Balance & Babysteps Nutrition

24/12/2025

From my family to yours, I hope that your holiday is a safe and restful one surrounded by those most important to you ❤️ 🎄

22/12/2025

A cozy reminder for the holidays ✨ Health isn’t built - or lost - in a few days. Balance, routine, and enjoyment can live side by side.

Comment “FOOD” and I’ll send you these tips in a printable PDF version for quick reference!

💗 save this post for the holiday season

22/11/2025

Are you pulling your hair out with lunches that come home uneaten? Are you looking for inspiration to feed your picky or selective eater?

It doesn’t have to be perfect, it doesn’t have to be homemade, and it doesn’t have to be complicated.

Join me, Shanon Menard, R.H.N., on Thursday November 27th at 7pm for a FREE virtual workshop on how to pack healthy lunches for your picky eater! I’ll walk you through ideas, tips and swaps while you get to connect with others in the same boat through interactive discussions!

Preregistration is required and can be done here 👇 (link is also in my bio)
https://forms.gle/TqYq8ZUQWbBtsUJG8

*this post is for educational purposes and is not intended as a replacement for medical advice

14/11/2025

I am so excited to be offering a FREE virtual workshop in partnership with ABC Pediatric Therapies on Thursday November 27th at 7pm.

Join me for “Packing Healthy Lunches for Picky Eaters” where I’ll be serving up quick tips, simple swaps and realistic ideas for your family!

Register with the QR code, using this link: https://forms.gle/JFGg3FakMyucuWSVA or by calling 613-834-2229.

**tag someone who would benefit from this workshop ❤️

27/10/2025

👩‍⚕️ What’s a Registered Holistic Nutritionist?

R.H.N’s are graduates of a private school that offers specialized training in nutrition and lifestyle coaching.

R.H.N.s are educated in how body systems work together and can provide personalized guidance to help support overall balance and wellness.

They are trained to:
✔ Assess the body as a whole system
✔ Explore underlying factors, not just surface symptoms
✔ Create personalized nutrition and lifestyle plans that meet you where you are

It’s not about restriction—it’s about balance. 💫

✨ Curious how holistic nutrition might support your health journey?

DM me your top health question!



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⚖️ Notes & Disclaimers:

🩺 The term “Nutritionist” is a protected title in some Canadian provinces. This information reflects regulations in Ontario.

💬 This post is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

20/10/2025

Snack smarter with a homemade trail mix!

Store-bought brands are fantastic in a pinch and for convenience, but they also often contain added oils and sugars.

If time and budget allows, try making your own by buying separate containers of each ingredient (it works out cheaper in the long run!)

Here’s my go-to:
▪️walnuts
▪️pumpkin seeds
▪️ sunflower seeds
▪️raisins

✅ protein + ✅ fiber + ✅ healthy fats = energy that lasts

💫 save this post for your next grocery run!

13/10/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours. I hope your day was filled with family, love and of course turkey with all the fixings 😋

14/09/2025

✨ Hi, I’m Shanon! ✨

Registered Holistic Nutritionist + mom. My motto? Balance + Baby Steps.

No extreme diets. No crazy rules. Just realistic, small changes that make a big impact on your health.

💛 Want more energy? Better digestion? A healthier relationship with food? I’ll help you create strategies that actually fit your life—because nutrition should feel empowering, not overwhelming.

💬 Your first step to balance? A free consult! Together, we’ll explore simple steps to reach your health goals.

🌐 Learn more: www.balanceandbabystepsnutrition.com

06/09/2025

Here is my version of protein pancakes 🥞 They are gluten-free and dairy-free and are quick enough to make on a weekday! You can make them fresh, or make them in advance and reheat or freeze.

What are your go-to balanced breakfast ideas?

Protein Banana Pancakes
1 banana
2 eggs
1 splash vanilla
1/4 cup buckwheat flour
1 scoop unflavoured protein powder (I use 😋)
1/4 tsp baking soda
Sprinkle of salt



* I have no affiliation with The Nourish Market; I just love their products

** intended as educational content and not medical advice. Always consult a medical professional

28/08/2025

So grateful to have had the opportunity to sponsor our team again this year.

Great season ladies 😃 ⚾️

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14/07/2025

Hi it’s me Shanon ☀️

It’s been a while since I’ve posted 🫠 I’m finding it challenging to stay present on social media as a way to continue to grow my business while prioritizing staying present in my real life, but I’m still trying 😮‍💨

I’ve been keeping busy with my family and all the craziness that summer can bring all while continuing to help my clients achieve their health and wellness goals.

I am accepting new clients, so if you’ve been thinking about getting your nutrition on track with a sustainable and realistic plan, then I’m your girl!

www.balanceandbabystepsnutrition.com

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17/06/2025

This sounds delicious 🤤

✨Weekly Team Favourite Recipe: Hearty Egg, Tomato, Bean and Quinoa Bowl✨

Tried this recipe? Let us know what you thought in the comments below 👇

*Check with your Nutritionist to ensure this recipe works for you and your goals*