A couple weeks ago, a sweet Mama (who I taught prenatal to way back when) asked about our kid’s sleep practices and if I would share what has helped us guide our kids to sleep. Of course I said: YES!

Let me say right off the bat that sleep time is not a walk in the park for our family the majority of the time. Do not be deceived! Between fears, teeth-brushing woes, and…

The birds have begun to sing.
The sun has begun to shine for more and more of the day.
And I can just feel the shift, can you?
This is the time of year where everything begins to “wake up,” many animals are born, and it’s a season of so much growth!

How many different kinds of butterflies and moths do you think there are?
A) 1,200
B) 180,000
C) 755,000
D) 1,000,000
Read on to find out!

We know children are natural yogis.

As infants they can bend and move with ease.
As toddlers they’re focused on the present moment and nothing else.
And as they grow they begin to build connections with themselves, others, and the world around them.

So why is it that 1 in 5 children and youth in Ontario experience some form of mental health problem? (CMHO) Why are there 28,000 children and youth on the waiting list for mental health services in Ontario? (CMHO)

We don’t know the exact answer, but I think we can wager a guess…

There’s a new outgrowth of meditation these days. It’s called Meditative Story, and it’s for all ages.

Story envelops our lives day in and day out. It is an ancient narrative communication that has been passed down from the beginning of time. Our brains as humans are drawn to story, and some people say we look for it as a form of safety and familiarity throughout our days. Whether we want to admit it or not, the ancient concepts of story are everywhere.

And meditation is no different. All meditations follow…