Spill the Wine

On this episode of Spill the Wine, Alex and Ruby discuss what's been going on over the last two months. Bring snacks, it's juicy!

On this episode of Spill the Wine, Alex and Ruby bring you up to speed on what's been going on in their lives (spoiler alert- things have been CRAZY busy)! Hopefully your ADHD brains can follow this wild back-and-forth conversation.

TW - medical/hospital discussion

On this episode of Spill the Wine, Alex shares her crazy, hectic, drugged experience of bringing her son into the world. 

On this episode (that isn't a real episode), Alex lets everyone know that yes, she and Ruby are still around, but life has been busy!
So, in lieu of a regular episode, take some time and check out https://www.internationalwomensday.com and celebrate International Women's Day! 

On this episode of Spill the Wine, Alex went on the road to Rachel's house to do a "Most Likely to" episode. This episode was pre-recorded because, of course, Alex is impatiently waiting for the arrival of her little sidekick!

TW: pregnancy termination, pregnancy loss, medical diagnoses

On this episode of Spill the Wine, Alex recounts (to Rachel) what can only be described as a terrifying whirlwind that was her second trimester. While this episode may be triggering to some, Alex wanted to share what she and her husband went through to remind people that pregnancy isn't all sunshine and roses. 

A huge shoutout as well to the IWK Health Centre and the Fetal Assessment and Treatment Centre for all their hard work, and to the genetics team who helped Alex and her husband navigate those terrifying months.

Happy Freakin' New Year! We're baaaack!

On this episode of Spill the Wine, Alex and Ruby take turns recounting the 2022 year (personal and professional highlights only- we're the celebrities here) and they give a sneak peek at some of the exciting things coming up in 2023.

On this (the second last) episode of Spill the Wine (for the year), Alex and Ruby discuss their one true love: food. Ruby shares some incredible sounding Lebanese food she grew up on while Alex mostly focuses on sweets because, hey, who doesn't love sugar? So sit back, relax, and get hungry!

References
25 Terrifying Short Scary Stories Told in Just Six Words
https://the-line-up.com/short-scary-stories

On this second-attempt recording of Spill the Wine, Alex and Ruby talk all about depression. They discuss the history, common symptoms, and treatment for this mental illness.

DISCLAIMER: Alex and Ruby also would like to point out that they are not medical professionals and that anyone experiencing symptoms should speak to a medical professional.
NS Mental Health & Addictions Crisis Line: 1 (888) 429 8167

Sources:
15 Symptoms of Depression and Anxiety
https://www.betterhelp.com/advice/depression/15-symptoms-of-depression-and-anxiety/?utm_source=AdWords&utm_medium=Search_PPC_c&utm_term=PerformanceMax&utm_content=&network=x&placement=&target=&matchtype=&utm_campaign=17990185911&ad_type=responsive_pmax&adposition=&gclid=Cj0KCQjw94WZBhDtARIsAKxWG-9zBctdh3Oj-8o4oq8ITLwHVy1LLfIrMnWUQz15B4DmXUYKuYb_NrkaAhH0EALw_wcB
Depression
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/9290-depression
WHO: Depression
https://www.who.int/health-topics/depression#tab=tab_1
History of Depression Throughout the Ages
https://localhistories.org/history-of-depression-throughout-the-ages/
The History of Depression: How Depression and Treatments Have Changed Over Time
https://www.betterhelp.com/advice/depression/the-history-of-depression-how-depression-and-treatments-have-changed-over-time/
Depression History
https://pulsetms.com/resources/depression-history/
The History of Depression
https://www.brainsway.com/knowledge-center/the-history-of-depression/
The History of Depression
https://www.verywellmind.com/who-discovered-depression-1066770