From Grief to Connection: Join my Comfort Blanket Project Do you crochet? If you have a hook and a little bit of time, I’d love to invite you into a project close to my heart. A Small Idea with a Simple Purpose A couple of years ago, I went through a difficult time after a […]
Article by Bridgit Ganson, RSW Psychotherapist Before becoming a mom, I worked with children and families as an educator, advocate, and therapist for over 20 years. I truly thought I understood the terrain of early parenthood. But nothing prepared me for the experience of postpartum OCD and anxiety. I found myself consumed by intrusive thoughts […]
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a holistic system that supports overall health and well-being using tools like acupuncture and Chinese herbs. TCM is used to support fertility by optimizing the body’s physical and mental functions, helping natural conception, even when infertility is unexplained. Traditional Chinese Medicine can also offer supportive benefits for women undergoing fertility […]
You’ve arrived at your next destination, MENOPAUSE! Welcome to this wonderful world, made up of many generations of amazing women who have forged along the same path as you, overcoming the good and sometimes challenging moments along the way. Below I’ve created a list of 5 simple ways to support your menopause journey, but it […]
5 questions to ask your menstruating teen and how to help!
My name is Tomoyo Furusho and I am a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner (TCMP) at the Women’s Health Centre. In this blog post I would like to tell you about traditional Chinese herbal medicine, why I recommend certain herbs for my patients and how it can help to support your health and wellness through all […]
We are not human beings having a spiritual experience. We are spiritual beings having a human experience. Pierre Teilhard de Chardin We spend much of our lives ignoring the fact that we are spiritual beings living a human experience. Most people go through life focusing solely on the body’s needs with less attendance and observance […]
I never thought I’d identify as a widow at this point in my life, but I am and you’ve been gone now for nine months. Most of us experience grief at some point in our life, but how do you prepare for it when loss comes suddenly? In this blog post I would like to […]
Do you ever dribble a little when you cough or laugh? Do you feel any discomfort with intercourse? Do you feel pain around your tailbone? If you answered YES to any of these questions it may be an indication you have a weak or even a tight pelvic floor and getting it checked out is […]
Spring is a time for new growth; awakening from the cold, dark winter and looking forward to warmer, brighter seasons to come. It is a time when the body begins to shift from a state of building, to one of gentle cleansing, nourished by valuable foods to help aid and compliment this natural process. Supporting […]
Symptoms associated with perimenopause and a thyroid condition called Hypothyroidism share alot of similarities – and when one or both of these are out of balance you may feel pretty crummy and not your usual self. Finding out what’s got you feeling out of sorts, irritable or depressed may be easier than you think! Today […]
Acupuncture supports women’s health by nourishing us when we’re sick. Acupuncture reduces that which causes pain, stress and tightness. It can support women through all of the stages of life from puberty (acne, painful periods and stress) to pregnancy (nausea, fatigue) to perimenopause (nightsweats, insomnia) and into our senior years. It’s tradition dates back thousands […]
Does mindful breathing lead to better health? Many health practitioners, yogis and spiritual groups have been exploring the effect of breathing on your health, mind and existential existence for thousands of years. Ancient cultures and religions have documented the connection of your breath to the search for a higher state of being or higher purpose. […]
Finding balance in a busy world can be challenging and overwhelming, but there are some simple ways to support your health and well-ness (which I will talk about below) to help you feel calmer and more focused. Even if you have some complex issues to still work through, you can start making some simple shifts […]
Diets just aren’t sustainable, instead try improving your eating habits to help maintain your health and well-ness as you age. Eating healthy whole foods is always my number one focus when working with clients, but it’s just one aspect of healthy living. I’ve worked with many people who eat really nutritious meals, but still struggle […]
Your immune system is responsible for keeping you healthy and strong, fighting germs, toxins, fungi and viruses using a complex collection of special blood cells along with a variety of organs in your body. Keep reading my 5 simple ways to support your health and strengthen your immunity! If your immunity is weak, you may […]
Nothing imparts inspiration, fun and bonding like cooking meals with your family. Sometimes it can be stressful or chaotic, but in the end it’s always entertaining. In our house we were taught the value of sharing at least a couple of meals together a week, despite being very busy. Back then my father did alot […]
