In today's fast-paced world, maintaining a balanced and nutritious diet is more important than ever for our overall health and wellbeing. Navigating dietary advice can be overwhelming, which is why we've distilled some key nutritional insights and simple recipes to help enhance your daily wellness. Whether you're looking to boost your energy, improve your digestion, or manage stress through diet, our practical tips and delicious recipes are designed to support your journey to a healthier lifestyle. Nutritional Tips: Boost Your Energy: Integrate a mix of proteins, healthy fats, and carbohydra ..read more

Written by Yoga Mamas Psychotherapist, Susan Haller View this post on Instagram A post shared by Yoga Mamas Co. (@yogamamas.co) In the fast-paced world we live in, filled with screens and constant distractions, there's a simple yet profound practice that can bring about incredible benefits for our wellbeing: the power of a full-body hug. Registered Psychotherapist, Susan Haller, shares how a hug can foster a deeper connection to our well-being. Engaging in a full-body hug goes beyond a simple expression of affection. It delves into the neurobiology of human connection. Our br ..read more

As the vibrant colours of summer make way for the crispness of fall, there's a natural shift in our focus towards nurturing our well-being. If you're seeking a harmonious transition into the new season, considering a visit to a Registered Acupuncturist could be a transformative choice. Continue reading below to find out why connecting with an Acupuncturist this fall could be your key to enhanced vitality, balance, and tranquility.​ 1. Improve Your Energy Acupuncture helps to improve sleep, digestion and mood. All areas that help to improve energy and reduce fatigue so that you can keep ..read more

Maintaining a balanced and nutritious diet is important for the well-being of everyone, and especially prenatal and postpartum parents. One essential mineral that plays a vital role during the prenatal and postpartum stages is iron. ​Iron is necessary for the production of red blood cells, which carry oxygen to all parts of the body. Deficiency in iron can lead to anemia, fatigue, headaches, mood changes, poor concentration, and a weakened immune system. To ensure optimal health, it is important for expectant parents and new parents to incorporate iron-rich foods into their daily diet. In th ..read more

Welcoming baby to your family is a joyous occasion, but it also comes with a host of questions and concerns about your baby's well-being. One question that may arise is whether or not your baby should see a chiropractor. In this blog post, we'll explore the potential benefits of chiropractic care for infants. We'll delve into how chiropractic adjustments can improve the breastfeeding experience, promote balanced development, and contribute to peaceful sleep patterns for your little one. Improved Breastfeeding Experience Struggles with latching or maintaining a proper latch could be attributed ..read more

We had the pleasure of sitting down with Nikita, a birth and postpartum doula from Yoga Mamas. She takes a holistic and natural approach to birth work, and creates a safe space for you to explore your journey into parenthood. While under Nikita's care, you'll not only learn all about baby care but also gain valuable insights into postpartum healing and how to set yourself up for a successful life after your little one arrives. She's skilled in hypnotherapy and offers some fantastic services like belly binding to help you along your parenthood journey. Continue reading to get to know Nikita a ..read more

Derived from Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), this therapeutic practice involves the burning of Moxa, an herb made from dried mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris), near specific acupuncture points on the body. As an integral part of TCM, Moxibustion offers a unique approach to healing and wellness. In this blog, we will explore its benefits and applications. The History of Moxibustion Moxibustion has a rich history dating back over 3,000 years in China. It is believed to have originated during the time of the legendary Chinese emperor Huang Di, who is considered the father of Traditional Chinese M ..read more

Seeking natural remedies for our children's health is a choice many parents make, driven by a desire for gentle, holistic approaches that support their little ones' well-being. In the realm of Traditional Chinese Medicine, one such time-honoured technique stands out—moxibustion. This comforting and natural solution for managing common ailments like cold and flu symptoms in children is expertly provided by Naturopathic Doctor Dr. Aida, a practitioner with extensive knowledge and experience in the field. By harnessing the power of mugwort's gentle warmth, Dr. Aida utilizes moxibustion to offer ..read more

Whether this is your first or your fourth pregnancy, it is important that you take time to appreciate and take care of the changes your body is going through while it prepares for the baby.  To better explain, first we need to look at what chiropractic care is intended for, essentially, the nervous system is like the information highway. It coordinates all types of bodily functions including breathing, digestion and immune responses. If the communication to the nervous system is interrupted or damaged by misalignments (subluxations), we experience all sorts of information errors includi ..read more

Adrienne is a birth & postpartum doula, yoga teacher, and proud mama. She attended her very first birth in 2012 and was immediately hooked. Adrienne offers caring, compassionate, non-judgmental support to expectant parents and is honoured to work with families during such a life-changing time. As an experienced doula, she has cared for clients who are both low and high risk, including those who have experienced fertility challenges, pregnancy loss or previous birth trauma. Adrienne gave birth to her own (breech) baby in September 2013 and has since been journeying through the joys and cha ..read more