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Bracing exercises is one of the most important things you can do to strengthen your abdominal muscles. It will help to protect your lower back and pelvic floor while exercising and ensure you are not relaxing into your joints while lifting heavy loads and throughout different movement patterns. Once you learn to brace while exercising,…
Ever wondered how to transform your everyday household routines with the power of essential oils in your home? Prepare to dip your toes into the enchanting world of aromatherapy, as we have the pleasure of chatting with Nikki, a certified clinical aromatherapist and co-founder of Essentria Aromatherapy School. During her pregnancy, Nikki discovered the profound…
A daily breathing practice can be incredibly beneficial for both physical and mental health. It can improve lung function, reduce stress and anxiety, increase energy levels, and promote relaxation. By focusing on the breath and taking deep breaths daily, you can improve your mindfulness and overall sense of well-being. To help make breathing part of…
2 Reasons you may be struggling with low milk supply: Many new moms struggle to establish a successful breastfeeding relationship with their infant. Low milk supply and decreased milk production are two possible reasons a woman might experience low breast milk. In episode 28 of our podcast I speak with Victoria of Milk Made Mama….
This week we are focusing on going for a walk each evening in our Moms Raising Healthy Humans Community as a family if at all possible. Here is one of many benefits as to why you should walk daily. There are a few reasons why I recommend you try walking daily: -Last chance to get…
Susan Taylor is a two-time gestational surrogate, Program Manager at Fairfax Surrogacy, and a Licensed Midwife. She’s also married with four children of her own. She was a client of mine years ago and I’m happy to have her here to discuss how does surrogacy work and her own surrogacy journey. Susan is passionate about…
If you deal with constipation or bloating you probably have wondered and tried to figure out what is causing it. And often times it will lead you down the road of removing certain foods from your diet to help with this. I do believe that this is very important to consider, but before you start…
Try these 5 healthy holiday tips to keep you moving and feeling good this Holiday season. The Holidays are a busy time and it can be difficult to make health a priority during this time. There are so many fun things to do. So many opportunities to indulge on delicious treats, and family members to…
What to know before you start Breastfeeding Nothing is more nerve wracking than bringing home a new baby. You spend 9 months getting the nursery ready and making sure you have all the equipment like swings and changing tables but very little time is spent on learning how to care for the new baby including…
Diastasis Recti is where the Rectus Abdominus muscles have separated and the fascia (linea alba) in that area has lost its elasticity. You may have either ab separation, squishy fascia, or both. Depending on the severity of the separation will depend on what exercises are best for you to do, which is why it can…