Tag: family

Postnatal depression

Postnatal depression – PND

Written by Dr. Joseph Sgroi What is it? Postnatal depression affects approximately 1 in 7 women and develops between a month and a year after a baby is born. It is different from the baby blues, which up to 80% of women may experience. The ‘baby blues’ is a set of feelings that can occur between day three and ten…

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FAD

FAD… Frequently Altering Disease

Written by Connie Rogers If you want to join another FAD diet here’s what you need to consider. There is a myth that we need to eat less and exercise more in order to lose weight. But successful weight loss entails lessening toxic exposures in the foods we choose to eat. Why?  It’s our gut microbiota that we need to tune into (before any…

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Sick-Proofing your family begins in their gut!

Written by Connie Rogers What do you think about when you’re sick? Usually, I find most just want a cough syrup, pill, or antibiotic to fix it! We all just want to feel better faster. But, is this way of thinking a lasting solution? The answer to wellness lies in our home. It’s about eating plenty of healthy foods, drinking…

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Mumpreneur: A True Definition

Mumpreneur: A True Definition

Shapeshifting from Business Woman to Mum Written by Julia Christie I seem to be facing new challenges each and every day, but one recurring hurdle is that of work/life balance. Just when I find myself in the right mindset and settle down in my workspace, I think to myself I should be spending time with my children, cuddling and reading…

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How To Keep Your

How To Keep Your Online Business Working

While You Work Out With The Family Written by Jessa Lewis Running an online business and brand can sometimes feel like an impossible task when you’re also trying to raise a family and juggle a household. However, more and more parents and caregivers are taking advantage of this golden age of the internet and are choosing to start their own…

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Simple Ways To Get Tech Savvy

And Find Your Families Perfect Outdoors Adventure Get Tech Savvy Written by Victoria Radford Getting outside with the kids can often be a challenge. Finding time to do things is only part of the puzzle to getting about and about. Our new world full of technological advancements can often work against us too. On the flip side though, we now…

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Lower Back Pain & Osteopathy

Written by Osteopathy Australia Lower back pain is one of the most common complaints seen by a GP or healthcare professional. It is estimated that over 80% of Australians will experience lower back pain at some point in their lives. Lower back pain may be acute (new pain) or chronic (longstanding pain), and it can range from mild and annoying…

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Maximise Your Child’s Talents

Written by Dr. James Zois Ever noticed how easily some people can learn new skills? I’m sure you’ve heard the expression “he’s just a natural.” But perhaps the answer is not as simple as you think. Perhaps it has more to do with the type of learner you are and less to do with “your natural ability.” Let me explain…

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How to keep fit with Nature

and why it’s easier than you think! Written by Mituri Pradip Sharma Nature is such a buzzword at the moment. And for good reason too. Though humans may just be getting back into their natural groove, if there’s one thing that’s been constant throughout the ages, it’s Mother Nature. Even if we’re just catching onto the next big Natural fad,…

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Natural Remedies

Written by Connie Rogers Do You Suffer With Low Energy or Burnout? Stimulants are attractive if we think they’re providing temporary energy. Sadly, they are not. Energy drinks can be filled with toxic chemicals, dyes, and fluoride. Additionally, plastic containers containing BPA’s can be leaching into your beverages causing fatigue. What you can do. Drink pure, clean filtered water from…

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Proven ways to perk up your posture

…… and prevent those pesky pains Written by Cherie Rivas Do you remember way back when you were a kid and your parents and/or grandparents were constantly reminding you: “sit up straight”…. “don’t slouch in your chair”….  “chest out, shoulders back”…? Do you ever feel any physical sensations, (now that you’re an adult), like an aching back…. tension in your…

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Date Fudge Cookies

Date Fudge Cookies Written by Kevin Kapusi Starow These tasty little cookies, the date fudge cookies, are simple to make and packed full of goodness. You will notice there is no added sugar, as there is enough in the dates, which are naturally packed full of sweetness. The macadamia nuts add the body and the cocoa, or chocolate if you…

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Za’atar

As a spice combination, Za’atar is a clear winner, originating from Middle Eastern cuisine. It certainly sets a strong foundation for a memorable meal. Through the simple combination of select herbs and spices including the iconic sumac. which together provide a uniquely Middle Eastern experience. Za’atar can be used on everything from bread, to chicken, meats or seafood, the combinations…

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Sumac & Berry Smash

Sumac & Berry Smash Written by Kevin Kapusi Starow One of my favourite types of fruit is berries, especially when they are in season, not like the strawberries which are available year round. They seldom need much to accompany them, though from time to time a little help helps to enhance their impact.\ such as in this recipe for Sumac…

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Spiced Sumac Chicken

If you are a chicken lover and are not averse to spice, and I am not talking about chilli spice, but the more general spices. Then this is the recipe for you, Spiced Sumac Chicken is a combination of spices including sumac and paprika, that when combined. Help to create an amazing flavour experience, the family will love, with its…

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