Labour-aid. A drink perfect for labour and birth
I tell all my pregnancy and post natal clients that labour is going to be the biggest work-out of your life ! So it is important you are fit, strong and prepared. Just like any work-out you need to ensure you are properly hydrated, this labour-aid drink is fantastic natural drink for sipping on between contractions.…
Read MoreCorrect form during pregnancy exercise will change your health.
There is no doubt about it …women who exercise with correct form and posture when pregnant will return to shape faster and more effectively than those that do not. Research has also shown that the right form of exercise can certainly shorten the second stage of labour and improve post birth recovery. Important Pregnancy Exercise Tips…
Read MoreAn important poem for motherhood – Slow Down Mummy
Sometimes you need to be told to, “slow down Mummy” as most days it is non-stop as a Mother. Just for today, don’t rush, put that phone down, forget about getting to work on time, doing the washing, making the beds and enjoy time with your family. Your little ones won’t be little forever. Here…
Read MoreAvocado Chocolate Mousse – vegan, gluten free.
Now…. don’t freak out, yes this chocolate mousse has avocado in it ! Trust me if I didn’t tell you, you wouldn’t even notice. Even better give it to the kids and they will think it is the best treat ever. It is so simple and delicious plus is a fantastic alternative if you are…
Read MorePregnancy Exercise – why Consult a Certified Pregnancy and Post Natal Trainer ?
Congratulations if you have recently found out you are pregnant ! This is such a precious time. I understand that you are probably being bombarded with a tonne of advice in the media and from friends and family. Please be conscious that not all of this information is correct and just because someone has recently…
Read MoreHow to return to exercise post birth postpartum – safely ?
You have probably just recovered from the biggest work out of your life – birth ! And despite the challenges of early motherhood you are probably wondering when can I start exercising after giving birth now that I am postpartum? How can I do this safely ? My 2nd son only 5 days old. What…
Read MoreTriple chocolate cheesecake – vegan, gluten free, dairyfree, paleo.
How good does this cheesecake look ? My multi-talented friend Terri Hanlon is a fabulous photographer plus…..brilliant cook and food stylist. This is her TRIPLE CHOCOLATE CHEESECAKE. It is free of gluten, grains, soy, peanuts, dairy, eggs is also low sugar, vegan and paleo….and OH YEAH still tastes amazing…just like cheesecake ! Prep-time: about 10 minutes…
Read MoreMyths about pregnancy exercise
There are many suitable exercises to do during pregnancy but there are also several myths about pregnancy fitness. When you become pregnant, it can be overwhelming thinking about exercise as you don’t want to do anything to jeopardise your pregnancy. Especially, if you have taken a long time to conceive, or have had fertility problems.…
Read MoreWhy exercise before during and after pregnancy ?
When to start ? I commonly see many women fall pregnant, then suddenly decide now is the time to start exercising. Several women have never exercised before, however, as they now have a little one growing inside them they feel great urgency to become super healthy and commence a pregnancy exercise routine. Exercising during pregnancy…
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