Dragonfly Maternity
2104 Centre Street NE T2E 2T3 Calgary, AB, Canada

Reconnect to your authentic Self Join us for a day of connection... ...Rejuvenating your Self, and connecting with other women. In this online retreat, we will guide you through a grounding all-levels ... Yoga Flow practice, a healing meditation, an Art Therapy project, and a sharing circle where we can bring our hearts & minds together. This online event will take place on Sunday, February 28, 2021 1pm - 4pm Stay tuned for updates at DragonflyMaternity.ca/Events "The circles of women around us weave invisible nets of love that carry us when we are weak and sing with us when we are strong. ~ Sark ...... Bios: Erica Pretty BA, RMT, YT Erica is a mother and has been a facilitator of healing for 15+years. She currently practices at a fertility and post natal clinic, facilitating healing on the journey through motherhood. Through her many years of training and practicing Meditation, Hatha and Yin Yoga, Yoga Nidra, Massage Therapy, Expressive Arts, and a Degree in Anthropology and Indigenous Studies, her aim is to allow you to connect deeply to your true authentic self whilst encouraging you to blossom into your fullest potential. Cher Compton Owner of Dragonfly Maternity Cher has been guiding others on their healing journey through yoga & meditation for over 4 years, with certifications in 200-hr Yoga Teacher Training, 85-hr Prenatal & Postnatal Yoga Training, 30-hr Yin Yoga Training, and 50-hr Kids Yoga Training. As a mother of two boys, she's experienced the highs & lows of parenthood, which is why she brought Dragonfly Maternity to life. Building relationships and having a place where moms & parents can be supported in a variety of ways, is the true essence of what Dragonfly is about.

Hey guys! Our upcoming Yin + Vin is this Wednesday! Kick off 2021 with us, as we join together online for our monthly yoga + community event. . This month’s event will again be online exclusively, due to the current provincial restrictions. . Wed, January 6th at 7pm first Wednesday of each month!... . We begin with our grounding Yin yoga practice, followed by a time for socializing after class. . Visit our Events page to get your ticket! Website link in bio. See more

Happy New Year, friends! On this final day of 2020, taking a moment to pause and reflect. We don’t remember the days. We remember the moments.This year has been filled with many crazy days of uncertainty & change. It has also been filled with growth & expansion as our world evolves. In each of our own ways, we have been challenged; and hopefully have come through stronger. As we reflect on this past year, may we remember the challenging moments that we gained resiliency from, the opportune moments that reminded us what is most important in our lives, and the achievement moments that give us positive momentum to head into a new year.To our community - customers, clients, collaborators, colleagues wishing you & your loved ones much health, happiness, and expansion into your best Self! Cheers to 2021

Last day! One of our largest sales of the year online and in-store, these deals are going fast. Up to 75% off!

Online and in-store...Dec 26th - 31st. Up to 75% off select items! These items are going fast, snag these sweet deals while you can, mamas!

Online and in-store...Dec 26th - 31st. Up to 75% off select items!

Spotlighting some of our outfits

Hey mamas! Our Boxing Week Sale is now on! Dec. 26 - 31, online and in-store (modified holiday hours). Swipe through to see a sneak peek at some of the #sweetdeals plus some NYE night in outfit ideas. Just because we can’t go out and socialize this year, doesn’t mean we can’t still have fun get all glammed up for a night in with your household homies and maybe catch up with some friends + fam online! Don’t forget to do a prenatal photoshoot in these super-cute outfits, ...to capture this moment in time . #BoxingWeekSaleYYC #NYE2020 #supportlocalbusiness #yycmamas See more

Hey friends! Join us for a family-friendly Yoga Flow on Monday, Dec. 28 @ 1pm! We’ll be leading a live + interactive virtual class that the whole family can tune into and get some movement during the holidays. We’ll see you online!

Happy Holidays, from the crew at Dragonfly Maternity! As we come to a close on this dynamic year, we want to send heaps of gratitude to all of you for being part of our community, supporting us through tough times, and celebrating the successes of this year as well. Wishing you all a wonderful, peaceful, joyful, relaxing, rejuvenating holiday season. May 2021 bring you health, happiness, and growth as we move forward into a new year. From our hearts to yours, sending love ...& light! Xo, Cher and the crew at Dragonfly (including our amazing fitness instructors not pictured here! @miss_alannaleigh @lilkeez @nourishedfitlife ) See more

