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Family Matters episodes
- The dangers of baby Advil and trampolinesOn this week's episode of Family Matters, Laurel Gregory and Christine Meadows speak with Becky Atkinson, a mom out with a warning for other parents about baby Advil as well as Dr. Michael Rieder who is studying the affects of Advil's main ingredient - Ibuprofen.Also, Alberta Health Services is speaking out about the dangers of trampolines. Dr. Richard Stanwick is the chair of the Canadian Pediatric Society's injury prevention committee, he weighs in on these popular backyard additions.12 min
- JULY 22/23 - Segment 2 - Do you and your children know what to do if there's a fire in your home?
Laurel Gregory and Christine Meadows speak to Joanne Held, a fire chief from Malakwa, B.C.
6 min - JULY 22/23 - Segment 1 - The dangers of baby Advil and trampolines
Laurel Gregory and Christine Meadows speak with Becky Atkinson, a mom out with a warning for other parents about baby Advil as well as Dr. Michael Rieder who is studying the affects of Advil's main ingredient - Ibuprofen.
Also, Alberta Health Services is speaking out about the dangers of trampolines. Dr. Richard Stanwick is the chair of the Canadian Pediatric Society's injury prevention committee, he weighs in on these popular backyard additions.
12 min - When should your child start using antiperspirant?In part 2 of this week's episode of Family Matters, Laurel Gregory and Christine Meadows speak to Dr. Elizabeth Cummings, the head of pediatric endocrinology in Halifax.5 min
- Diaper-free babies: how parents are doing itOn this week's episode of Family Matters, Laurel Gregory and Christine Meadows speak with Kelsey and Johnathan Seib, parents who are using the "elimination communication method," when it comes to their son Jetlan. He has been using a potty since he was six months old. Also featured are Dr. Rosemary She and Dr. Jeffrey Bender, pediatritions who have also used the method.14 min
- July 15/16 - Segment 2 - When should your child start using antiperspirant?
Laurel Gregory and Christine Meadows speak to Dr. Elizabeth Cummings, the head of pediatric endocrinology in Halifax.
5 min - July 15/16 - Segment 1 - Diaper-free babies: how parents are doing it
Laurel Gregory and Christine Meadows speak with Kelsey and Johnathan Seib, parents who are using the "elimination communication method," when it comes to their son Jetlan. He has been using a potty since he was six months old. Also featured are Dr. Rosemary She and Dr. Jeffrey Bender, pediatritions who have also used the method.
14 min - Should you give your kids a popular nameIn part 2 of this week's episode of Family Matters, Laurel Gregory and Christine Meadows talk to baby name author Laura Wattenberg about whether you should worry about giving your kids popular names.6 min
- Bringing back boredomOn this week's episode of Family Matters, Laurel Gregory and Christine Meadows speak with Dr. Phil McRae, the researcher behind the "Growing Up Digital Project," and parenting coach Amy Hertzberg.13 min
- July 8/9 - Segment 1 - Bringing back boredom
Laurel Gregory and Christine Meadows speak with Dr. Phil McRae, the researcher behind the "Growing Up Digital Project," and parenting coach Amy Hertzberg.
13 min
About Family Matters
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Family Matters is a conversation sparked by parents, for parents, where we explore the issues that matter to you and navigate the challenges we all face. We are not experts but rather every day moms learning by trial and error. Our biggest hope for is that you walk away feeling a little more informed and above all – understood…like we get you because we’re in it too.
Host Laurel Gregory is an award-winning journalist who has worked in Canadian media for 16 years. The mother of two co-created Family Matters in 2016 in order to create a reliable source of information to both educate and entertain parents. She secretly envies parents who raised children prior to the information age and is confident that – big or small - a walk in the woods and a good night’s sleep cures all.
Producer Christine Meadows has been with Global Edmonton for a decade, minus the 2 years spent on maternity leave with her boys. She is constantly navigating balance in her life as a working mom who loves her boys but also loves her “me time”. She fears screen time is going to be her biggest life regret and is still trying to ditch social media after-hours to be more present