Posts by Flourish Online

The snow is finally threatening to melt and cabin fever is reaching its peak.  We can all breathe a sigh of relief that we can finally get the kids outdoors without the hassle of extra sweaters, snowsuits, boots, mittens, hats and scarves.   If you are noticing that your child seems to be getting a cold…

There can be nothing scarier to witness than if your little one has a febrile seizure. These seizures can happen during a fever when your child’s body temperature rises rapidly. Don’t worry though, once their temperature reaches a high point and stays there, the chance of another seizure is very unlikely.  A seizure is likely…

Fevers are a common symptom in children and can be caused by a variety of illnesses, both minor and serious. While they can be concerning for parents, fevers are actually the body’s healthy response to fighting off infections. So, what exactly is a fever?  A fever is simply an elevated body temperature. The average normal…

A question I often hear is “Should I be taking a daily multivitamin?”  The answer to this question is an emphatic “maybe”.  With so much controversy surrounding our nutritional status due to poor diet or depleted soils leading to lower mineral levels in food, it is understandable why many people believe the only way to…

Ahhhh, the fresh scent of laundry wafting from the outdoor vent.  What a simple and pure moment.  Or is it?  Do you know what’s in your dryer sheets?  I first became suspicious of these seemingly innocuous household products when a friend of mine excitedly informed me of how she used Bounce sheets to get rid…

Health Canada banned regular cough and cold meds for kids under 6 back in 2008 due to insufficient proof they worked, and too many reports of bad side effects.  This left a lot of parents feeling helpless during our long cold and cough season.  But don’t worry, there’s still lots you can do to help…