Robin's Nest Family Care
319 Woolwich Street N1H 3W4 Guelph, ON, Canada

May 2021 be everything that 2020 wasn’t, Happy New Year everyone!

Happy holidays to you and yours

With 2020 quickly coming to end remembering to use your benefits is the best way to take care of yourself and put you in a great frame of mind for 2021!

Thank you to those brave men and women who stood up and to those who continue to stand, we salute you.

A great big THANK YOU from The Nest to everyone that is willing to stand up when needed.

These last five years have been amazing, thank you to everyone for being apart of our wonderful journey. We can’t thank you enough, for all your trust and acceptance. We love you Guelph!

Feeling grateful for our incredible community, our clients who trust us as partners in their wellness, our team of incredible humans, and for the resilience that we see growing around and within us through these changing and challenging times. Also wanting to acknowledge the complexity of holidays like this one in our country's history of colonization and appropriation, and our ongoing responsibility to be aware of, leaning about, and healing those injustices that continue t...o this day. Wishing you all a happy and safe Thanksgiving weekend. #fromoournesttoyours #robinsnestfamilycare #thanksgiving2020 #happythankagiving

Today, a word from our house Developmental Movement Trainer and NeruOptimal Brain Training Coach, Joanne "Hand clapping games are so much fun and a great way to connect with your child. You can share your favorites from your childhood. They also help develop many important foundational skills necessary for academic learning such as bilateral coordination, crossing the midline, patterning, sequencing, eye hand coordination and more!" Interested in learning more about hand-cl...apping games? Check out triumphantlearning.com/hand-clap-games Interested in learning more about promoting healthy brain development in your kids (or yourself)? Follow the link in our bio to book with Joanne :)" #neuroptimal #neuroplasticity #robinsnestfamilycare #fromournesttoyours #neurofeedbacktraining

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My dad was a car mechanic. He could drive a car, listen to the sounds it made, figure out what was wrong with it, and then go in and fix it. I often think of the the way that I work with clients in a similar way: I get to listen to them talk about what they are experiencing, then we both get quiet and I listen to what their body is telling me. Its all interconnected. I can sit at your feet and notice something thats not right in your sinuses. I figure out what is going on ...in the body that is preventing it from doing the beautiful autoregulation that it is designed to do. I am a mechanic of human bodies but my job is not to fix it. My job is to figure out why it is not fixing itself. - Robin #fromoournesttoyours #nobinsnestfamilycare #osteopathy

Pulling this gem out of the deep well of recipe inspiration from our house holistic nutritionist @infinite_wellness1 Try these sweet potato energy bites for a sweet (secretly healthy) treat #recipe #fromoournesttoyours ... #holisticnutrition See more

Happy Friday and congratulations on all the fiesta that so many families have made it through this week! A simple post today to remind you of all the goodness that there is to be had at the clinic. We created this team to be multidisciplinary on purpose. We did that becausewe believe that the best way for you to be as healthy as possible is to have easy access to the right kind of support as quickly as possible. We created a team that has a rich variety and depth of knowle...dge and that is made up of practitioners who talk to each other, who get that your time is valuable, and that the time that they get to spend with you is a precious window in which they get to be your partner on your path through life, health, pain, growth, parenthood, sickness.... all of it. There is magic inside these walls! #fromournesttoyours #robinsnestfamilycare #osteopathy #massagetherapy #holisticnutrition #pediatricoccupationaltherapy #clinicalsocialwork #reiki #bowentherapy #neuroptimal #lactationconsultant #naturopathiccare

For anyone who is parenting or supporting parents of young ones starting their solid food journey, check out the fantastic offering from our house ND Janine. https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/baby-food-introduction-class-on #fromournesttoyours #foodismedicine #foodbeforeone #robinsnestfamilycare ... #nturopathiccare See more

Here we are in the last week before school starts!! Holy moly! Its ok. Take a deep breath. Youve got this. Weve got this. Whether you bought all your school supplies for this year when they were on sale last year, or whether you are just now realizing that your kids lunchbox has become a biohazard because it hasnt been cleaned since March... Youve still got this. ... We love the helpful return to school tips being shared by @shannon.rolph.ot Check out this great one about easing into routines (remember THOSE??!!) You can also book a consult with Shannon via the link in our bio for some personalized support and game-planning. #fromournesttoyours #pediatricoccupationaltherapy #robinsnestfamilycare #backtoschool

