Although everyone is anxious for Spring, you likely won’t be sending the kids outdoors with their sidewalk chalk and skipping ropes for a few weeks yet. Thankfully, we’ve pulled together five ideas for keeping your Little Ones entertained indoors to get you through the rest of winter. The following activities could easily last for hours and, once you get the ball rolling, should only require your participation here-and-there throughout the day! Around The World Write the names of 10-15 countries onto Popsicle sticks and store them in a decorated jar (be sure to include destinations your ..read more

Written by Yoga Mamas Psychotherapist, Jaime Robson Are you looking to build a secure attachment with your baby? It's essential to know that building a secure attachment is not as complicated as it may seem, and you don't have to be a perfect parent to do it! In this blog, Yoga Mamas Psychotherapist, Jaime Robson will explore what secure attachment is, how it can benefit your child's development and practical ways to build it.    Attachment Theory first surfaced in the 1960s and 70s by psychoanalyst John Bowlby. Rooted in safety and security, secure attachment enables the developmen ..read more

Vera is a part of Yoga Mamas Doula team. She is an experienced and compassionate Toronto birth and postpartum doula who is passionate about providing a strong foundation of love for future humans. As a mother to two independent and creative teenagers, Vera has called Toronto home for her entire life and has attended births in other cities when opportunities arise. ​ Vera's Doula Style & Experience As a Toronto doula, Vera provides comprehensive childbirth and lactation education, encouraging baby-wearing and enviro-parenting lifestyles. Her goal is to ensure that parents have the knowledg ..read more

Finally, the 2nd Trimester! By now many of your friends and family are wise to your ‘good news’, and you can sigh a breath of relief knowing that your coworkers are no longer speculating on your frequent bathroom breaks (or constant snacking). Although your body continues to stretch and grow as baby develops, many women experience a renewed sense of energy in their 2nd trimester –Hooray! Time to harness that chutzpah and roll out your mat. Today we’re sharing six yoga poses, which are ideal for women in your 2nd trimester. You can also check out our post featuring poses for your 1st trimeste ..read more

They say the first time you’ll ever experience truly selfless love is when you become a Mama; from the day you channel loving intentions to your baby bump, to the many ways you change your lifestyle in order to care for your child. No one can deny that motherhood is next-level when it comes to expressions of love. And although endless cuddles are all it takes to convince babe that they are loved beyond all else, you may be searching for creative ways to show your affection as your little one gets older. We all dread the day our public profession of love will be met with rolling eyes at the s ..read more

When we think of nurturing healthy habits within our homes, we often focus on our physical wellbeing; getting enough exercise, and brushing our teeth twice a day for example. But what about our family’s mental wellbeing? Today we’re sharing tips on how to foster healthy mental and emotional habits—a commitment that contributes to household happiness in a big way.  Listen To Your Body Whether eating a meal, working out, or contemplating an afternoon nap, it’s important to understand what your body is telling you it needs. When it comes to our kids, the ability to listen to their bodies c ..read more

The holidays are a wonderful time where we get to see family we haven't seen in awhile, eat some of our favourite foods and show gratitude for those we love! With that said, it can also be somewhat stressful trying to juggle activities and follow traditions. It is therefore important that we create a plan of action now so that we can ensure we are able to stay present and enjoy all of the wonderful things that come with the holiday season. Here are 5 things you can do to ensure you are happy and healthy this holiday season: 1. Set An Intention Setting an intention is a powerful tool in help ..read more

Updated November 14, 2022 Birth doulas are trained and experienced birth professionals providing you non-medical support during your pregnancy, labour, childbirth. Doulas support you with personalized one-on-one care and are just a text or phone call away. Want help preparing for labour and creating a birth plan? Your doula is there for you. Awake at 2 AM and wondering if you’re actually in labour? Your doula is there for you. Still have questions after leaving your midwife or OBGYN's office? Your doula is there to listen and support you. Here are 5 reasons why you should hire a b ..read more

Updated November 12, 2022 Sometimes it can feel like your mind is in ten different places at once; analyzing past events, daydreaming about future plans, solving tough problems, and planning for tomorrow! Your kids may not have the same responsibilities that you do as a parent, but we guarantee their young minds are swimming with dozens of muddled thoughts, especially by day’s end. Helping your child bring awareness to their thoughts and feelings can help them work through all the ‘mind clutter’, and foster their sense of stability and clarity. ​ The good news is you don’t have to be a mindfu ..read more

HypnoBirthing affirmations are a powerful tool that you can use to ease labour anxiety and feel more confident during childbirth.  These positive affirmations can keep you grounded, motivated, and give you an inner strength when you need it most. Most importantly, they can shift your thoughts, mood, behaviours and overall experience of your labour and delivery. We spoke to Allison Thompson, Yoga Mamas HypnoBirthing Course instructor, who shared her top affirmations. Repeating these before and during labour is a great way to condition your subconscious mind, relea ..read more