Pre-term labour is defined as labour that begins earlier than 37 weeks of gestation. If you are reading this, then I’m guessing that you’re already experiencing some contractions earlier than […]
Pregnancy
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Oh my poor husband – he had the “pleasure” of being woken up from a deep sleep to the sound of me yelling “RUB MY LEG!” repeated because of night […]
In my prenatal yoga class, I am often asked if there are specific yoga postures that would be good to do use during labour. The answer is a resounding yes. […]
I wish that no one needed this post. Varicosities or varicose veins are bad enough when they happen on your legs. They suck even more when they happen in your […]
Quinoa is very high in protein, and it’s a complete protein. Using it in a salad is a great way to increase your protein intake during pregnancy. Not sure how […]
I admit it… I think I’m a wee bit addicted to gorgeous henna designs adorning gorgeous pregnant bellies. I love this tradition as a beautiful way to celebrate and honour […]
“Add as much cayenne as you can handle, put on your coat and boots and get ready to meet that baby of yours!” The amount of cayenne in this recipe […]
This is the second in a series of articles exploring symbols as they pertain to pregnancy and birth. If you’re not already a symbolism junkie, get ready to be a […]
This is the first in a series of articles exploring symbols as they pertain to pregnancy and birth. If you’re not already a symbolism junkie, get ready to be a […]
When you are pregnant, sometimes it can feel like there just isn’t enough room inside for the both of you. These yoga stretches will help to create space inside your […]
Hi Folks, The results of this study aired on ABC news recently. I wanted to include the actual Dutch study that the news report is based on, however I could […]
The following article was written by Maureen Kral, who heads up the Saskatchewan Association of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers’ Committee for the Responsible Use of Ultrasound. She raises some very good […]
Whether you are planning a natural childbirth at home, in a birth center, or at a hospital, a universal goal for expectant parents is to “labor less.” Karen Bannan’s insights […]
As a pregnancy yoga instructor, I often remind my students that prenatal health goes far beyond gentle movement and breathwork; it’s also about mindful nutrition and understanding how certain vitamins […]
I’m a big believer in the benefits of relaxation, not just during pregnancy, but throughout life. Modern life is full of stressors, and the more we can weave moments of […]