Now is a great time to focus on getting your legs clear for Summer! Small, unsightly, spidery blue leg veins respond well to treatment in experienced hands. Laser therapy can be used, but can be painful and expensive, and also less effective than sclerotherapy. With sclerotherapy a very fine, barely felt needle introduces a sterile non-allergic blend of saline, and dextrose into these tiny blue veins. This irritates the vein lining, causing it to swell and reroute blood through healthier veins. Typically spider veins respond in 3-4 weeks. Warmer weather is on the horizon, so now is the best time to act!

Dr. Julian A Hancock, Dermatologist, FairfieldSkinClinic.com

Mother’s Day comes only once a year so show your mom (or the mother of your children) how grateful you are that she is in your life. Chocolates, flowers and brunch are conventional ways to celebrate the day.  This year – why not try something different? What mother would not love to receive something EXTRA – SPECIAL –  luxurious skincare products that hydrate, nourish and pamper her skin.  Look for natural, handcrafted skin products made with the purest organic essential oils, without harmful chemicals or allergens. That SPECIAL WOMAN in your life deserves them.

Feisty Ferdy Organic Skin Care, FeistyFerdy.ca

Spring is here and love is in the air! Did you know hyperbaric oxygen therapy can improve sexual performance and fertility in both men and women? Studies have shown that HBOT can improve testosterone levels and help treat erectile dysfunction. It also improves the motility, strength and volume of sperm. For women it can help to balance hormones, uterine health and has even shown to improve odds of conception. Not only can it help get you in the mood but can help performance and enjoyment as well. Sexual health is an important part of our lives and at Oceanside Hyperbaric we recognize a holistic approach to health and wellness.

Don Vergara, RN., Oceanside Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, OceansideHyperbaric.ca

In the waiting room of my music therapy office I have a small wooden stand with hanging chimes easily accessible; In bold colours are the words, “Please Touch”. When young clients come in with their parents, they expect NOT to be able to touch something like that – but I believe music should be explored. I am always happy to encourage this, because within moments beautiful tones are chiming through the office. This experience in the waiting room is a gentle invitation to play and gives the client a taste of what is to come in their session.

Nejama Ferstman, Certified Music Therapist, ShiriMySong.ca

April is truly spring. Our senses peak to the scent of flowers, vivid colours, and sounds of birds. This is a perfect time to multiply the effects everywhere within our body, especially with exercise and nutrition. You feel like walking and running outdoors and just the look of fresh spring vegetables will have them home and on your plate before you know it. It is so important to glorify the positives around and within you. Breathe it in and hold it in your memories for future use. People sometimes say, “Nothing makes me happy.” Spring is your chance to discover natural happiness; start your inventory of happy this month.

Barbara Gilmore, BGilmoreCounselling.com

Are you struggling with your child? Is your child defiant, moody or grappling with anxiety?  Imagine acquiring the tools needed to support you with your child.  And imagine your child engaging with paint, puppets or the drum. The expressive therapies offer a safe and supportive setting for children to explore and transform their inner world through the arts and play. Give your family an opportunity to strengthen relationships and to create a sense of peace in your world at home today. Reaching out to a professional can be the first step in bringing some ease into your life with your child.

Sophie von Herrmann, B.Ed. M.A., VictoriaExpressiveTherapies.ca