Hey mamas! Meet our dear friends Theresa & Tyler, the dynamic duo behind @bumpandbabymatters We were so fortunate to get connected with them about a year & a half ago, and are so proud of the community that they’ve created & continue to build If you haven’t already done so, reach out to connect with their wealth of resources that support families . Posted @withregram .... @bumpandbabymatters On behalf of @mamasformamas Today we want you to meet Theresa and Tyler. Both are certified Heart & Stroke, First Aid, CPR instructors, and the amazing people behind @bumpandbabymatters With a mission to make life saving skills accessible to everyone, they now teach public, private, and online CPR classes for parents, grandparents, and everyone else that wants to learn these important skills. They have a mission to make sure that ANYONE can take these classes, and has made a large donation of live online classes to @mamasformamas If you, or someone you know is interested in taking one of their live, interactive, online classes for free, please email Stephanie at [email protected] or DM us so that we can get you set up with these life saving skills! Thank you, Theresa and Tyler for working hard to make sure that these important skills can be accessible to everyone. #kindnessisourcurrency See more

The newest addition to the items that we carry from the @myheartandsouldesigns collection! These burgundy sweater dresses are equally as stylin' as they are cozy! We love the screenprint detail on the hood as well. Perfect gift for a mama in your life... whether pregnant or postpartum & beyond, this style looks great on all #yycmamas #supportlocal #mamahood

Time for another draw, mamas! . We’ve collaborated with some awesome local boss babes to bring you a series of exciting giveaways thru til the end of the year! Our next draw contains the following goodies:. * 1 month of our Mama Love membership at our shop + studio... * Chiropractic services from Dr. Jessica de Nooij at The Wellness Studio * 75min online Infant + Child CPR class from Theresa at Bump + Baby Matters * The Pregnancy Journey Through Yoga book from mindset coach Lyndsay Chollak * Lava stone wrist mala and essential oil from Keri at Sacred Soul Design * I Am Enough apparel from My Heart & Soul Designs * Our signature aromatherapy spray, Dragonfly Mist . Package is valued at over $315 . To enter like, tag, and follow! . - Like this post - Tag a friend - Follow all 6 of us at: - @DragonflyMaternity - @BumpandBabyMatters - @DrJessica_chiroyyc - @SacredSoulDesign - @LyndsayChollak - @MyHeartandSoulDesigns . Draws will be done on the last day of each month. . PS - if you entered our Mama Love giveaway last month and didn’t win you can totally enter again this month! . Good luck mamas! See more

Hey everyone! Doing some purging over the holidays? Just a reminder, we’ve partnered with the @calgarydropin to collect warm winter clothing, all winter long. Big or small, you can contribute what you got, and we’ll make sure it gets delivered to those in need. We’ve been having a pretty mild winter so far; however those warm items are still so valuable for those that don’t have the layers to bundle up. Read below for the items most in need right now... ~~~~~~ We can’t fix i...t all in an instant, but we can help. It all starts somewhere, and we really can make a difference. That is why we’re making a targeted effort to shine light on this topic. Through the Winter months, Dragonfly’s shop + studio is a collection drop-off location for these items (listed below), driving to their Donation Centre to do regular donations and keep the running around to a minimum for others :) . Critical Winter Items (as requested on the Calgary Drop-In Centre website): Toques Mittens Winter boots Snow pants. And Dragonfly will also be collecting: Winter coats Scarves Neck warmers / buffs Ear muffs ***Packages of *new* underwear (adults & kids) . Did you know > The Drop-In Centre has a store-type area at their Emergency Shelter through their Free Goods Program, offering gently-used items for free to those in need, from clothing to hygiene to basic household items. If you’re interested, you can find more details on their website here: https://calgarydropin.ca/get-involved/ways-to-donate/ . Drop off at our shop located at 2104 Center Street N, anytime during retail hours: Tuesdays - Fridays: 10am - 6pm (Open late on Thursdays til 7pm) Saturdays: 11am - 6pm (please note: our holiday hours are in effect as of Dec 24th) See more

Hey friends! Yin + Vin community night, we’ll be continuing to stream online, as well as our in-studio classes! Space is limited in-person due to social-distancing guidelines; sign up early to secure your spot. . Wed, Oct 7th at 7pm first Wednesday of each month! .... We begin with our grounding Yin yoga practice, followed by a time for socializing after class. . Visit our Events page to get your ticket! Website link in bio. See more

Hey mamas! Check out this great online workshop hosted by our friends at @bumpandbabymatters And if you haven’t already, go check out their website for the entire Bump + Baby Collective so many amazing resources! . Posted @withregram . @bumpandbabymatters ... . Hey There, Expecting Mamas! TONIGHT IS THE NIGHT - Join Us For The Breastfeeding Basics Online Class at 7:30MST!! It's been some time since I navigated feeding a new baby, but if you are anything like I was, you probably have some questions about the ins and outs of breastfeeding. In tonight's Breastfeeding Basics class, taught by the fabulous Leanne Rzepa of @Nourishconsulting, learn all the important need to knows as a new breastfeeding mother to get your journey started smoothly. Tag an expecting Mama who would benefit from this class in the comments below. @jennaraecakes See more

Mamas, check out the 5th Annual Tiny Footprints Gala hosted by our amazing friend Aditi Loveridge and her wonderful crew at the Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support Centre . This year will be a virtual event. See you online! Be sure to check out the silent auction and raffle!

