What is Prenatal & Postpartum Naturopathic Medicine?
Dr. Alexsia Priolo, Naturopathic Doctor, outlines what to expect after your first prenatal or postpartum visit. So what is naturopathic medicine? Naturopathic medicine is a form of primary health care where we’re blending traditional forms of medicine with contemporary scientific knowledge. So in our toolbox what we’re using are things like clinical nutrition, lifestyle techniques, botanicals,…
What is a Naturopathic Doctor
Dr. Alexsia Priolo ND from Oona explains what a naturopathic doctor is and how one can help. What is a naturopathic doctor? Naturopathic doctors are primary health providers using both natural and conventional medicine to help you achieve your health goals. As previously mentioned we use a wide variety of tools to help you achieve…
How to Book a Virtual Naturopathic Session
Dr. Alexsia Priolo, Naturopathic Doctor, answers questions on how to book a virtual naturopathic visit. How can I book my virtual visit? Now that you know a little bit more about what naturopathic medicine is, how a naturopathic doctor might help, and especially how we might help you know during your reproductive journey, you can…
What to Expect During Virtual Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy
Alison Ribeiro, Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist, answers questions on what you can expect during a virtual/online pelvic floor session. Hi everybody, my name is Alison Ribeiro and I am one of the physiotherapists working at Oona. I work out of the Newmarket location, however, of course with the way that things are right now that really…
Stretches for Lower Back in Pregnancy (Part 1)
Dr Olivia Avolio, Prenatal & Postpartum Chiropractor a, provides stretches to help lower back pain (part 1). Click here for Part 2. Hi Mamas. Today we’re going to go through a couple of stretches that you can do for mid-back pain as well as helping you to open up your chest. A lot of moms…
Stretches for Lower Back in Pregnancy (Part 2)
Dr Olivia Avolio, Prenatal & Postpartum Chiropractor a, provides stretches to help lower back pain (part 2). Click here for Part 1. Go to the wall and we’re going to do another stretch. So you’re going to come to the wall where you’re going to stand hip-width apart. You’re going to bring your arms on…
Breech Babies: Chiropractic and Naturopathic Protocol
Having a breech baby can be stressful, but there are lots that can be done to encourage your little one to flip head-down! Hi mamas. I’m Dr. Olivia and I am a chiropractor at Oona. I’m Dr. Olivia, as well, and I’m the naturopathic doctor at Oona. Today we’re going to go through our breach…
Folate vs Folic Acid During Pregnancy
Dr. Olivia Paul, Naturopath at Oona explains which nutrient you need during pregnancy. Hi everyone. Dr. Olivia Paul here. I wanted to jump on and make a quick video for you explaining the differences between folic acid and folate. We’ll start by talking about folate which is Vitamin B9. It is the active form of…
Learn the ABCs of Releasing a Blocked Milk Duct
Taya Griffin, Lactation Consultant, guides you on how to release a blocked milk duct for breastfeeding. Hi, my name is Taya Griffin, and I’m an Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant in the Toronto area. I’m here to talk about the ABCs of releasing a blocked duct. A: Apply heat. You want to apply heat for…
What Exercises Can I Do Right After Pregnancy?
One question I always hear from my mamas who are about to give birth is, “what exercises can I do immediately post pregnancy?” I love that I get this question so often. It means that mamas out there are aware that it’s important to get back to exercise, but to be reasonable and do it…
How to Care for your Pelvic Floor Postpartum
As a prenatal and postpartum pelvic health physiotherapist, I often get asked by pregnant moms as to when they should come in for their postpartum pelvic floor appointment. The answer? Sometime in the 6-8 weeks postpartum is great for most people. What’s especially important, however, during that 6-8 weeks before you come to see me…
