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Let’s talk about sex…

Sexual & Menstrual Health

Let’s talk about sex…

Here’s the thing- sex after having a baby is scary. It’s the kind of thing women whisper about with their best friends but NEVER mention to their pregnant or besties

March 22, 2021
Guest blog: the relationship between my sleep and postpartum anxiety

Women's Wellness

Guest blog: the relationship between my sleep and postpartum anxiety

Postpartum Anxiety. Those words can be heavy for those of us that have gone through it. I’d always been a bit of a worrier, but in 2017 after I had

January 31, 2021
Motherhood perfectionism

Women's Wellness

Motherhood perfectionism

Hi, I’m Shaila, and I’m a recovering perfectionist. Oh, you too?! Perfectionism is pervasive in motherhood. Our society’s idea of the “supermom” is leading to increased pressure and self-criticism for

December 14, 2020
Guest blog: caesarian birth recovery and the importance of self-massage

Pregnancy & Postpartum

Guest blog: caesarian birth recovery and the importance of self-massage

It’s Day 5 with your new baby. You’re getting the hang of nursing, swaddling, changing diapers…But what about that big Caesarian incision right in the middle of your abdominals? What

November 10, 2020
In their own words – breast cancer awareness month

Cancer Care & Recovery

In their own words – breast cancer awareness month

October, when fall fully establishes itself, is the month of changing leaves, orange pumpkins and Thanksgiving. It is also Breast Cancer Awareness, or Pink Ribbon Month. I have a complicated

October 5, 2020
Read this if you are ready to take charge of your endometriosis!

Sexual & Menstrual Health

Read this if you are ready to take charge of your endometriosis!

As a Naturopathic Doctor, many women who experience pelvic pain or painful periods often share with me that they’ve been told that they might have endometriosis, and that endometriosis may

March 10, 2020
The most important exercise you can do to strengthen your core immediately postpartum

Pregnancy & Postpartum

The most important exercise you can do to strengthen your core immediately postpartum

Helping mamas strengthen their core postpartum is where I love spending my time as a pelvic floor physiotherapist. Most postpartum clients come to Vital after their six-week check up where

December 9, 2019
In their own words: a client’s perspective on overcoming prolapse

Pelvic Health

In their own words: a client’s perspective on overcoming prolapse

As a personal fitness trainer for pre & postnatal women as well as older adults, I throught I was aware of, although by no means an expert in, pelvic floor

November 9, 2019
How can breast cancer affect your pelvic floor?

Cancer Care & Recovery

How can breast cancer affect your pelvic floor?

October 1st marked the beginning of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. More often than not, we work with clients following their chemotherapy, radiation, and/or surgical interventions. However, supporting our clients

October 3, 2019
What Can I Do To Prepare For Menopause?

Perimenopause

What Can I Do To Prepare For Menopause?

No, it's not all in your head. No, you are not the only one experiencing weird symptoms. It’s time we all talk about the lead up to menopause. And not

January 3, 2025

Hormone

Sweaty Days & Sleepless Nights? How to Handle Hot Flashes Like a Pro

Guess What? Hot Flashes Don’t Play Favorites! If you’re feeling sudden waves of heat, waking up drenched in sweat, or […]

February 5, 2025
How Does Pelvic Health Physiotherapy Help Me Regain Control of Leaking and Incontinence?

Pelvic Health

How Does Pelvic Health Physiotherapy Help Me Regain Control of Leaking and Incontinence?

Urinary incontinence is a common but often under-discussed issue affecting millions of people worldwide. This happens when you are unable to control the leakage of urine, and while it may

February 10, 2025

Anemia

Feeling Tired and Foggy? Is It Anemia?

