Your Complete Guide to Prenatal Care: Support for Every Trimester at Oona
Looking for comprehensive prenatal care in Toronto or Newmarket? At Oona Wellness Group, our team of licensed healthcare practitioners provides expert pregnancy support through every trimester. Whether it’s prenatal chiropractic, pelvic floor physio, or simply knowing you’re in good hands, our integrated care helps you feel strong, supported, and ready for whatever’s next. First Trimester…
Debunking Common Myths About Perimenopause and Menopause
Menopause is a natural phase in a woman’s life, marking the end of menstrual cycles, typically occurring between the ages of 45 and 55. The transition leading up to menopause, known as perimenopause, can start several years earlier. Despite being a universal experience, menopause is often surrounded by myths and misconceptions, leading to confusion, unnecessary…
The Hidden Struggle: Anxiety and Depression in Perimenopause and Menopause
When we talk about menopause, the conversation often revolves around hot flashes, night sweats, and unpredictable cycles. But what about the mental health impact? Many women are blindsided by the anxiety, low mood, and even full-blown depression that can accompany perimenopause and menopause. If you’ve been feeling unusually irritable, overwhelmed, or down during this stage…
How to Maintain Heart Health During Perimenopause and Menopause
Why Heart Health Matters in Perimenopause and Menopause Perimenopause and menopause are often associated with symptoms like hot flashes, mood swings, and disrupted sleep, but one of the most important yet overlooked aspects of this transition is heart health. Estrogen, which plays a protective role in cardiovascular function, naturally declines during perimenopause and menopause. This…
How Menopause Impacts Bone Health: What You Need to Know
Perimenopause and Menopause are significant transitions in a woman’s life, bringing with them a host of physical and hormonal changes. While symptoms like hot flashes, mood swings, and sleep disturbances often take center stage, the impact of menopause on bone health is just as important—but often overlooked. As estrogen levels decline, bones can become more…
How Does Peri/Menopause Affect Sleep Quality?
Perimenopause and menopause are natural stages of life, but they can come with some frustrating side effects—one of the most common being disrupted sleep. Many women find themselves tossing and turning, waking up drenched in sweat, or struggling with insomnia as they navigate this transition. But why does menopause wreak havoc on sleep, and what…
Oona Wellness Group Recognized Among Canada’s Top Growing Women-Led Companies by The Globe and Mail
Toronto, Ontario, March 2025 — Oona Wellness Group Inc. (Oona) is proud to announce its inclusion in The Globe and Mail’s prestigious ranking of Canada’s Top Growing Women-Led Companies. This recognition highlights Oona’s exceptional growth and commitment to excellence under the leadership of Dr. Sarah Mickeler, who has been instrumental in driving the company’s success….
The Gentle Power of Osteopathy for Babies: Helping Your Little One Thrive
What is Pediatric Osteopathy? As parents, we want the best for our children—especially when they’re uncomfortable, fussy, or struggling with sleep and feeding issues. Pediatric osteopathy is a gentle, hands-on therapy designed to support your baby’s health and development. Using gentle and effective techniques, osteopaths help to ease tension, improve movement, and restore balance to…
Pregnancy-Safe Pelvic Floor Exercises
Strengthening your pelvic floor is key during pregnancy. These exercises can help support your growing baby and prepare your body for childbirth by teaching your pelvic floor muscles to contract and relax when needed. Finding Your Pelvic Floor Muscles Need help identifying your pelvic floor muscles? Try briefly stopping your urine mid-flow while you’re on…
What is the Difference Between Perimenopause and Menopause?
Navigating the world of hormones and bodily changes as we age can sometimes feel like entering a maze, especially when it comes to understanding perimenopause and menopause. If you’re a woman between the ages of 35-55, you might have already noticed some shifts in your body that have left you wondering whether you’re entering perimenopause,…
How to Do Breast Compressions During Breastfeeding
Hi everyone, Rose Le Blanc here, just coming on to talk about breast compressions. I’m one of the lactation consultants at Oona Wellness in Toronto location. Breast compressions are something that are helpful to do when the milk flow has slowed down. If babies’ drinking has slowed down, it can help babies start drinking again,…
