eVitality Voices: The Blog

Every Mom knows that Back to School Feeling - and while it doesn't get any easier, Shannon Vandermeer offers some reflection and perspective on the topic.

Vacations usually include a few indulgences, so how can you and your family stay on track with healthy eating? Discover 3 easy ways to stay healthy while still enjoying your summer.

School's out and summer's here! For a debrief on the school year from the kids themselves read the latest on eVitality Voices.

Now that the beautiful weather is here it's time to start planning for summer. Get inspired by Shannon Vandermeer as she shares her child-(and mom)-friendly summer plans for her family.

Nothing beats walking out to the garden and harvesting your very own fresh produce. If growing your own vegetables seems like your next healthy lifestyle change, here are a few tips on how to get started.

Spring has finally arrived, but wait! Pause that thought. Let’s just do a quick, yet thorough spring-cleaning before we get out and enjoy the sunshine and warm weather...Come again?! This Spring, Shannon Vandermeer shares her favourite To-Do's from the Ultimate Spring Cleaning list, from Closet Clear Outs to Window Washing.

Menu planning takes effort and time. You really do need to pick a day of the week to sit down and plan out all your dinners for the next week. But, when you take the time to do this, a couple beautiful things happen...

Who doesn’t love a good excuse to go out on the town? Valentine’s Day provides the perfect opportunity for a date night with your husband, but having little ones at home can sometimes complicate things. If you're struggling to find a Valentine's Day tradition that fits in with family life I'll share with you what my husband and I have done ever since we had children; we celebrate Valentine’s Day in the comfort of our own home.

Are you the type to make New Year’s Resolutions? Change is a good thing and if the new year ahead is the push you need to make that change, bring on the resolutions. Truthfully, there’s no better time to start than today. Here’s to a happy and healthy 2018!

The Christmas Season is nearly upon us and holidays are usually a hectic time of year. This Holiday Season, Shannon Vandermeer tells you how to achieve a little balance.