Parenting is a journey that stretches our hearts, minds, and bodies in ways we never imagined. From the sleepless nights of infancy to the emotional roller coasters of parenting teens, caring for others begins with caring for ourselves. That’s where Body and Mind comes in — a supportive hub for your physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing as a parent.
Whether you’re navigating postpartum recovery, exploring ways to support your child’s unique needs, seeking safety tips for your growing family, or simply looking for a moment of encouragement in someone else’s story — you’ll find it here. We’ve organized this resource into meaningful sections to make it easier to find what you need, when you need it.
Land Acknowledgement
This land has welcomed First Nations from across Turtle Island, and settlers and visitors from around the world. Alberta lands are part of Treaties 4, 6, 7, 8 and 10, and the homeland of the Métis.
Alberta Mamas respects and celebrates the sovereignty, lands, histories, languages, knowledge systems and cultures of all Indigenous, Métis, and Inuit nations. We are striving to better listen, understand, and learn from the Indigenous ways of knowing, being and doing.
We are all Treaty people.
Table of Contents
General Health & Wellbeing
Taking care of yourself doesn’t have to be complicated — sometimes it’s as simple as going for a walk, booking that eye exam, or making time for a little kindness. These posts offer practical tips and real-life inspiration to support your overall health and wellbeing as a parent.
- Vision Health: What You NEED to Know!
- Back To School Eye Exams
- What it’s Really Like to Give Blood & Why You Should Do It
- Cheap Self-Care Ideas and a DIY Sugar Scrub Recipe
- Get Outside and Walk
- NEW YEAR, NEW AMBITIONS TO HAVE BETTER HEALTH
- Self Care Made Easy: Mobile Massage YEG
- Boost Your Immunity Naturally
- How Kindness Leads to Happier Healthier Kids
Safety
Practical advice to keep your home, outings, and daily routines safe for all ages.
Mental Health
Because taking care of your mind is just as important as caring for your body — for both you and your kids.
- Mental Health Resources in Alberta
- Five Funk Defying Podcasts
- 5 Strategies to Reduce the Stress of Motherhood
- DON’T BE A MEAN MOM
- Bringing Mindfulness to your Digital World
- Social Media Stress & A Break
- 3 Ways I’m Getting Some Me Time This Summer
- 7 Simple Ways to Refresh and Rejuvenate This Summer
- Survival Tips for the Introvert During the Holidays
- The Struggle Is Real :: Getting Stuff Done When You’ve Got Depression
- Worry Dolls – What Are They and Why Do You Need To Get Some Right Now?
- Relax, Rejuvenate and Re-energize at Breathe, Women’s Retreats
- You Are Not Alone! Suicide Prevention Week
- Be Brave Ranch : The Child Sexual Abuse Survivor Program
Personal Stories
Real-life experiences from parents in our community — honest, inspiring, and often exactly what you need to feel less alone.
- Parenting in a Panic (Motherhood with Generalized Anxiety)
- How I’m Coping with Grief and Injustice
- After the Fire – the Community of Grief
- I Take Pills To Help Manage My Anxiety – And That’s Ok
- 5 Ways I (Pretty Much) Conquered My Anxiety
- Mama’s Mental Health – When the Juggling Act Becomes a Larger Problem
- It’s Christmas! Why aren’t I “Merry & Bright”?
- How does she do it?
- EFFICIENCY OBSESSED MOM
- I quit dieting. Here’s why…
- The Importance of Getting Away
- Parent Vacation: Travelling without your spouse or kids (aka this mothers massive guilt trip)
- A Better Me, A Better Mom
- Finding Balance
- Count Your Blessings
- So, my 2-year old calls 911…
- Balance, Books and Being a Better Mom
- Silence Is Golden
- Everything Changes
- Hobbies? Ha! What hobbies?
The First Year – Baby & Mommy
The first year of motherhood is full of change — physically, emotionally, and in just about every other way. These posts offer real advice, encouragement, and relatable stories to help you navigate pregnancy, postpartum recovery, maternity leave, and the huge identity shift that comes with becoming “Mom.”
- Five things to know about your body when you’re pregnant
- Float Therapy – Easing Pregnancy Aches and Anxieties
- 5 Helpful Tips for Traveling during Your Babymoon
- When can I start running again???
- Mat Leave Survival Guide For First Time Moms
- Moving Out at Seven Months – Or Across the Hallway
- Career-minded mama, you’re not alone!
- The Mommy Tribe is Born in Alberta
- How to Keep Your Resume Fresh While Staying At Home
- How to Survive Having a Newborn as an Oilfield Wife
Parenting Kids with Special Needs
Resources and stories for families navigating the unique joys and challenges of raising a child with special needs.
Style
Practical fashion, self-care, and confidence boosters that fit your parenting life.
- How to Host a Clothing Swap!
- 10 Ways to Update Your Wardrobe on a Budget
- I bought a bathing suit online and it wasn’t terrible
- 5 Things I Learnt About Growing Out My Grey Hair
- How Fashion Can Boost Your Mood and Confidence as a Mom
- Spring Fashion for the Busy Mom
- 12 Travel Essentials for Your Dream Mountain Escape
- SkirtsAFire
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