Stephanie was invited by Olive Fertility Centre to write this guest post for Thanksgiving... In a recent article by Dr. Richard J. Davidson, a neuroscientist and director of the Center for Healthy Minds, he notes that the psychological impact of “the pandemic has affirmed that it’s more important than ever to care for our own [...]
Stephanie was invited to write the following guest post for the Olive Fertility Centre: As the holiday season winds down and we prepare to begin a new year, one more holiday tradition still remains: pondering those pesky New Year's resolutions. It's interesting (and perhaps unfortunate!) that this tradition continues when research indicates only 8% of [...]
There are so many ways to enjoy pumpkins this time of year and these cupcakes are a favourite in our house! They are grain-free, nut-free and sweetened with dates so fit most people's dietary needs and best of all, they are delicious! I discovered this recipe a few years ago in a cookbook called Nourishing [...]
The bounty from our garden today was squash! My neighbour gave me a tiny wee seedling back in the spring and as anyone who has grown squash before knows, we now have LOTS of squash! I've never cooked or tasted crookneck squash before and I was delighted to discover after doing a google search that [...]
I made this recipe today for the first time and it was SO delicious. Partly because the strawberries are the last of the harvest from our garden (I love eating the food we grow so much!) and also because I adore rose water. Any time I can infuse something with the smell or taste of [...]
I just made these beauties for the first time this morning...YUM! Love discovering new go-to recipes and this is definitely one of them. Simple ingredients, quick and easy to make, and everyone in our family gave them a big thumbs up. Next time I'll double the recipe! 1 cup oat flour 1 cup almond flour [...]
I am so delighted. Making the decision to grow some food has brought me so much joy and I feel tremendous appreciation for the simplicity of it all. Especially during a time when I often find myself fluctuating in and out of states of worry, distress and unease. As someone who is relatively new to [...]
"When a widespread difficulty like the Coronavirus pandemic grows, it becomes important to draw on our inner strength. It is the time to pause, reflect and bring wisdom, courage and care to ourselves and those around us. We human beings have survived for a thousand generations, helping one another and inspiring each other. We know [...]
Periods might be tough to talk about sometimes, but they are just a fact of life. Monthly menstruation products are a basic necessity. Nobody should have to pick between feeding their family and being able to afford basic hygiene products. But if you’re living in poverty, access to products can be challenging. For homeless youth [...]
Endometriosis is a common condition affecting 10%–15% of women between the ages of 24 and 40. It is caused by the endometrial tissue, which normally lines the uterus, growing outside the uterus. Endometriosis may contribute to the following symptoms: Pain during menses Pain with intercourse Infertility The common treatment approach is to stop pain, regulate [...]
