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…
Category: Wellness
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…
Common Myths About Holistic Nutrition (And What It Really Means)
When people hear “holistic nutritionist,” it can bring up a lot of assumptions. Some think it’s restrictive, others think it’s all supplements, and some aren’t quite sure what it means at all. The truth is, holistic nutrition is much simpler—and more grounded—than most people think. For a long time, I lived in a cycle that…
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…
The Anatomy of a Non-Apology: Why emotionally immature parents can’t say sorry
(And why it’s not your fault) Growing up, many of us are taught that “adults know best.” We are conditioned to believe that if there is a conflict between a parent and a child, the child is the one who needs to learn, grow, or apologize. But what happens when you realize the person who…
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…
Why I Use Meal Kits to Balance Salt & Soul
I used to think wellness meant doing every single thing from scratch. But the truth is, real health doesn’t live in a perfect kitchen—it lives at the intersection of Salt and Soul. Salt is the practical reality of my life as a busy mama—the need for efficiency and a break from the mental load. Soul is my desire to…
The Perimenopause Tea: 4 Ingredients, Centuries of Wisdom
Let’s be real: perimenopause can be a wild and unpredictable ride. Between the “internal furnace” of hot flashes, the brain fog that makes you wonder where you put your keys, and those 3:00 AM moments staring at the ceiling, it’s a lot to handle. While there are so many ways to navigate this stage, I…
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…
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…
The Histamine Bucket: Why “Healthy” Foods Can Sometimes Make You Feel Off
Ever finished what should have been a “healthy” meal—say, a spinach salad with avocado—and suddenly felt itchy, foggy, or just… off? Maybe a glass of wine leaves your nose stuffy, or you get a weird spike of anxiety out of nowhere. If this sounds familiar, histamine might be playing a bigger role than you think. So, What…
Matcha & Hojicha: Which Tea Fits Your Day?
Most people reach for coffee when they’re overwhelmed, but I usually have a different strategy. I call it my ‘Green & Gold’ routine. As a mom, tea is my anchor. It marks the transition from Doing to Being. In the middle of that chaos, tea has become my little tool. Some mornings, I need a focused boost; other evenings, I…
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…