International Self-Care Day July 24, 2024
International Self-Care Day is July 24, 2024. We asked NH staff how they practice self-care and why it’s important to them – this is what they said:Why is self-care important to you?Many staff mem...
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Redefining self-care: More than bubble baths!
When you hear the term self-care, what comes to mind? Is it getting a manicure or a facial? Self-care is often promoted in these limited ways, but it’s so much more! What is self-care? July 24...
Mental Health Week in Canada is May 1-7
When we talk about mental health, a lot of people think about mental illnesses (depression, anxiety, and more). While “mental health” and “mental illness” are often used interchangeably, they ...
Holiday Survival Toolkit: Holiday mental wellness
The holidays are stressful for everyone, but they can be especially difficult for some. Whether it’s the darkness of winter, financial and family pressures, or the social demands of the season, it c...
12 Things to Know this Holiday Season: Day five – practice self-care
The holiday season can be busy, but don’t forget to take care of yourself! Try the NESTS approach to self-care. This approach is typically given to new moms/parents who are dealing with the transiti...
Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day – Oct 15
Please note that this article may trigger emotional responses in some readers. Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day (October 15) is a day to break the silence around the thousands of people ac...
Feeding the postpartum family: Healthy eating is part of self-care
This story was co-written by Lise Luppens and Randi Parsons. There's no doubt about it: babies change our lives. As a society, we often focus on the joy that new babies bring, but we also know that...
