Deep Breath, or Balloon Breathing, brings relaxation to the mind and the body. It is a great way to feel calm, reduce anxiety and nourish the mind, body and soul. Instructions In a comfortable seated position, rest your eyes closed, and inhale steadily through the nose. Feel your entire body fill with the breath. As you inhale keep your shoulders relaxed and down. Pause and then slowly exhale through the nose visualizing all the breath leaving the body. Here are some activities ... View Post
Feather Meditation for Children
When we begin to teach children how to meditate we first start with getting them to focus on an object and to slowly start to focus solely on that object. It can be a challenge to withdraw their attention and focus from other things surrounding them. Fidgeting and squirming is normal as they slowly begin to not pay attention to what the child is doing next to them, what toys are on the floor around them and watching what their peers are doing. Give each child a feather and let them sit ... View Post
Prenatal Yoga Poses | Dandasana | Staff Pose
Asana (Sanskrit) Dandasana Posture (English) Staff Pose Description / Explanation From a seated position lengthen both legs Bring the legs slightly apart if needed depending on the size of the mama's belly Encourage the knees and feet to face up Flex the feet, pressing through the heels as the toes face up Place hands onto the floor beside the hips Keep spine lengthened, chest open and shoulders ... View Post
Extraordinary Baby Shoppe- Friday Feature!
The Extraordinary Baby Shoppe was the first speciality baby store that I ever shopped at in Ottawa and from that day on I have been a loyal customer. It is a fantastic store that is owned by a lovely lady named Susie Pearson. Susie and her staff continue to make their customers feel welcomed each and every visit. Whether you are just browsing and checking out their selection in the funky neighbourhood of Hintonburg, or are on a mission to purchase cloth diapers, looking for a new baby ... View Post
Alternate Nostril Breathing
Nadi Shodhana, better known as Alternate Nostril Breath, balances the right and left hemispheres of the brain. The next time you or your littles are feeling a little frazzled and looking to focus, feel more balanced and calm try this technique out! Using the right hand close the right nostril. Inhale through the left nostril. Release the right nostril, close off the left nostril and exhale through the right. Inhale through the right nostril. Close the right nostril, open the left and exhale ... View Post
Bhramari Pranayama | Bumble Bee Breath
Bhramari, Bumble Bee Breath, creates a bee-like sound. The breath traditionally makes a buzzing sound on the inhale and exhale, but, as the inhale can be quite challenging, many just create the sound on the exhale. This breath releases tension, helps reduce insomnia, and can strengthen the voice and throat. Instructions Sitting comfortably, inhale slowly, pause and then as you exhale create an “eeeeeee” sound. Try to keep the sound steady as you exhale. Here are some activities you can ... View Post
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