We are always learning. Our brains are always forming new pathways that we experience as habits, thoughts, feelings, and truths. Heading into the fall means back to school for some, back to work for some, new routines, and "figure it out" for many of us. Brain training can help us all (littles and bigs) to move through change, routine, and challenges in healthy ways. Especially if you (and/or your family) are feeling the stress if uncertain times this fall, simple brain trai...ning techniques can help build your resilience. We are excited to be planning a series of posts to share brain health and wellness tips from the brilliant brain of our very own NeurOptimal trainer Joanne! NeurOptimal is a brain-training program that supports the brains natural ability to self-regulate for optimal functioning. It works with the brains natural superpowers to learn, adapt, and self-organize. Keep and eye out for upcoming posts featuring Joannes tools and techniques over the next few weeks. And if you would like a deeper dive, you can book in with Joanne in the Nest (link in bio). #fromournesttoyours #neuroptimalneurofeedback #neuroptimal #neurofeedback #baintraining

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Vitamin D is fantastically essential to our immunity and overall health, and as northern climate dwellers, Vitamin D deficiencies are an all-year-round thing to think about. Here are a few foods to keep in mind as sources of Vitamin D, even when the sun is shining! 1) Mushrooms 2) Salmon 3) Egg yolks... 4) Fortified foods (milks, juice, tofu) 5) Cheese Our in-house naturopath Dr. Janine is a huge fan of testing Vitamin D levels to ensure proper dosage and food strategies so if you are curious or feeling like its time for a tune up, you can check the link https://rnfc.janeapp.com/loc/robin-s-nest-family-care/book to book an appointment #fromournesttoyours #immunesupport #complementarycare #foodismedicine

Summertime sniffles are still a thing. Yes even though we are all being so careful and washing our hands, and bubbling and masking and distancing.... sniffles and sore throats can still happen. In these pandemic times, even common sore throats can be reason for concern so do go for COVID testing and/or self-isolate appropriately if you have symptoms and/or have been exposed to someone with a confirmed case. ...aaaaand.... Here is Robins favourite "nip it in the bud" sore t...hroat response to help with sore throat symptoms and give the body a boost that even her kids will happily take: 1 tsp diced garlic 1 tsp raw honey EAT IT! .....a little lemon tea wont hurt either. #fromournesttoyours #foodismedicine #complementarycare

Yes, yes, yes, please remember to wash your hands!!! In our current pandemic context, PLEASE keep those hands clean.... But does it feel like we are losing something important at the same time as keeping ourselves and our families safe from COVID-19? There is some truth to the old saying that we should all eat a peck of dirt in our lifetimes. We love this blog post by our in-house Naturopathic Dr. Janine about simple and important ways that we can all be boosting our microbi...ome to support our bodies health and natural immunity, including: Eating leafy greens Eating a variety of vegetables Eating food grown in healthy, microbe-rich soil GETTING DIRTY!!!! Check out Dr. Janines full blog post here (https://ndguelph.ca//building-your-microbiome-with-vegetab) and if youd like to talk more about ways that you can support your overall health and immunity (while being COVID-conscious), you can book an appointment with Dr. Janine at Robins Nest (https://rnfc.janeapp.com/loc/robin-s-nest-family-care/book) #fromournesttoyours #Immunesupport #eatdirt #changinglives

The past few months have had a dramatic effect on the amount of time we spend with people. Some folks have found themselves cut off from friends of family for fear of COVID-19 infection. Others have found themselves becoming more familiar than they EVER wanted to be with certain family members habits and needs ("do you HAVE to chew like THAT??!!") because of the order to stay within our bubbles. Both ends of this spectrum are stressful in their own ways and we hope that you...ve found time over this long weekend to spend some time regenerating in whatever ways you needed. Maybe you needed some alone time. Maybe you needed to do something fun with your kids so you could remember that you love them... and maybe you made it through the weekend and now you need to book a massage ;) book here: https://rnfc.janeapp.com/ #wereallinthistogether #selfcare #complementarycare #fromournesttoyours

Two lucky people can still get in tomorrow for an amazing massage.

