather are welcoming Grace Yun, a Registered Midwife with Greenway Midwifery.  The conversation includes the following topics:  • What is the role of a Midwife and the difference between a Midwife, a Doula, and an Obstetrician.  • How/where can we find a Midwife?  • What should we ask a Midwife befor...

Episode: No. 16 - Family Sleep Challenges Guest(s): Lara Raab, Sleep consultant Today Genevieve and Heather are welcoming Lara Raab, Sleep consultant with “Heavy Eyes, Happy Hearts Sleep Consulting” The conversation includes the following topics:  • Lara goes over the most common sleep challenges.   • She explains what type of sleep consultant we might need for specific ages and concerns.     • Wh...

Episode: No. 15 - Common Children's Skin Rashes Guest(s): Dr. Sarah Walkun, Naturopath Doctor Today Genevieve and Heather are welcoming Dr. Sarah Walkun, Naturopath Doctor. The conversation includes the following topics:  • Common Viral Rashes and Candida.  • Auto-immune Rashes (i.e. Eczema, Psoriasis, Sensitive Skin).  • Food and Drugs Reactions.  • How to test and treat the symptoms. 

Episode: No. 14 - Simple and Easy Organizing Tips for Busy Parents Guest(s): Rowena List - Professional Organizer, Co-Active Coach & Speaker Today Genevieve and Heather are welcoming Rowena List - Professional Organizer. The conversation includes the following topics:  • Some great tips on how to keep our busy households organized. 

Episode: No. 13 - Children’s Concussions and How to Manage Them Guest(s): Julie Paul, BSc (Health Sciences), MScPT Today Genevieve and Heather are welcoming Physiotherapist, Julie Paul, from Kids Physio Group. The conversation will include: Concussions, how to manage them, and possible ways to prevent them.  What exactly is a concussion? If helmets prevent concussions? How to know if your child ha...

Episode: No. 12 - Birth Photography Guest(s): Candice Tizzard    Today Genevieve and Heather are welcoming Candice Tizzard of Stages Doula and Photography to talk about Birth Photography.    The conversation will include:    • We talk about Birth Photography, what it is and what it may include or what a family could expect from the experience.   • Candice talks about all the beautiful first moment...

Episode: No. 11 - Easter Special Guest(s):  Today Genevieve and Heather have recorded an “Eggs-tra” Special episode for Easter!  • They share Easter memories from when they were little and what plans & traditions they willl be doing with their families.  • They’ve got some fun & simple Easter Craft and Baking Ideas.  • They will also chat about how to know when your child is developmentally ready...

Episode: No. 10 - Baby Led Weaning Guest(s): Stephanie Watt and Anna Mewhort. Today Genevieve and Heather are welcoming two local Moms, Stephanie Watt and Anna Mewhort, to talk about their experiences with Baby Led Weaning. The conversation will include:  • Their own personal experiences with BLW.   • Concerns about choking.   • Understanding your baby’s natural gag reflex vs a complete obstructio...

Episode: No. 9 - In vitro fertilization (IVF) Guest(s): Dr. Sonya Kashyap, MD, MSc Epi, FRCSC, FACOG Today Genevieve and Heather are welcoming Dr. Sonya Kashyap Medical director of Genesis Fertility Centre in Vancouver, BC. CANADA The conversation will include:  • What is “In Vitro Fertilization” (IVF) and why people may choose this option.   • Genevieve shares her personal experience with IVF.  •...

  Episode: No. 8 - Gross Motor Skill Development in Children 1-5 years with Physiotherapist Guest(s): Silvana Echeverri, BScKin, MPT from Kids Physio Group and Gymnastics Coach Baback Rowshandeli from Jump Gymnastics. Today Genevieve and Heather are welcoming Physiotherapist, Silvana Echeverri and Gymnastics Coach, Baback Rowshandeli to talk about Gross Motor Skills from 1-5 years. The conversatio...

Episode: No. 7 - Motor Milestones in Children from Birth to 1 Year Guest(s): Kate Heays, MScPT  and Laura Patrick, BHK, MScPT   Today Genevieve and Heather are welcoming Kate Heays and Laura Patrick from Kids Physio Group.   The conversation will include:    • What are Motor Milestones and when should they be achieved.  • Techniques to help your child achieve the milestones.  • The importance of “...