Wellbe Family Wellness
1059 Gerrard Street E M4M 1Z7 Toronto, ON, Canada

hey there, mama-to-be pregnancy is such an amazing journey and it's different for everyone. our virtual prenatal peer support group, taking place this thursday at 7:30 pm, is a safe space for you to connect with other expectant mothers to discuss mental health and wellness during pregnancy. led by wellbe's social workers + psychotherapists Lisa Azzopardi and Caitlin Beukema, this session is a great way to connect, share stories and learn about new coping strategies. visit our website to learn more about this support group and to save your spot: https://www.hellowellbe.com//pregnancy-peer-support-group-

happy thanksgiving to our wellbe family this year, gratitude has been such an important thing for us. we're unbelievably grateful that we have such an amazing community around us and that you've supported us through a first year that had quite a few surprises. we're grateful that we've had a chance to touch so many lives and that we've been able to help those who need it. we're grateful for our talented, kind, and hard-working team that has become more than that; they've become our family. we're grateful that we have an opportunity to keep growing, learning, and healing. we're grateful for you; thank you for being a part of our journey. what are you grateful for this year? take a little time today to reflect on the things that you are thankful for, no matter how big or small they may be

are you going to be indulging in a thanksgiving meal this weekend? while we love gobbling up all of those tasty dishes, we know that eating such a rich, filling meal can do a number on your stomach! the following tips (thanks to wellbe's registered nutritionist Sabrina Virdee) will help you to avoid the bloat and discomfort that can follow this delicious meal! taking a digestive enzyme before an indulgent meal will give your body a hand with more efficien...t digestion don't drink too much water right before or right after the meal drinking ginger tea after your meal will help to calm your stomach eat lots of leafy greens don't overdo it on the starchy foods (that includes brussels sprouts + green beans) what are your favourite thanksgiving dishes? See more

how are you doing? today is world mental health day, a topic that is so important to us. in a year that has thrown all of us for a loop, looking after your mental health has never been more important. mental health: is worthy of your attention is not shameful or something you need to be embarrassed of... is something that deserves to be prioritized affects all of us doesn't just come up when you're feeling stressed out can affect your physical health if you're going through something, know that you're not alone. mental health is something that affects all of us, in different ways, and you never need to feel ashamed or scared to ask for help. we're always here to help + listen in any way we can. everyone is fighting their own invisible battle, so remember to be kind, compassionate, and listen. check in on your friends and family. ask how they are doing. remind them that they are important + special check out our stories today for mental health tips and resources. if you would like to know more about our therapy options and how they might help, visit our website. always remember that you matter, you are worthy, and you deserve to be happy See more

on the blog: the fab fave, our fave smoothie recipes want to get your day off to an amazing start every morning? blending your produce into delicious smoothies is the perfect way to get a boost of nutrients, good fats + protein that will last you until lunch! in this post, wellbe's holistic nutritionist, Sabrina Virdee, shares 5 of her favourite smoothie recipes that you'll want to incorporate into your morning routine. they're all delicious and nutritious - we think the pumpkin spice warm smoothie is a must-try this month! visit our website for this and other great posts from our practitioners: https://www.hellowellbe.com//fab-five-fave-smoothie-recipes what are your favourite smoothie ingredients?

ANNIVERSARY GIVEAWAY we kicked off our anniversary celebrations yesterday and we want to thank you so much for all of the love and support that you've given us over the past twelve months. we wouldn't be here without you and we're so lucky + happy that you're part of our wellbe family! as a thank you for being there for us, we want to do a little something for you - what's a birthday celebration without some gifts, right? to help you celebrate with us, we...'re giving away a free treatment ($150 value) to one lucky winner. to enter to win: like our page like this post and comment below letting us know what treatment you would like to try or what wellbe means to you tag a friend who would love to try us out! for a bonus entry, share this post in your stories we're also going to be giving away a treatment to one of our lucky newsletter subscribers. if you haven't signed up for our mailing list yet, head to the link in our bio to do so - you'll be the first to know about upcoming events + workshops, special offers, and more this giveaway is open to residents of Canada and runs until 11:59 pm est on October 31, 2020. this giveaway is not affiliated with Instagram. giveaway winner will be randomly selected and contacted via DM. good luck! See more

nourish with Sabrina: top 5 health food must-haves pt. 2 want to make some healthy changes to your diet? wellbe's registered nutritionist @sabrinavirdee takes you through her top 5 health food must-haves in this episode of nourish with Sabrina. join her next Tuesday at 8 pm on it live for changes you'll want to make in your pantry.