"Sitting on the sidelines is safe and being in the game is powerful. You chose the life you want to live!.... Even in a Pandemic. What could being in the game look like for you today?"

We get so busy, often we forget the simple things.

Well done to everyone this year. Wed also like to acknowledge the moms, dads, and grandparents who helped along the way. You are all Rockstars in our books. Enjoy the day!

The Nest is growing again! We are a passionate group and are in search of some like-minded practitioners to join our team. If making changes in people lives excites you, then check out www.robinsnestfamilycare.com/job-postings/ for more information. If you know someone please share this we will accepting resume until July 25th.

To all the Dads out there, keep being awesome!

Taking the time to keep you safe!

Were Opening - https://mailchi.mp/robinsnestfamilycare/were-opening

Our doors are opening soon! Were so excited to introduce some amazing ideas weve been working on to help you in your healthcare journey. Well be revealing all in the next few weeks! Thank you for your patience and support. We look forward to getting back and helping our community

Were setting up for our reopening and weve got a few tips to ensure youre ready for your in-clinic or virtual appointment NEW: We now have self check-ins! Dont forget to use your phone to log in to your JaneApp account and scan the QR code on our front door.

It may not be summer yet but were already loving the sunshine!

Theres always time for #GratitudeAttitude and today were grateful for all of you! Thank you for your continued support through social media, virtual appointments, and our online workshops

Our online appointment portal comes with a few neat features when it comes time to meet with your practitioner. Use an icon to raise your hand at any time when you have a question for your practitioner or something youd like to share. A simple button allows you or your practitioner to show information by screen sharing.... Werent able to find a clear spot to take your appointment call? You can blur your background to take the focus off of whats behind you.

Havent booked an online appointment yet? You can get started with just a few easy steps! 1. Visit our website at robinsnestfamilycare.com. 2. Click on Make An Appointment in the top right corner. 3. Sign In or Sign Up to our secure online portal.... 4. Click on Book an Appointment on your dashboard. 5. Choose your practitioner, treatment, and time. 6. Receive your confirmation link by email. And youre done! Check our website to see a list of practitioners available for online appointments

Looking to eat healthy and cut down meal prep time? Natasha has a few tips for you!

Our last segment in the How to Support Your Immune System series focuses on lifestyle. Weve got a few practical suggestions to incorporate into your day: Restful sleep, 8-9 hours per night... Actively taking time to relax and reflect Limiting exposure to screen time, including social media Connecting with loved ones, including pets Journalling to process thoughts and emotions Finding methods of self-care that work for you By taking a holistic approach, you truly take charge of supporting your overall health and well-being. Small changes can equal big results and we wish you the best in your health journey! Natasha Short

Nourishment is a great start to supporting our immune function but sometimes we need help in restoring body balance. Supplements such as the ones below can help! To fight upper respiratory infections: Echinacea Astragalus ... Herbal blends Immune modulators to help balance: Mushroom Complexes Vitamin D3 Zinc Lozenges/Capsules Supplements with antiviral and antioxidant properties: Vitamin C Quercetin These supplements can be found at your favourite local health store. Dont forget to check with a health provider before instituting a health program! Tune in tomorrow for Natashas Tip 3

Our Holistic Nutritionist, Natasha Short, is here with a three-part series on How To Support Your Immune System. Todays topic is nutrition! Nourishment is key in supporting our body, mind, and soul. Dairy, sugar, wheat, and refined foods can depress immune function.... Healthier alternatives include: Organic, probiotic rich yogurt, kefir, or trying a dairy-free alternative such as coconut or almond yogurt Natural sugars like fruits, raw honey, and maple syrup Gluten-free grains such as oats, quinoa, buckwheat, rice, or organic sprouted wheat Whole foods over packaged Other great additions: Guava, kiwi, strawberries, and yellow, orange or red bell peppers Green or purple leafy vegetables Coconut, MCT oil, or ghee and grass fed butter Raw or dry roasted nuts and seeds Bone and vegetable broths Tune in tomorrow for Tip 2!