Doing relationship after trauma

  A lot of us have experienced some trauma in our lives. Trauma is commonly defined as an event that left us feeling helpless, hopeless or in horror. Sometimes we think we’ve worked through it. Then we end up in a relationship. In the beginning it’s good. We are doing well on our end. But suddenly … Read more

High Stress Tools Workshop

Spaces still available – Saturday January 16, 2016 10am-Noon Are you in a high stress environment? When we are under chronic stress or have experienced a high stress/traumatic event or vicarious trauma we may experience changes to our nervous system. When that happens we end up responding to stressors from our animal fight/flight/freeze defensive part … Read more

December Workshop for Couples with Babies and Young Children

December Couples Workshop: Bonding Time for Couples with Babies/Young Kids Do you have a baby or young child? Parenting babies and young children can be all- consuming. Finding energy to put into your spousal relationship while parenting young kids is hard. Research shows that 70% of relationships experience significant distress after the birth of a baby with distress … Read more

Stages of Couplehood Workshop

Looking for something fun to do with your partner, away from the kids, that will help bring you closer? There is space for 2 more couples in this month’s workshop. Feel relief and increase insight as you hear about normal development and stages of a long-term romantic relationship. Gain tips on how to navigate the various stages. Hear … Read more

How long should Canada’s parental leave be?

Since having my first baby, I’ve always hoped Canada would follow the lead of more progressive countries and move towards a 2 year maternity/paternity leave with full pay, given with flexibility to either parent. Research indicates this would help reduce post-partum depression and anxiety and increase a new mom’s ability to continue breastfeeding. A 2 year leave would also help keep … Read more