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Destination highlight: Costa Rica 🇨🇷 Why C

Destination highlight: Costa Rica 🇨🇷

Why Costa Rica?

It has something to offer for everyone. From the surfer, the adventurer, hiker, beach bum, animal lover, to the night owl.

One of our favourite towns is Santa Teresa, Nicoya Peninsula, situated in a Blue Zone, this place embodies a slow paced and relaxed lifestyle. It has incredible restaurants focusing on organic and sustainability, a beautiful wellness community, incredible surf, safe to say it was easy to fall in love with this enchanting place.

Having travelled here multiple times, both as a couple and a family, I have explored most of the major areas of this beautiful country, and discovered some smaller off the beaten path towns.

If this is a place on your bucket list, please inquire at hello@thebalancedapproach.ca, and let me help you personalize your next adventure! ✈️

A couple of months ago I received my Aussie specia

A couple of months ago I received my Aussie specialist certification through the Australian Tourism Board. 🦘

This March, we’ll be heading on a month-long adventure to Australia with a stop over in Hawaii, and a campervan road trip up the coast of Queensland. 🏝️

If you’ve been to Australia before, comment below a place/restaurant/town to you that stood out! 🌞

In December I got to experience a one of a kind ex

In December I got to experience a one of a kind experience with @virginvoyages cruise line exploring the Eastern Caribbean. 🏝️

Some of my favourite things about Virgin Voyages that I feel set them apart from their competitors are:

🎭The entertainment. The shows were truly spectacular and nothing I have ever seen before in an All Inclusive environment.

🥙The food. As someone who has intolerances and is incredibly picky about good quality food, this was one of the biggest reasons I chose to explore VV and was super impressed. With so many good quality options for a variety of dietary preferences and intolerances, there truly wasn’t enough days to try everything they had to offer!

🧘‍♀️Sustainability and wellness. Two things I seek out to balance out the party and fun of vacation. Virgin constantly had classes from fitness, to yoga, to even workshops on acupuncture, nutrition, and all sorts of holistic modalities. They even have a track that goes around the boat. It is clear in all aspects of their business that they are striving to create more sustainable choices from no buffets to systems in place to reduce their carbon footprint. They definitely embody similar values of The Balanced Approach.

If you want to learn more about Virgin Voyages, head to the link in my bio! There you will find details on cruises they offer, sustainability, and more 🛳️

Ps. Canadians 🇨🇦 : they have a limited time deal on for us to escape this chilly weather (hello -24 C with the windchill today 🥶) send me an email for all the offerings!

What does this mean for The Balanced Approach – Ho

What does this mean for The Balanced Approach - Holistic Wellness? I will still be offering 1:1 nutritional consultations on an application basis, which means my wait times and booking times will be longer. If you have been thinking of working together, please don’t hesitate to reach out. As many know over the last few months who have inquired, if I do not feel I am best to serve you, I have a large referral basis that I will point you in the right direction towards, based on our conversations over our free clarity call.

This platform will continue to be a place where I share nutrition, yoga and wellness, as well as a collaboration of that while travelling, as it’s always been.

Thank you for following along, I’m so excited to finally share this next chapter.

As many of you know, travel has always been a corn

As many of you know, travel has always been a cornerstone of my personal life and business. Over the past four years running The Balanced Approach, my passion for travel has only deepened, and my mission to empower others to explore the world with their little ones has grown stronger. Some of my favourite moments to share here involve living and embodying “The Balanced Approach” while traveling, enjoying local, nutritious, and culturally diverse foods, and discovering businesses that align with our values.

Recently, I earned my Travel Advisor title as an affiliate of Travel Edge, under the mentorship of the incredibly knowledgeable @elsewherebylaura . This experience has boosted my confidence in assisting families, couples, and individuals with their travel plans and custom itineraries. I am excited to continue growing from here.

With a background in holistic nutrition and wellness, I bring a unique perspective to travel, with a special interest in sustainable and authentic getaways. If you’re looking for an adventurous, sun-filled getaway paired with nourishing food and delicious wine, I’d love to help!

While my website’s travel section is being updated, please direct all inquiries and questions to hello@thebalancedapproach.ca.

See next post for how this will impact The Balanced Approach - Holistic Wellness.

