3 Ways to Beat Morning Sickness (Naturally!)
When someone says pregnancy, often the first thing people think of is morning sickness. No one knows how it got that name as many experiencing their first pregnancy are surprised…
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The Top 5 Foods You Need During Pregnancy – What You Need to Know Now
Aly Shoom, Holistic NutritionistAly is a Certified Nutrition Practitioner (CNP) who graduated from the Institute of Holistic Nutrition and holds a BA from Western University. Aly’s warm and approachable demeanor empowers her clients…
Back, Neck, and Wrist Stretches for the Breastfeeding Parent
Taya Griffin, Lactation ConsultantTaya is a International Board Certified Lactation Consultant in the Toronto area. She is passionate about prenatal breastfeeding education and sees mothers at home, the hospital and…
What to Expect When You’re Expecting (From a Dad’s Point of View)
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$#*! You Didn’t Know You Needed for Recovering from Birth, and Self-Care Beyond Recovery
As a doula, recovering from birth is one of my very favourite topics. We all know how much goes into caring for a newborn, but I’d love it if we…
The Lowdown on Baby Sleep
By this point, you’ve probably heard the warnings about how often a baby wakes up (that is, if you’re not already living it first-hand). Your experienced family and friends know…
Round-Up: Mom & Baby Fitness Classes In & Around Toronto
A round-up of Toronto classes for new moms that want to get out and get active while having fun with their littles. We’d love to provide something similar for everyone…
Why Women Should Consider Taking a Probiotic
Most of us have heard more about probiotics in the last couple of years than ever before. Ditto for our microbiome. And there’s a good reason for that. It’s increasingly…
8 Stretch Mark Products You Should Try
Stretch marks tend to develop from periods of rapid growth or weight gain—everything from growth spurts in adolescence, to pregnancy, to everything in between can cause them. They’re basically scars…
This is What You Can Do Today to Protect Your Bone Health Tomorrow
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Oh Baby! We’re Covering Fertility With A Naturopath
Starting a family is an exciting decision, but it can sometimes feel overwhelming and even scary at first. If you are thinking about getting pregnant, there are some basic things…
Galacto-what? The Lowdown on Milk-Making Foods and Herbs
If you’re a breastfeeding mother, you may have heard Lactation Consultants or natural health practitioners mention, “galactogouges.” It’s a mouthful based on the Greek word for milk (gala or galaktos),…
An ND Shares Which Supplements are Safe for Common Pregnancy Concerns
Whether you’re in your first trimester or about ready to deliver, making sure you have safe, natural solutions to common pregnancy concerns can be a life saver. Many women are…
Why You Should Consider Avoiding Fragrance in Your Products
Do you ever wonder why you can walk past the laundry detergent aisle and still smell that “fresh tropical rain” five rows over? Just what is that persistent scent? You’ve…
Women Should Try This Solution for Thinning Hair
For those who experience it, hair loss is an extremely emotional condition. You may feel worried or confused, but know that you are not alone. Male-pattern hair loss is relatively…