Are you considering a home birth? Many women are more comfortable with their friends and family surrounding them in their own home environment and women’s comfort can make a big impact on her labour. Wondering what goes into planning a home birth, and what do you do when you’re met with opposition from people in your life? I got the chance to interview a few Ottawa moms and here is what they each had to say about their home birth experience. Tell us a bit about yourself. Gillian: I am 29 years ... View Post
Tandem Nursing
Nursing a baby can be one of the many joys of motherhood, and many mothers would agree it is difficult, requires support, perseverance and devotion. Tandem nursing (breastfeeding more than one baby, toddler or child) requires these fundamentals times two. It entails dedication and determination on a daily, even an hourly, basis. I got the chance to interview a few Ottawa moms and here is what they each had to say about tandem nursing. Tell us a bit about yourself. Phyllis: I'm currently ... View Post
Prenatal Yoga Poses | Adho Mukha Savasana | Downward Facing Dog
Downward facing dog (adho mukha savasana) is a resting pose for breathing. This pose lengthens the spine and stretches the backs of the legs. Since the heart is below the belly in this pose, it is frequently referred to as an inversion, which means it is only recommended for pregnant women for short periods of time. Asana (Sanskrit) Adho Mukha Savasana Posture (English) Downward Facing ... View Post
Spring Clean Your Family’s Sleep
By: Liane Mamo, Certified Child Sleep Consultant (Good Night Sleep Site Ottawa) A well-rested family can go a long way in creating an overall healthy, happy family unit. No matter what age your kids are, sleep is essential to their growth and development, immune system, behaviour and more. As adults, sleep is also just as important but always the first to get overlooked. That’s right parents, I’m looking at you. I always encourage parents to stop and take an overall sleep audit of your ... View Post
Quick Exercises for the Busy Parent
It can be hard to get a workout in when you’re a parent. With small children around your needs tend to take a back seat. You might be lucky enough to get a workout in at home or at the park, but it will more than likely come with many interruptions for juice, milk, snacks or diaper changes. It can get discouraging and most parents would just give up attempting to get any workout in with their little one(s) around. Working out releases endorphins which make you feel great, it can give you a huge ... View Post
Hannah Chelsea, The Baby Maven interviews Amanda
Amanda, Little Lotus Yoga Founder & President, did an interview with Hannah Chelsea, The Baby Maven, and shares information on how new moms can fit wellness and fitness into their busy lives as well as why community is so important during pregnancy / new parenthood! [youtube width="750" height="500"]https://youtu.be/S5_fFTNrckE[/youtube] ... View Post
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