Something has been in the works here, stay tuned!

Something has been in the works here, stay tuned! Coming soon 🌴 ✈️

Super excited to be back at @kin_vineyards this su

Super excited to be back at @kin_vineyards this summer! 🧘‍♀️

Come for the yoga and stay for the wine, as well as sunset views (Swipe ➡️for a few years ago)

When?!
Thursday, July 18th, August 8th & August 29th
6PM-7PM

Ticket includes hour long class and a taster flight of wine.

Head to https://kinvineyards.com/shop/ to purchase your ticket!

Looking forward to connecting again at one of my favourite places to teach 🥰 🍷

Share with a friend who loves wine & yoga ✌️

I am very excited to share my completion of @drsar

I am very excited to share my completion of @drsarahduvall Pregnancy and Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist course.

An incredibly informative and fascinating program that I am excited to implement into my practice.

If you are pregnant, postpartum, or dealing with pelvic floor issues, stay tuned for more information on how we can work together in the new year ♥️

Why you need a Holistic Nutritionist ✨ Swipe to

Why you need a Holistic Nutritionist ✨

Swipe to find out more ➡️

OR

DM to book a FREE clarity call.

If you’re still questioning, feel free to click the “Testimonials” stories tab to hear about past clients experiences.

Looking forward to helping you 🙏

Now accepting nutrition clients ✨ Head to www.t

Now accepting nutrition clients ✨

Head to www.thebalancedapproach.ca for more information or send us a DM to set up a free clarity call.

Hello, I’m back after a nice social media break.

Hello, I’m back after a nice social media break. Here is a collection of nourishing food and moments I enjoyed during my hiatus. The following is personal but important to be shared.

I initially took my social media break as I started to notice signs of Postpartum Anxiety. For anyone that knows me personally, or knows my journey that brought me to this profession, it was rooted in my mental health struggles and my purpose to help others.

So I knew this was a possibility and I read, researched and prepared for the potential moment. It definitely snuck up on me by surprise and so, I took a pause to get help, and look inward.

I am still on my healing journey, but felt comfortable starting to connect online again. I didn’t want to continue to share the highlights without the honest truth. I believe social media plays a big role in our most vulnerable moments, and it’s important to know when to disconnect and take time for yourself.

I was able to incorporate routines that I used to have again, and now continue to do so with the addition of being connected again. I will still have my notifications off on socials, in order to choose when to sign on. It’s been easier than I anticipated!

So enjoy these delicious meals and moments like I did, and know they are highlights of a very much bigger picture ♥️

Business & life update ✨ It has been 3 months o

Business & life update ✨

It has been 3 months of loving & learning with baby Vi. It’s been so incredible to see her grow from day 2 (photo 1) to now (photo 4).

Thank you for your patience as I figure out what the new year looks like for The Balanced Approach. I have been taking this time continuing my education and am excited to offer more to my clients in the new year.

Right now, I am taking names down on a waitlist to work together in the new year. By getting on the waitlist, you will receive 2022 pricing, with new services added at no additional cost to you, as well as first choice on appointments when my books open.

This offer will stand until December 24th! Books will open in January/February depending on services needed.

If this is of interest to you or you would like more information - please click the link to our website to contact us, or send us a DM!

I am excited to get back to connecting with clients in 2023. Stay tuned for news on in person classes 🙏

It’s officially August! Our due date month 🥰

It’s officially August! Our due date month 🥰 Getting excited (& a little impatient) for our girl’s arrival.

Violet Wren’s estimated arrival is August 28th.

Just for fun - put your date guesses in the comments! Are we getting a Leo or Virgo? 🌞🌻

📸 @nataliespencerphotography

A few weeks ago I got to explore @innatbayfortune

A few weeks ago I got to explore @innatbayfortune . This space embodies so much of what I believe in, from organic farming practices, sustainable fishing, supporting local, to living off the land. We got a tour of the farm, and ended with a beautiful feast of food as shown in the photos. They were incredible at modifying for my mom and I’s dietary needs.

Ended the night with a gorgeous sun setting view. Highly recommend treating yourself to this experience!

Thank you @chefmichaelsmith 🌿

A little highlight from my much needed relaxing Su

A little highlight from my much needed relaxing Sunday.

