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Have you ever tried meditation? We were teaching last weekend and talking about meditation as an amazing way to prep for labour. ⁠
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You don't need to do anything special: just start with 5 or 10 minutes each day and concentrate on your breathing. Sit comfortably in a chair or lay down on the sofa or your bed. Breathe in to a count of four and out to a count of four. ⁠
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If you feel uncomfortable, like your hip starts to bother you a little, or you get a thought intruding into your brain, such as what you might make for dinner tonight, it's ok. Just think your thought and then let it go. Come back to your breath. Listen to it coming in and out of your nose. Feel your belly rise and fall with each breath. ⁠
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Do that every day as a small gift to yourself in a busy and hectic life. This is your time to nurture yourself. ⁠
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In time, this practice will help you feel calmer all of the time. It will help keep your blood pressure at healthy levels. It can reduce inflammation in your body lowering your risk of heart disease. And, if can help you manage your upcoming birth in a calmer and more controlled way. ⁠
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You deserve calm and comfort.

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✨✴️QUESTION ✴️✨⁠
What is the lullaby that you sing to your baby? ⁠
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Singing is incredibly soothing for babies but also for parents. Singing to your baby can help to reduce stress for a parent stuck under a baby who might not want to sleep out of arms or when parenting a baby who has been upset and having a tough day. And it can be a great way to play with a baby who is alert.⁠
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It doesn't really matter what you sing, just as long as you sing. ⁠
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When her babies were little Leanne sand two songs, both so sweet and tender. ⁠
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The first was a familiar tune with made up lyrics: ⁠
Go to sleep, little babe⁠
Or I'll sell you on eBay⁠
No I'm kidding⁠
No, not really⁠
Well maybe just a little... ⁠
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The second was a Beatles song called I Will: ⁠
Who knows how long I've loved you⁠
You know I love you still⁠
Will I wait a lonely lifetime⁠
If you want me to, I will⁠
Love you forever and forever⁠
Love you with all my heart⁠
Love you whenever we're together⁠
Love you when we're apart⁠
And when at last I find you⁠
Your song will fill the air⁠
Sing it loud so I can hear you⁠
Make it easy to be near you⁠
For the things you do endear you to me⁠
You know I will⁠
I will⁠
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You can start singing a special song while baby is still tucked away inside and every day after baby is born. The repetition of the soothing song can help to trigger relaxation and connection with your baby. At 12 and 16, Leanne's boys still melt into a cuddle whenever Leanne sings them I Will. If you ever check the monitor late at night when she's working you might even catch her singing quietly to your precious baby. ⁠
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#music #singing #voice #song #goodmusic #happy #sing #lullaby #hamontmoms #hamilton #hamont #burlington #ancaster #dundas #stoneycreek #binbrook #caledonia #oakville #grimsby

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❓QUESTION ❓⁠
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How is your pet reacting to your pregnancy? How did your pet react to your pregnancy or new baby?⁠
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#dogs #dog #pet #animals #cats #animal #puppy #doglover #cat #catlover #ilovemydog #puppies #pup #hamontmoms #hamilton #hamont #burlington #ancaster #dundas #stoneycreek #binbrook #caledonia #oakville #grimsby

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👉💛It's Leanne in action! 💛👈 ⁠
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Leanne LOVES teaching expecting couples. Helping people get the info they need to have understand birth and parenting is one of her best skills. ⁠
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"The thing I love the most about teaching is that people leave class feeling calmer. They are nervous about what will be happening and they are overwhelmed with all the info out there. But in class we break down what's really going on. I give people the essential info they need to get through the experience of birth or to thrive in those first weeks of parenthood. That's why we call the classes Birth Essentials and Baby Essentials! There is no fluff. There are no silly games. We zero right in one what is most important to the folks in class. Few things in life are as satisfying as helping someone feel safer, calmer and excited for the challenges ahead." ⁠
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If you are expecting in the next couple of months but haven't taken a prenatal class, join Leanne this Sunday for Birth Essentials in the morning and Hands On Coping For Birth in the afternoon and come back next Sunday morning for Baby Essentials! ⁠
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Linkin.bio! ⁠
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#pregnancy #maternity #pregnant #babybump #thirdtrimester #babyontheway #expecting #hamontmoms #hamilton #hamont #burlington #ancaster #dundas #stoneycreek #binbrook #caledonia #oakville #grimsby

