I come from a running background. I started athletics before I started school, and competed twice a week until I was 18. In young adulthood, running was my go to form of exercise, infact, I didn’t really know how to do anything else. However, I have also had two pregnancies and births. And I can honestly say that running was one of the last things I wanted to do for exercise. In saying that, there are some women who have even run marathons during pregnancy, and if you google “running… Read more Everything You Need to Know about Running during Pregnancy + Postpartum →
Have you heard the term “Postnatal Depletion”? It’s fairly new but the condition is not. We all laugh about it and joke around about “Baby Brain”. But it is actually a serious condition that needs to be recognised! Note** “Pregnancy brain” can also be called Baby Brain. However, in this article what I refer to as “baby brain” is the end result of “Pregnancy brain”. Pregnancy Brain is a genuine, measurable phenomenon in which the mother’s brain actually reduces it’s grey matter volume and re-programs itself to be in… Read more 7 Steps to Combat Postnatal Depletion →
If you google “pelvic floor exercise, postpartum exercises”, and so on, you’ll almost always encounter the recommendation that cycling is a safe form of exercise for your pelvic floor. I’ve… Read more Postpartum Exercise – Is cycling really ideal? →
Wow. How quickly this year is flying by! We are halfway through spring already and the fitness industry is really picking up, especially outdoor bootcamps. Speaking of bootcamps, in… Read more Stop Hurting Us! →
When I was pregnant I never doubted that I would be able to breastfeed. My mum and my sister never had any problems and I just kind of… Read more Mamma’s Milk – tips for successful breastfeeding →
Congratulations! If you are reading this you are at least aware of your pelvic floor muscles. You really deserve a pat on the back, because most people are not. (Especially… Read more Pelvic floor weakeners →
Hello! In response to the many comments I received on Instagram regarding my thyroid essential oil blend, I put together a little post below for all of you wishing to know more and start receiving the amazing benefits of essential oils in supporting your thyroid function. However! First thing first- I am not a Dr. or a naturopath. Please take a look at this site all on thyroid diseases before considering essential oils! http://www.outsmartdisease.com Second – one of the number one things that keeps popping up regarding preventing autoimmune disease… Read more Thyroid Support & DoTERRA Essential Oils →
Our display at LuluLemon Athletica, Warringah Mall Have you ever been to a Tupperware, Avon, Thermomix or Clothing party? Probably. Most of us have felt obligated to either attend or host one! Well, an Essential Oils workshop or Wellness Event is similar in some ways I guess, but the difference is that the information & products are 1000 times more interesting! (not to mention 100% essential for the physical and emotional health of your whole family!!) you are most definitely not obligated to attend or buy anything. In fact I encourage hosts… Read more What to Expect When You’re Expecting… a Wellness Event →
Real Fitness for Mums 