A personal update! 💫

Been surrendering to slowing down, as I make my way into my third trimester (next week!)

Been moving to lower intensity workouts such a strength classes at @kaosathletics_ , Pilates classes with @thebellemethod and my own personal yoga practice. Tons of walks and even a little kayak which I hope to do more often in these next few months.

I am so grateful for this journey and couldn’t be where I am without my support. My friends and family and health providers.
@midwiferygroupofottawa
@arcoflifechiro
@ottawacommunityacupuncture
To name a few.

Found a nutritious adult and toddler approved recipe that will definitely be added to my regular rotation: https://dishingupthedirt.com/recipes/spinach-apple-date-muffins-toddler-adult-approved/ by @andreabemis 🌿
(See the third photo, I’ve made these twice already. I modified it with probiotic rich coconut yogurt which worked just as well!) Great to have with my morning coffee.

Been reading lots of books, which I will share some favourites soon.

Still working away on my pregnancy & postpartum courses, as well as taking a push prep course with @thebellemethod 🤓

That’s my little update on life and pregnancy.

I am only taking on a few more nutrition clients this summer, so if you are interested send me a DM to learn more.

Hope you are all doing well and taking breaks from this online space to enjoy the sunshine 🌞

Happy Mother’s Day to all the mothers, those who

Happy Mother’s Day to all the mothers, those who are with us and those who are in our hearts.

To all the mothers to be, mother figures, mothers who have dealt with loss, and mothers who are trying to conceive.

Thank you for your unconditional love and care in everything you do.

❤️

Gloomy mornings call for curry meal prep 🤤 The

Gloomy mornings call for curry meal prep 🤤

There are only a few meals that I can make and eat for days, and curry is one of them.

This beautiful sweet potato, chickpea and spinach curry is from @ohsheglows 🌱

Enjoying the last few weeks of warm, comforting meals on these cool, early spring days.

What’s your favourite meal prep meal? Share in the comments below 👇

I am super excited to finally share with my commun

I am super excited to finally share with my community why I’ve been a bit more quiet on here, as I fully immerse myself in this next adventure of life.

What does this mean for The Balanced Approach?

I’ve been taking this time going back to my studies and expanding my knowledge in prenatal/postpartum nutrition and movement.

Through out this time I will be continuing my education as a pregnancy and postpartum corrective exercise specialist, and will be hosting empowering classes this summer where all moms and moms to be are welcome.

As I am due at the end of August, I will be taking some time off, and will have more details on what that looks like as a self-employed individual closer to. I am still figuring it all out myself!

If you’ve been wanting to work with me, I am still taking on a limited amount of new 1:1 nutrition clients, and would love to chat more with you and support you through your journey to balance 🙏

You may have seen in my stories, I have been absol

You may have seen in my stories, I have been absolutely in love with @we_are_food ‘s cookbook “One”. Not only does she have recipes themed One Pan to Quick, but she focuses on in season and sustainable.

Pictured here is her Crispy potato, polenta and cheese pancake topped with one of my moms farm eggs.

If you’re interested in learning more about Eating with the Seasons in Ontario, as well as exploring a Guided Spring Meditation, join us virtually on April 20th at 5:30pm in partnership with the Senior Organic Growers Association (@canadianorganic ) .

Tickets can be purchased on EventBrite : https://www.eventbrite.ca/o/senior-organic-gardeners-32398310693?fbclid=IwAR2ddo4KLLQZWxGXMd9g5dznMMsamZufiLHhFv-Jsh0rWjwcyaoDvn0iChI

🌼🌞

New offering ✨ 1:1 Private Yoga Sessions Looki

New offering ✨

1:1 Private Yoga Sessions

Looking to increase flexibility and gain strength? These alignment based 1 on 1 yoga sessions are for you.

As a Certified Personal Trainer & Yoga Teacher, I will support you to:

-Expand (or begin 💗) your yoga practice

- Increase flexibility which will support your daily activities, as well as strength training.

- Build a beautiful new habit that reduces stress and brings about mental clarity.

Ready to meet you, where ever you are in your practice 🙏

Interested in learning more? Send us a DM and we’ll schedule a phone call.

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