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Mental Health, Postpartum, Women's Health Dr. Marnie Rogers-de Jong, Ph.D. Mental Health, Postpartum, Women's Health Dr. Marnie Rogers-de Jong, Ph.D.

Maternal Mental Health: Post-Partum Anxiety

Post-partum anxiety is defined by frequent, distressing fears. Some mothers describe worrying constantly about worst-case scenarios, seeing potential risks all around them. Dr. Marnie Rogers-de Jong, PH.D., provides excellent information on the physical symptoms of post-partum anxiety, and the variety of ways to help a mom experiencing postpartum mood disorders.

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Men's Health, Nutrition, Stress Management, Wellness, Women's Health Dr. Stephanie Liebrecht Men's Health, Nutrition, Stress Management, Wellness, Women's Health Dr. Stephanie Liebrecht

3 Plants to Support the Nervous System During Stress

During times of stress, the “fight or flight” (sympathetic) nervous system becomes more active to help us deal with our stress. This part of our nervous system is not meant to be turned on for a long period of time. Dr. Stephanie Liebrecht, ND provides insight on three common plants that are used to support the nervous system in naturopathic medicine.

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Counselling, Men's Health, Stress Management, Women's Health Dr. Marnie Rogers-de Jong, Ph.D. Counselling, Men's Health, Stress Management, Women's Health Dr. Marnie Rogers-de Jong, Ph.D.

Is Anxiety an Issue? 5 Things to Consider

Everyone has some level of stress or anxiety in their lives. It’s normal to feel worried at times, especially when you’re faced with tough situations - like financial problems, relationship issues, or a global pandemic! But fear and worry can go beyond that helpful range and have negative impacts on our day-to-day life. If you’re wondering whether anxiety is an issue in your life, here are five things to consider.

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My Journey

Danielle shares on her recent health journey and the incredible adversity that she overcame. Being diagnosed with a brain tumor in May 2020, to surgery 8 days later, and an incredible healing journey all through a global pandemic, her courage, strength, and optimism is truly inspirational. ‘I think it would be easy to look back on the last year and say, “I never want to remember that year” or “that was the worst year ever”, but instead I choose to celebrate the positives, even amongst all the negatives. I now know more than ever that I am a strong, resilient and very grateful woman, wife, mother, sister, sister-in-law, daughter, daughter-in-law, granddaughter, aunt, cousin, friend, and therapist.’ Thank you for letting me share my story, Danielle Bararuk.

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Welcome to GrowCo – Post-Partum Rehab

To all the mothers who have babies, are planning on having babies and who’s babies are grown up – we at HPW have something amazing in store for you. We have recently been working through a cohesive post-partum rehabilitation program for moms! We, as a team of healthcare professionals with a special interest in prenatal and perinatal care have always supported, encouraged and rehabilitated mothers navigating the 4th Trimester and beyond.

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Pilates, Postpartum, Wellness, Women's Health Kelly Button Pilates, Postpartum, Wellness, Women's Health Kelly Button

Movement Postpartum

‘Movement was the catalyst for reconnection after so much disconnection.’ When it comes to a movement program postpartum, Kelly believes that it is really vital to provide the mother what she needs on that day & in that moment. It’s not just about what you need for movement it’s also what you need for your self-care, your nervous system, your mind, & your body. Read more about movement and pregnancy in this awesome blog!

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Wellness, Women's Health Lindsey Tasker Cole Wellness, Women's Health Lindsey Tasker Cole

New Year, New you?!

Physiotherapist, Lindsey Tasker Cole dives into the differences between physical activity, exercise, & fitness. She provides insight and comfort for moms on how daily activity can be in fact fitness training! You are doing a great job momma!

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Naturopathic Medicine, Nutrition, Wellness, Women's Health Dr. Stephanie Liebrecht Naturopathic Medicine, Nutrition, Wellness, Women's Health Dr. Stephanie Liebrecht

Inspiration from my patients & the women around me.

Dr. Stephanie Liebrecht, ND shares how her patients inspire her to be their health advocate, and to continue bringing awareness to women’s health. She is inspired to keep learning, keep supporting, and find the root cause. Being able to guide you on your health and healing journey has been the most rewarding experience.

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Wellness, Women's Health, Postpartum, Pregnancy Dr. Madolyn Linka Wellness, Women's Health, Postpartum, Pregnancy Dr. Madolyn Linka

Good Mornings!

Creating a morning stretching or movement routine helps to establish self-care in your day. Whether it be in the shower, when you get our of bed or as you blend your smoothie; getting in a few simple movement such as the sequence attached below can be way to practice proper movement pattern for the rest of your day. Dr. Madolyn Linka, DC provides an easy morning stretch routine that is truly achievable!

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Wellness, Women's Health, Nutrition Dr. Madolyn Linka Wellness, Women's Health, Nutrition Dr. Madolyn Linka

"Blue Zones" & the Link to Long, Happy and Healthy Lives

Dr. Madolyn Linka shares about the healing nature of the world’s “Blue Zones”, which describes five distinct areas of the globe that have the largest population of centenarians, individuals of 100 years or older. Dr. Linka had the opportunity to visit one of these Blue Zones and she shares her healing experience and what will be forever imprinted in her life.

