By Courtney Elmes In recent years, I have been exploring how the intersections of Sacred Earth practices and Climate Activism interweave and balance out. What is obvious to me now, though perhaps worlds apart for some, is that both come together naturally, entwining with ease when one cares deeply for the Earth. First, to dive […]
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By Dr Sairupa Krishnamurti, N.D and Ayurveda Practitioner Pregnancy is a beautiful journey filled with excitement and anticipation, but for many expectant parents, the early days can be marred by morning sickness. Nausea during pregnancy commonly occurs in the first trimester. Ayurveda (the ancient system of holistic healing from India/South Asia) offers valuable insights into
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By Dr Sairupa Krishnamurti, N.D and Ayurveda Practitioner The postpartum period, also known as the fourth trimester and in Sanskrit as Sutika Kala, is a sacred time for both the mother/parent and the baby. In Ayurveda, (the ancient system of holistic healing from India/South Asia), special emphasis is placed on postpartum care to promote the
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Each of us has a journey to meditation. Mine began early, and at the same time not a moment too soon, in my junior year in high school. That was when my Social Studies teacher gave me my first survival tool. He explained that humans were stimulus-response machines. We had buttons other people pressed, triggering
In Ayurveda, the prenatal period is considered a critical time for a mother’s health and the growth and development of the baby. A prenatal Ayurvedic diet aims to support the mother’s health and provide the necessary nutrients for the baby’s growth. It’s important to note that every woman’s body is unique, and the dietary needs
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Yoga has long been known for its calming and healing effects. Yet, when working with students who have special needs or traumatic experiences, teachers must be equipped to use language in a mindful manner that is respectful of each student’s unique journey. In order to create an environment in which all can feel
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Traditionally Brahmaree Breath helps us travel inward… this humming sound is soothing for the nervous system. Learn more about breathwork for pregnancy & postpartum to connect with your baby, during birth and afterbirth in our upcoming course with Dr. Sairupa Krishnamurti, N.D in Ayurveda for Pregnancy & Postpartum online course. Dr. Sairupa is a Naturopathic
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By Dr Sairupa Krishnamurti, N.D and Ayurveda Practitioner Nutrition is crucial during pregnancy… but not only for the birthing parent or the baby! What we do during the pregnancy has an effect on the quality of the lactation after the pregnancy. Interested to learn more? Join us for the course the nutured way- Ayurveda for
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INTERESTED TO LEARN MORE? JOIN US FOR THE COURSE THE NUTURED WAY- AYURVEDA FOR PERINATAL CARE WITH DR. SAIRUPA. Dr. Sairupa is a Naturopathic Doctor (ND) and Ayurveda Practitioner. She is also a home-birth mama of 2 sweethearts and an advocate for peaceful birthing and nurtured postnatal care. She has a clinical practice that focuses
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What does your yoga look like? Perhaps it shows up for you as a weekly class, where you explore moving your body in and out of shapes. Perhaps your yoga is stillness, as you guide your consciousness and soothe your nervous system through meditation. Maybe your yoga shows up as patience and compassion. Yoga is
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