Q - Since becoming pregnant I’ve been having a hard time with constipation. I thought maybe it was from the prenatal vitamins that I have been taking and that my body would adjust, but it doesn’t seem to be getting any better. Read more

Ready to get started? Stroller Strides Canada put together a sample workout for you to try. Feel free to get creative and modify it for your enjoyment.

Warm Up - Stand in front of your baby and roll your head from shoulder to shoulder. Always do head “rolls” in the front, never the back.  After a few of those, do some shoulder rolls. Roll out any kinks and tension you might have in your body. Read more

As excited as new moms are about the birth of their baby, they also can’t believe the body that’s been left behind. Our round, voluptuous body that seemed so beautiful while pregnant is completely transformed! What makes matters worse is that new moms 1) don’t have time to do traditional exercise and 2) shouldn’t be dieting. Read more

Contrary to popular belief that we tend to gain between 5 and 10 pounds over the holiday season, a research study from the National Institute of Health (NIH) found that in reality we gain on average 1 pound. Read more

Q - I am 30-weeks pregnant, and wondering if it's safe to perm my hair.  I know the general suggestion is no, but in a handout my doctor gave me, it writes 'occasional' is fine.  I am confused.  Please help! Read more