The Importance of Maintaining Sleep Routines for Babies and Toddlers Over the Summer
Summer brings longer days, warmer weather, and fun activities. For many families, this means vacations, late-night barbecues, and spontaneous trips to the park. While these activities are great for family bonding and creating lasting memories, they can disrupt your child’s sleep routine. Maintaining a consistent sleep schedule during the summer months is crucial for your…
Understanding Postpartum Thyroiditis
You may have heard of Postpartum Thyroiditis, but perhaps you don’t know what it’s all about, so we’re here with a handy primer for you. What is Postpartum Thyroiditis? Postpartum thyroiditis is a postpartum autoimmune disorder, affecting around 5% of postpartum women, which makes it relatively common, and it can have quite significant effects on…
Top 10 Must-Have Postpartum Products
Bringing a new life into the world can be a magical experience, but it also comes with its own set of challenges, especially during the postpartum period. As a new parent, taking care of yourself is just as important as caring for your newborn. To help make your postpartum journey smoother and more comfortable, here…
The Mental Health Benefits of Sunshine
Now that another winter is behind us, the arrival of spring brings with it more than just blooming flowers and chirping birds. As the days stretch longer and we can feel the warmth of the sun, there’s a tangible shift in our mood and mental well-being. In this blog, we’ll discuss the profound mental health…
Understanding Autism: Celebrating World Autism Awareness Day
April is a month dedicated to raising awareness about autism spectrum disorder (ASD), a condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide. On April 2nd, we observe World Autism Awareness Day, a time to promote understanding, acceptance, and inclusion for individuals on the autism spectrum. At Oona, we’re passionate about fostering understanding, acceptance, and support for…
March is Endometriosis Awareness Month
Endometriosis is a painful gynaecological condition, which can cause significant loss of quality of life and daily function in women. Endometriosis occurs when the tissue that normally lines the inside of the uterus grows outside of it, and this tissue grows and bleeds in sync with the menstrual cycle. Symptoms of Endometriosis Include: Heavy menstrual…
Top Family Day Activities to Create Lasting Memories this Winter
Family Day in the winter (such as it is this year!) is a perfect opportunity to create unforgettable memories with your loved ones. While the temperatures may be chilly, the warmth of togetherness can make it the most magical time of the year. In this blog, we’ll explore the top things to do on Family…
Congrats! You’re pregnant!.… Now what?
Discovering that you’re pregnant can be an incredibly exciting and life-changing time. Oftentimes, pregnant people get excited about a positive test and then find themselves thinking “now what?” In this blog post, we’ll discuss a few things that pregnant people should consider once they find out they’re expecting. Confirm your pregnancy Pregnancy test strips are…
Holiday Adventures: Top Family-Friendly Activities in Toronto and Beyond
The Holiday season is a magical time for families to come together and create cherished memories. Toronto and the GTA, with their festive spirit and diverse offerings, have a ton of options for celebrating the holidays with your loved ones. In this guide, we’ll explore a list of family-friendly activities that will make your holiday…
Postpartum C-Section Support
We’re often asked how our practitioners can help support parents after they’ve experienced a cesarean birth. Here’s how some of our practitioners can help whether it’s 6 weeks after birth or further along in your postpartum period. Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy Physiotherapy can help tremendously following a cesarean birth. Many c-section parents don’t realize that even…
Dolphin Neurostim Scar Treatment after Cesarean Section
If you’ve had a cesarean section, or really any surgery, you would know that your scar could be a bit of an issue afterward. We’re not just talking aesthetically; while most of us can get used to the appearance of a scar over time since they do tend to fade, and thankfully a c-section scar…