nourish with Sabrina: top 5 health food must-haves pt. 1 want to make some healthy changes to your diet? wellbe's registered nutritionist Sabrina Virdee takes you through her top 5 health food must-haves in this episode of nourish with Sabrina. join her next Tuesday at 8 pm on it live for changes you'll want to make in your pantry.

wellbe turns one today's a very special day for us because it marks one year since we opened our doors and welcomed you all in the past twelve months have been nothing short of amazing. even though 2020 threw a bit of a curveball our way, we made it through our first year thanks to your incredible support. between our fantastic patients and our talented team we truly have the best family we could have asked for! thank you for all of your support; we're grateful every sing...le day to have you on our side! the celebration doesn't stop today though! join us all month for a look at how wellbe came to be, some exciting giveaways and lots of little surprises the wellbe hive is going to keep buzzing away; we're so happy that you've decided to join us for the journey! get ready, because we have so much more in store for you

when you think about healthy living, what comes to mind? is it making sure your body gets the right nutrients? finding different ways to get active? researching new trends to try? ... taking care of yourself might not always seem easy, but taking the time to listen to your body and give it what it needs is a great way to start. if you're having trouble deciding where to begin, our practitioners have knowledge in many different areas and they can help you figure out where you can benefit the most! healthy living can definitely be fun and we're excited to show you exactly how that can be ps. want to get in on some fun + healthy nutrition tips? join wellbe's registered nutritionist @sabrinavirdee on Instagram live tonight at 8 + for the next two tuesdays - she'll be sharing some great knowledge that you'll love! See more

on the blog: pediatric physio Casey's fave five balancing exercises want to work on balance with your littles? it's easier than you think + you don't need any fancy equipment to do so! Casey O'Dwyer, wellbe's pediatric physiotherapist, is sharing five of her favourite exercises, like soccer stops and balance beam courses, that you can try at home to help your kiddos work on their balance. they're all easy to try and your little ones will have lots of fun working on them! visit our website to learn more about these fun, at-home exercises and to find out about how you can book a visit for the kiddos with Casey: https://www.hellowellbe.com//pediatric-physio-five-balance

with the recent rise in COVID-19 cases, we want to reassure you that we're doing everything we can to ensure that you feel comfortable during your visits to our clinic. we've taken extra precautions to keep you + your loved ones safe while coming in to see our team; you're part of our family and we want to make sure that you feel as at ease as possible every step of the way want a refresher on some of the steps that we're taking? - pre-visit, you...'ll receive a COVID-19 pre-screening questionnaire. our team is also going through detailed screening prior to coming in. we ask that anyone who is exhibiting symptoms or has been to a high-risk area avoid coming in to the clinic. we are currently waiving cancellation fees who need to cancel appointments due to health concerns - if you're experiencing symptoms or are feeling concerned, reach out to our team and we'll help you out! - we're using hospital-grade cleaning solutions for all treatment tables + tool sterilization, and remain vigilant in our regular, thorough cleaning practices. tables and equipment are sanitized between appointments. - during your visit, masks are required for patients + practitioners while inside the clinic - get ready to smize for us! we also ask that you sanitize your hands before + after your visit (we have sanitizer handy at the door + throughout the clinic for you to use). contactless payments + bookings are also still in effect. - we will be continuing to stagger appointments to avoid congestion for safe physical distancing. please arrive on time for your appointment to keep contact at a minimum. want to know more about the steps that we're taking? visit our website for full details. we're all in this together and we can't wait to see those smiles again one day! See more