As part of our new Friday Entrepreneurial Feature I would like to introduce Anna Ekstrandh from Outstride. Anna is a leading fitness professional in the world of nordic walking. I highly recommend you check out one of Anna's classes in the Ottawa area. Read on to learn about the benefits of nordic walking and how using a simple piece of equipment such as poles can increase your workout efficiency. Have you also noticed more and more people around the city walking with poles? Are you ... View Post
The Lorax
I regularly incorporate books into our Little Lotus preschool & school age classes. It is a wonderful way to share powerful messages in a fun way that captures the attention of all. I am absolutely in love with the book The Lorax by Dr. Seuss. First published in the early 1970's I find most parents of my students are familiar with this book and some families already have it in their repertoire of reading. If this book is not a part of your current family library I highly recommend that you ... View Post
Stretch, Release & Relieve Muscle Tension With Your Baby
Check out our blog post for Best Tools For School for the busy mom & baby, looking for serenity, calmness & revitilization :) Take 5 minutes out of your day today to enjoy some yoga with your babe! ... View Post
It “Otay”, Just Relax, I start again next week
I shared this post a while ago on my other blog site and as I start my mat leave and will no longer be sharing everyday with this little cutie as his caregiver I thought it was appropriate to share again... This is what child #2 said to me this week as we have been working on toilet training and he has continued to have "accident" after "accident" of bowel movements. He is trying so hard and is only 2 and seems to be well on his way. He is eager to do it but gets too busy playing and then ... View Post
Yummy Clothing
As a busy mom you spend most of your day working, caring for your children, preparing meals, doing laundry, organizing playdates and activities, along with a hundred other small details which must be carried through to make sure your day is as smooth as possible. But do you feel comfortable, chic and yummy in the clothes you are wearing throughout the day? As a busy caregiver to two young, vibrant and busy children and a yoga and wellness instructor I know the importance of purchasing clothes ... View Post
Yoga Kids Silly to Calm
Get up and get moving with your little yogi this afternoon! Looking to add a dvd to your collection, or trying to find a fun gift for a birthday present? Check out Marsha Wenig's Yoga Kids series. Here is a demo for you to try out! Have fun :) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1X8M-3OQU8k Namaste ~A ... View Post