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The Holistic Approach to Chronic Pain

Physiotherapist Danielle Bararuk explains what chronic pain is and how pain is produced within our nervous system. This fantastic blog provides insight on how important it is to use a holistic approach to treating chronic pain and how we use the biopsychosocial model at Holistic Physiotherapy & Wellness to provide care to our patients.

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Naturopathic Medicine, Women's Health, Wellness Dr. Stephanie Liebrecht Naturopathic Medicine, Women's Health, Wellness Dr. Stephanie Liebrecht

Mindset and The Five Minute Journal

When we discuss mental health, mindset should also be apart of our conversation. Our thought pattern, the way we view ourselves, the kind of self talk we do, the outlook we have on life - all of these are apart of our mindset, and all of these affect our mood and behaviour. Dr. Stephanie Liebrecht, ND provides insight on The 5 Minute Journal and how important it is to create a positive mindset through setting daily intentions, positive reflection of the day, and practices of gratitude.

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Chiropractic, Women's Health, Wellness Dr. Madolyn Linka Chiropractic, Women's Health, Wellness Dr. Madolyn Linka

My 'Meditations from the Mat'

Meditations from the Mat by Rolf Gates & Katrina Kenison is a staple on Dr. Madolyn Linka’s bedside table. This square four hundred and twenty three page soft cover book sits in it’s space underneath her lamp reminding her of the daily reflections on the path of yoga. She has owned this book since 2016. For four years it’s sat close to where she lays her head at night and allowed her to flip through it and land on a page that she needs to read on the day she turns to it. Explore more with Dr. Linka on Meditations from the Mat.

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The Stress Response & Our Nervous Systems

It is no surprise that this year has had trials and tribulations. Oftentimes, the uncertainty of the unknown translates into an experience of stress, anxiety or unease. The past 6 months with the events of a global pandemic, the economy ceasing to operate for months and a restriction on international travel have all altered our “normal” routines. Dr. Madolyn Linka, DC explains what happens to our central nervous system when we are faced with stressful situations in this fantastic blog post!

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Fast and faster - Fatigue recipe

Fatigue, burnout and exhaustion can be states that we live or survive in for short or long periods of time. Recognizing the signs of fatigue can be masked and tucked away until we are hit smack in the face with them. Physiotherapist Lindsey Tasker Cole dives into what fatigue looks like and how Physiotherapy can help!

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Naturopathic Medicine, Wellness, Women's Health, Men's Health Dr. Stephanie Liebrecht Naturopathic Medicine, Wellness, Women's Health, Men's Health Dr. Stephanie Liebrecht

Stress & Adrenal Fatigue

Our bodies are designed to deal with stress and the adrenal glands are one organ that plays a role in adapting to it. Dr. Stephanie Liebrect, BSc, ND discuss the different stages of our stress response, which includes the physiological and psychological changes that occur.

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Chiropractic, Women's Health, Wellness, Pregnancy, Prenatal Care Dr. Madolyn Linka Chiropractic, Women's Health, Wellness, Pregnancy, Prenatal Care Dr. Madolyn Linka

Why Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy?

Maintaining and improving the function of your spine with chiropractic adjustments throughout your pregnancy helps to clear your nervous system of any interference to it. This can include tight muscles, laxity in ligaments and changes in posture as your center of gravity shifts. Dr. Madolyn Linka shares that staying well adjusted allows you to be as healthy as possible during your pregnancy.

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Pelvic Health, Physiotherapy, Pregnancy, Women's Health Lindsey Tasker Cole Pelvic Health, Physiotherapy, Pregnancy, Women's Health Lindsey Tasker Cole

Pregnancy and Pelvic Girdle Pain

The act of being pregnant and supporting a new life is truly remarkable. With this great task on our bodies, there are many physical (and hormonal) changes that can create challenges. Most women at some point through pregnancy experience some discomfort through their low back, hips, pubic symphysis, neck/shoulder pain, etc. And this is just to name a few! Lindsey Tasker Cole, Physiotherapist and Pelvic Health Therapist provides us with reasons why pelvic girdle pain can be common during pregnancy and how pelvic floor physiotherapy can help!

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Chiropractic, Women's Health, Wellness Dr. Madolyn Linka Chiropractic, Women's Health, Wellness Dr. Madolyn Linka

The Nitty Gritty on Intervertebral Discs

You may or may not have heard of them before, but these little “jelly-filled donuts” called discs live in between each and every vertebra in your spinal column. They are important spinal shock absorbers for the activities in our daily lives, but can also cause us some issues if they herniate, tear, or bulge in the wrong directions around the spinal nerves and cord. Dr. Madolyn Linka, DC helps us dig a little deeper into the nitty gritty of our intervertebral discs.

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