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Pregnancy Awareness Month (Part IV)

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Our final topic for Pregnancy Awareness Months deals with what pregnant women need which is a topic that I am very passionate about. Meeting the genuine needs of pregnant women which in turn meets the needs of their babies. Five Things that Pregnant Women Need: Number One: Proper Nutrition You would think that this one is a no brainer, but it seems many people don’t understand what proper nutrition is and why it’s so important during pregnancy. A balance of nutrient dense foods plus a good prenatal are essential for a healthy pregnancy and a healthy baby. Pregnancy is not … Continue reading →

Post-Natal Fitness: So You Just Had a Baby ….

Congratulations! You just had a baby. About six years ago this month, I’d just had a baby too and I have to admit, one of the first things I thought about after I got some of my energy back was how do I get back into shape. There are no hard and fast rules in post-natal fitness except that you need to listen to your body. So let’s talk about that. Having a Baby is Traumatic When you give birth whether it’s a vaginal delivery or a c-section, you need to give your body time to recover. Don’t make any … Continue reading →

Yogic Walking

When it comes to finding time to work out or attend a yoga class, many moms (especially those with young children or babies) roll their eyes and grin. They don’t have time to have a quiet cup of coffee much less time for a class. There is something you can do that takes into account your need for time and your need for yoga. What is Yogic Walking? Yogic walking asks that you take a walk, striding in natural rhythm to your breathing. You don’t have to pant in order for footsteps to hit the ground at speed. Instead, you … Continue reading →