Category Archives: yoga
One Strong Mama Program – My review as a prenatal yoga teacher
Learn why One Strong Mama is the most comprehensive prenatal and postpartum movement program. Continue reading
33 Quotes on Pregnancy and Childbirth to Inspire and Empower
“In actuality, there is never any such thing as solid ground, but strapped securely inside our heads, where we live most of the time, things seem pretty predictable and safe. We think we are the captain of the ship. We … Continue reading
5 Ways to Find Balance as a #YogaMama
This post original appeared on the KiraGrace Blog. As mother of two young boys, a full time social worker, a prenatal yoga teacher and an instructor of a childbirth preparation class, the Yoga Way to Birth, I am very familiar … Continue reading
You are whole, my child
A few months ago my three and a half year old had an “incident” at preschool. He reacted to a friend in his class in anger and hurt them. I got an email that no parent ever wants to receive. A rock … Continue reading
change and uncertainty
Nothing is more certain than the uncertainty of life. And just as the blooms on the trees dare to reach out and expose themselves with the encouragement of the spring’s light, I am also experiencing some ch-ch-change! I’m moving onto … Continue reading
Food, shelter, safety and yoga
In a world where people experiencing homelessness often are ignored and literally pushed to the fringes of society, I am continually amazed by the resilience and kindness of the human spirit in spite of life’s unimaginable circumstances. And I have been honored to witness how these qualities are continually cultivated and grown in a simple yoga practice. Continue reading
Re-writing my birth…
As I reflected and retold my birth story, I realized how hard and critical I was on myself. With the help of yoga and mindfulness I learned how to move past those judgments and cultivate a sense of equanimity. Continue reading
Birthing Day Reflections
This. This is everything. When I look at this picture of myself gazing at my sweet, fresh, 1 day old baby, I can’t help but fight back tears. The joy, adoration and love feel tangible. Its a perfect moment. What followed … Continue reading
a word on kindness and non-judgement
I so appreciate this talk from the lovely Kathryn Budig, I wanted to share it here as well. If even a power house like her can be effected by negative comments, I can only imagine what it can do those … Continue reading
The Power of Play
Here is a little something I wrote for the Living Yoga blog about my experience volunteer teaching with them. Enjoy!
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