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🔆CLASS ALERT 🔆⁠
Are you ready for baby? Join us for our awesome 3 hour Baby Essential class to learn everything you need to survive your first weeks and months with your new baby. We will cover feeding, sleep and safety and we will address all of your questions so that YOU get the info you need and you leave class feeling calmer and prepared. ⁠
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Class is happening November 24th at 9:30am in downtown Hamilton. ⁠
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Worried about getting through labour? Come to our Birth Essentials class November 17th at 9:30am and/or Hands On Coping Techniques For Birth November 17th at 2pm⁠
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Go to the link in our bio to register for class now!⁠
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#expectinginhamont #pregnancy #pregnant #breastfeeding #infantfeeding #chestfeeding #infantsleep #healthypregnancy #postpartum #newborn #nursing #hamontmoms #hamilton #hamont #burlington #ancaster #dundas #stoneycreek #binbrook #caledonia #oakville #grimsby

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We remember those who fell defending the countries of others, those who gave their lives fighting evil and those who sacrificed for others in the great wars. We shall never forget what they gave us and why they did it.⁠
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#canadaremembers

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✔️🚗CAR SEAT SAFETY🚗✔️⁠
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The weather is about to get wild in Ontario and we want you and your littles to be safe no matter what happens out on the roads. ⁠
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Remember to put coats and blankets on OVER the secured belts. A typical winter jacket, snowsuit or cozy bag style cover will result in babies and toddlers sliding out of their seats during an accident. ⁠
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Keep littles rear-facing till after 2 years and big kids in boosters till age 8 and over 80lbs. ⁠
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HFD offers car seat safety consultations to make sure your seats are installed correctly, that they are used correctly and you are up-to-date on the laws and recommendations regarding car seat use. Get in touch and we can have someone to your home asap to keep you and your precious cargo safe. ⁠
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#carseat #carseatsafety #babygear #carseats #infasecure #safety #saferide #hamontmoms #hamilton #hamont #burlington #ancaster #dundas #stoneycreek #binbrook #caledonia #oakville #grimsby

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Did you know that when you're not getting as much sleep as you need - 6 to 9 hours - your brain will just shut off parts of your brain when you least expect it? ⁠
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This is why, when you are sleep deprived, you feel foggy headed and can sometimes experience impairment in walking, poor hand-eye coordination and an inability to regulate your emotions. ⁠
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If the cat the only one sleeping in your house now that the baby is here you should get in touch. Whether for just one good night of sleep, a few days or even a few months, we will help you get proper sleep while helping understand and improve your baby's sleep habits.

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🎉 It's FRIDAY! 🎉⁠
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Ready to party? ⁠
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With the holiday celebrations for work and friends and extended family starting soon, what's your fave mocktail or alcohol-free drink to enjoy when you are bump-a-licious? 🍹 ⁠
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#party #mocktails #alcoholfree #fun #dance #celebrate #nightlife #weekend #drinks #celebration #event #festival #hamontmoms #hamilton #hamont #burlington #ancaster #dundas #stoneycreek #binbrook #caledonia #oakville #grimsby

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Hamilton, Halton, Niagara, Brant, Grimsby, St Catherine’s, Caledonia, Ancaster, Dundas, Elfrida, Glanbrook, Stoney Creek, Burlington, Waterdown, Oakville, Mississauga, Milton, Puslinch, Branchton, Binbrook, Winona

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High Risk Pregnancy, Advanced Maternal Age, Prematurity, Twins, IVF, IUI, LGBT+, Gay & Lesbian Parenting, Trans Parents, Parents of Colour, New Canadian Parents, Induction, Overdue, Down Syndrome, High Blood Pressure, Peripartum Mood Disorders, Postpartum Depression and Anxiety, Planned Cesarean Birth, Home Birth, GBS+, Water Birth, Breastfeeding, Chestfeeding, Breast Pumping, Bottle Feeding, Formula Feeding, Finger Feeding, Supplemental Nursing System, Babywearing, Swaddling, Night Nanny, Night Nurse, Circumcision Care, Conventional Diapering, Cloth Diapering, Sleep Shaping, Sleep Training, Food Preparation, Sibling Care, Light Housework, Growth Spurts, 24 Hour Care, Live-In Care, Travel Doula, Cuddles and more!

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