Calcium is an important mineral, especially for pregnant women. In North America, we often think calcium is synonymous with dairy. We’re encouraged to drink 3-4 glasses of milk each day during pregnancy to get our needed amounts. However, if you are someone who is sensitive to dairy, this recommendation may leave you feeling not only unwell but also unsure of what you need to eat to meet the daily recommendations. And as any woman who is or has been pregnant knows, the last thing you need is one ... View Post
You don’t have to know every yoga posture and be able to do it perfectly!
Know why? What is a “perfect” yoga posture anyways? The perfect yoga postures are what feel best for each person’s individual mind, body and spirit. Don’t let yourself get hung up on what you see on the latest fitness or yoga magazine. It is not about the image. It is about the feeling. Don’t know the difference between cat and cow? Don’t worry! You will learn that in your training! I don’t have a 200-hour teaching certification! You don’t have to have one! A 200-hour teacher ... View Post
Do You Need To Do A Detox?
It seems like lately you can’t even scroll through your Facebook feed without seeing a post about detox. What is all the hype about detox? Is it just the latest fad? Is a detox something you could benefit from? What the heck is a detox? I will answer these questions and many more in today’s post. What The Heck Is A Detox? The term detox has taken on many meanings in recent years. By principle, a detox is when you eliminate a certain group of foods from your diet for a specified period of ... View Post
Summer Escape to Fairmont Château Montebello
We finally took time to escape as a family for a few days of relaxation as our summer has been very busy with the sale of our home and upcoming move. We decided to stay local and share the magical Fairmont Château Montebello together, making memories and enjoying time as a family. My husband and I had been to Château Montebello before having our children and still talk about the time we spent there together! I had heard that it was magical in the summer and let me tell you - it was! We headed ... View Post
JK’ers to Graders: Back to School Sleep Tips for the Entire Family
By: Liane Mamo, Certified Child Sleep Consultant (Good Night Sleep Site Ottawa) It’s that time of the year again parents - back to school! You’re either looking at your littles in disbelief that they are starting school, or the school year can’t come soon enough! Either way, back to school can be tough on your child when it comes to being and feeling rested those first few weeks or months. Whether starting JK or any grade, look to implement these sleep tips to keep your child rested going ... View Post
Nutrition and Pregnancy
You’ve peed on the stick… waited the agonizing 2 minutes… and holy heck you’re pregnant! Suddenly the take-out pizza on its way to your house for dinner seems woefully inadequate because you’re growing a tiny human now! For the record, I think pizza is awesome. But if you’re pregnant, you might want to add a side salad and some other green things to your plate… and keep the following 6 tips in mind to help your body (and growing babe) have the easiest (and best) pregnancy possible! Eat some ... View Post
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