7 Ways to Keep Kids Healthy this Winter
It looks as though winter is here to stay and with that we know runny noses, coughs, and congestion are just around the corner. In this...
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Dupont Naturopathic Family Centre Blog
Dupont Naturopathic
- Apr 20, 2022
- 2 min
Do you know how the Lymphatic System works?
The lymphatic system is a part of the circulatory system and a crucial part of the immune system. It consists of glands, lymph nodes, the...
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Dupont Naturopathic
- Feb 24, 2022
- 2 min
The Power of Oxytocin
I often say that breastfeeding saved me when I became a new mom. I was crying, anxious and worried about everything. Breastfeeding did...
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Dupont Naturopathic
- Feb 15, 2022
- 2 min
Beyond Beautiful Birth with Dr. Dori
Do you love podcasts? Haven't really gotten into them yet? Have any favourites? We'd love to hear! We are very excited about the release...
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Dupont Naturopathic
- Jan 18, 2022
- 1 min
Warming Winter Soup
Sautee 1 onion, 1 crushed garlic clove, 1 inch piece of grated ginger and 2 inch piece of turmeric (or 2 teaspoons of turmeric powder)...
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Dupont Naturopathic
- Dec 1, 2021
- 2 min
Acupuncture Rocks!!!
by Dr. Dori Skye Engel, ND + Birth Doula Acupuncture is part of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), an ancient practice aimed at...
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Dupont Naturopathic
- Nov 29, 2021
- 2 min
How do I know if my baby is getting enough?
The most common question I get when I support new breastfeeding parents is ‘How do I know my baby is getting enough?’. This is especially...
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Dupont Naturopathic
- Nov 12, 2021
- 2 min
Keep Calm and Carry On: The Naturopathic Approach to Anxiety
What ailment could a toddler, a high schooler, a new parent, a baby boomer, and Spot the dog, experience alike? Anxiety is one of the...
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Dupont Naturopathic
- Nov 3, 2021
- 1 min
What is Cupping and why it's Beneficial
Cupping therapy is an ancient form of alternative medicine in which a therapist places special cups on the skin to create suction....
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Dupont Naturopathic
- Oct 22, 2021
- 2 min
Why Babies and Mommies Love Being Side Lying
If your postpartum experience is anything like mine was, being horizontal at any point in the day is amazing. But with a newborn in tow,...
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Dupont Naturopathic
- Sep 22, 2021
- 3 min
Coffee and Pregnancy
Coffee - for some the word alone conjures up memories of jitters, anxiety, palpitations and insomnia. For others, it can be described as...
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Dupont Naturopathic
- Sep 15, 2021
- 2 min
To Shield or not to Shield
Nipple shields are one of the most common breastfeeding tools that I see in my practice. These thin, flexible, silicone devices are often...
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Dupont Naturopathic
- Sep 3, 2021
- 4 min
Operation: Nervous System Repair
I don’t know about you, but this was an especially unique summer for me. From the fatigue of crossing the finish line of a hairy academic...
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Dupont Naturopathic
- Aug 16, 2021
- 2 min
Acupuncture Electrical Stimulation Therapy
New Clinic Toy Alert! You know we love acupuncture - relaxing, empowering, pain relieving, cycle regulating, fertility supporting,...
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Dupont Naturopathic
- Aug 6, 2021
- 2 min
Sleep...how sweet it is!
As most new parents recognize, sleep deprivation is part of life with a newborn. Whilst most adults function according to their...
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Dupont Naturopathic
- Jul 8, 2021
- 3 min
Nausea of Pregnancy
Nausea of pregnancy can look very different for each individual. It varies from mild to severe, lasting from a few weeks to months,...
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Dupont Naturopathic
- Jun 15, 2021
- 3 min
Breastfeeding after a Caesarian Birth
Our bodies are designed to birth and breastfeed our babies. This is what I learned as I prepped for the birth of my first. The natural...
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Dupont Naturopathic
- Jun 11, 2021
- 3 min
The Pre-trimester of Pregnancy
I bet you are thinking: I’ve never heard of a pre-trimester… Well, it exists, and don’t worry, you are not alone, it often goes unnoticed...
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Dupont Naturopathic
- Apr 26, 2021
- 2 min
Pacifiers and Breastfeeding: Can they co-exist?
Using a pacifier or soother is often thought to be a normal part of a newborn’s experience. Whether given to soothe, put the baby to...
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Dupont Naturopathic
- Mar 30, 2021
- 3 min
A Healthier Flow
Contrary to popular belief your menstrual cycle is not there to piss you off, stop you from doing things you want to do or embarrass you....
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