If you’ve been feeling unusually tired or struggling with brain fog, you’re not alone. While many factors can contribute to […]

February 13, 2025

Weight

Weight Gain and Bloating: What Dietitians Say

Struggling with unexplained weight gain and persistent bloating? You’re not alone. Many people experience these issues, often without clear answers. […]

February 28, 2025
Middle-aged woman examining thinning hair due to menopause-related hair loss

Women's Wellness

Women’s Hair Loss: Understanding the Causes and Exploring Solutions

Have you noticed your hair looking a little thinner than before? Maybe you’ve seen more strands in your hairbrush or […]

March 13, 2025

Perimenopause

Rekindling Libido During Perimenopause and Menopause

Sexual health is an essential part of overall well-being, yet it often becomes a quiet concern during perimenopause and menopause. […]

April 14, 2025
Can Acupuncture Support Your Pelvic Floor Health?

Pelvic Health

Can Acupuncture Support Your Pelvic Floor Health?

Acupuncture & Women’s Health: Your Body, Your Healing, Your Time We know that as women, our bodies go through a lot. From the first time we get our period to

April 16, 2025
UNDERSTANDING GLP-1 TREATMENT FOR WEIGHT LOSS AND NATURAL TIPS

Weight

Understanding GLP-1 Treatments for Weight and Diabetes: Natural Tips for Blood Sugar Control

Imagine your body as a bustling city, with sugar zipping through your bloodstream like cars on a busy road. Insulin […]

April 29, 2025
To kegel or not to kegel, that is the question!

Pelvic Health

To kegel or not to kegel, that is the question!

As pelvic health physiotherapists, this is something we hear from our clients ALL OF THE TIME. We often overhear phrases and advice like: ”Just do your kegels” “Did you do

August 1, 2022
Middle-aged woman wiping her forehead with a tissue under summer heat, eyes closed, showing signs of hot flashes or overheating.

Women's Wellness

Too Hot to Handle: Menopause, Mood Swings & the Heat of Summer

Counsellor Chantal Simms, MSW, RSW, unpacks how seasonal stress, shifting hormones, and emotional overwhelm collide — and what you can […]

July 18, 2025
Top 3 Tips to Stop Waking to Pee at Night

Pelvic Health

Top 3 Tips to Stop Waking to Pee at Night

Waking up at night to pee might seem like just an annoyance, but if it’s happening regularly, it can take a real toll on your sleep, your energy, and your

September 1, 2025
Top 5 diet tips to enhance your fertility

Weight

Top 5 diet tips to enhance your fertility

As a Naturopathic Doctor, I work with a lot of women in their childbearing years. Preparing their bodies for pregnancy and improving their fertility is a common goal for my

January 17, 2019
Top tips for returning to work post parental leave

Women's Wellness

Top tips for returning to work post parental leave

“The days are long, but the years are short,” is what I heard from every parent I spoke to before becoming a parent myself. Although I didn’t believe it at

October 12, 2021
Top tips for tummy-time

Pregnancy & Postpartum

Top tips for tummy-time

Over a decade ago, a Back to Sleep campaign was launched alongside our cultural shift which promoted the regular use of car seats, swings, play circles, and other containers. With

July 7, 2021
Understanding Chronic Pain: Types, Causes & How to Manage Pain Flares

Chronic Pain

Understanding Chronic Pain: Types, Causes & How to Manage Pain Flares

Pain is something we all experience—but when it becomes persistent, it can start to impact every part of life. At […]

April 30, 2026
UNDERSTANDING GLP-1 TREATMENT FOR WEIGHT LOSS AND NATURAL TIPS

Weight

Understanding GLP-1 Treatments for Weight and Diabetes: Natural Tips for Blood Sugar Control

Imagine your body as a bustling city, with sugar zipping through your bloodstream like cars on a busy road. Insulin […]

April 29, 2025
types of hormone replacement therapy hormone health

Hormone

Understanding Hormone Therapy: A Personalized Approach to Menopause Relief

Menopause marks a significant transition in a woman’s life, often accompanied by a range of physical and emotional symptoms that […]

May 28, 2026
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