Some days, I don’t feel like moving at all. Not because I’m lazy or because I “should” know better, but because I’m tired in a way sleep doesn’t fix. As a mom, as a woman navigating perimenopause, and as someone who has had days where my mood feels… heavy, I’ve learned this: There’s a difference…
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Nobody Talks About Cold Flashes—But They’re Part of Perimenopause Too
We always hear about hot flashes, but nobody really warns you about the cold flash. One minute you’re peeling off layers, and the next, you’re shivering and reaching for a blanket. If your internal thermostat has been feeling a little off lately, you’re not alone—and you’re not “losing it.” There have been nights where I’ve felt…
The Quiet Shift: How Travel Rewires the Mind
Have you ever taken a trip and noticed something quietly shift? Not in a dramatic way—but in a subtle, almost hard-to-describe way. Maybe your thoughts feel a little lighter. Maybe you’re not overthinking as much. Or maybe, for the first time in a while, you feel present. That’s not by accident. Travel has a way…
The Protein Playbook: Fueling the Teenage Athlete
As we gear up for baseball season, my kitchen has become a bit of a fueling station for my two boys. In my studies in holistic nutrition, we spend a lot of time looking at the biochemical demands of the body, and there is no clearer example of high demand than a growing athlete on…
Adding a Few More Veggies to the Daily Routine
We’ve all been there. It’s 5:30 PM on a Tuesday, the kids are asking what’s for dinner for the fifteenth time, and you’re staring into the fridge wondering how you’re going to turn a pack of ground beef and some pasta into a “balanced meal.” The pressure to eat well is everywhere, and let’s be…
The Subtle Shifts: Understanding and Supporting Estrogen Balance
Have you ever felt like your body is shifting in ways you can’t quite explain—your mood, your sleep, your energy—and wondered what’s really going on beneath the surface? There are seasons in life where the body begins to speak a little louder. You might notice subtle changes—feeling warmer than usual, more sensitive, more tired, or…
Perimenopause Belly: When Your Jeans Tell a Different Story
Have you ever put on your favourite jeans—the ones that used to fit just right—and suddenly thought… wait, what changed? You’re still moving your body. You’re not living off junk food. You’re trying. And yet… your body feels different. A little softer around the middle. A little more bloated some days than others. Some mornings…
NAD⁺: What’s All the Hype About? (And Should You Care?)
Ever scroll through Instagram or wellness blogs and see people talking about boosting their NAD⁺ levels like it’s the secret to eternal youth? I’ve definitely been there — half intrigued, half wondering if it’s just another health trend. As a mom with a busy life and busy body, I want things that make sense and that actually support my…
The Chaos Prequel: Finding Your Calm in Perimenopause
Have you ever looked at your calendar, noticed your mood, and then found yourself reaching for a random bag of chips and wondering, “What is going on with me?” If you’re in your late 30s or 40s and things suddenly feel a little off—your sleep isn’t the same, your patience feels thinner, and your body doesn’t…
One Year In: My Journey Toward Holistic Nutrition
This year marks a major milestone for me: one year since I started my journey into studying Holistic Nutrition. It’s a bit surreal to think I’m already a third of the way through. I have two years to go, though depending on how life moves (and how many times I have to re-read the same…
ADHD: A Nervous System Story
Have you ever watched your child move from calm to overwhelmed in what feels like seconds—and wondered what’s really going on beneath the surface? The Heart of the Matter (The Soul) In my years working in Early Childhood Development (ECE), I’ve observed many brilliant, “busy” minds. I’ve repeatedly seen what looks like challenging behaviour is…
Breaking Free from Food Rules, Finding True Nourishment
I used to think “eating healthy” meant following a long list of strict rules: no carbs after 6:00 PM, drink this before that, no more than 1,200 calories a day, and counting every gram of protein, fat, and carb. Or, no dessert allowed unless it was made with dates and almond flour. I tried almost…
My Journey Back To Me
Sometimes, it takes a change of scenery to truly see yourself again. Our trip to Japan was intended for family time and exploring, and while it was both, it also served as a necessary eye-opener. For years, I’ve been trying to balance my health while showing up for my family, but looking back, I was…
Freshness Locked In: How Vacuum Seal Containers Can Transform Your Kitchen
Let’s be honest: there is nothing more frustrating than buying fresh produce on Monday only to find it wilted and sad by Thursday. As a nutritionist and a mom, I’m always looking for ways to keep nutrients in our food and money in our wallets. Whether you’re trying to waste less food, make meal prep…