Hey mamas! Be sure to check out our Boxing Week Sale one of our biggest sales through the year! We’ll have tons of our inventory marked up to 75% off as we clear space for items in the new year! Online + in-store from December 26th - 31st. You can visit our online shop 24/7 (link in bio ) or come visit us in store at 2104 Center Street N! Retail hours:... Tuesdays - Fridays: 10am - 6pm (open late on Thursdays til 7pm) Saturdays: 11am - 6pm . . . #yycmamas #shoplocal #boxingweeksale #sweetdeals See more

These are #afewofourfavouritethings . New & exciting additions at the shop + studio! Check it out friends .... Posted @withregram . @chercompton . Project afternoon at the @dragonflymaternity shop + studio Between classes, hubs & I got a new set of product shelves installed, photoshoot for my new tea collection (so excited for these!!), the FeetUp trainer put together (can’t wait to try it out!), and bolster ladder anchored to the wall in the props room I love days like this where we have extra time to do little improvements at my space

We recently got connected with Elke at @dignitydriveyyc (thanks @caitlinwilken_1111 ) and were so happy to support her initiative to collect donations of feminine hygiene products for those in need. Her campaign surpassed the original goal, which is so amazing to see good people coming together to help one another!! Friends, give her a follow at @dignitydriveyyc to see what’s coming up next! Posted @withregram ... @dignitydriveyyc Big shout out to @dragonflymaternity for hosting one of our donation boxes! They actually reached out to us a few days into our drive and we’re so grateful for the offer to utilize their fantastic space In just 11 days their box ended up collecting enough supplies for over 17 people, bringing our official final total for Calgary locations up to 228! Thanks again to all our donors and donation box hosts. I can’t wait to see what number we reach with our High River boxes! #yyc #donateyyc #dignitydriveyyc #calgary #periodpoverty #donate #dragonflymaternity

So excited to be collab’ing with this boss babe! Mamas, stay tuned for some exciting projects in the works! . Posted @withregram .... @chercompton . Had such a great night out with this wonderful woman last night! We’re working on some exciting collaborations, stay tuned mamas! Great things to come . Also have to give a shout-out to this rad restaurant @vonderfels ... some of the most amazing food I have had in a long time! Tapas style we indulged in butter buns, Thai curry veggies (great sauce for dipping buns) and the brown butter crab potato dish (also great for dipping buns... all but licked that plate clean ) followed by the largest bowl of Lemon Meringue Pie I have ever seen Soooo good! Friends, if you haven’t been yet - go. See more

Holiday gift-giving ideas! Did you know we carry amazing products from local creators and fellow small business owners ! For mamas, babes, and even the dads! . Scroll through, and read below for more details... . Gift ideas for the mamas and moms-to-be:... - Fun & sassy #momlife apparel from @myheartandsouldesigns (hoodies, hats, tanks, and shirts) - Our loose leaf tea blends in Ground & Uplift and Fruity & Floral from @totaliteayyc - Body care items from @homemadeorganicscompany (including belly butter and nipple cream) - Lave stone wrist malas with essential oil from @sacredsouldesign - Full-length rudraksha malas with guru stone from @aditiloveridge - @routinecream natural deodorant in all the fun fruity floral and earthy scents - @moodybeelipbalm lip balm in Vanilla Peppermint, Grapefruit, or Cherry Bomb - Our signature aromatherapy spray Dragonfly Mist from @theolfactoryshop - Patterned face masks in a variety of fun patterns and colours - Hand-made greeting cards to add to that holiday package Gift ideas for the littles: - Pompom infant & toddler knitted toques from @weavedreamer - Brightly coloured bibs, burp clothes, and blankets - Nursing / carseat covers from @littlechiefcovers - Face masks in cartoon patterns and bright colours in toddler sizes - Baby care items from @homemadeorganicscompany (including bottom butter and lavender hair & body wash) - Hand-made greeting cards welcoming babes arrival Gift ideas for the dads: - Rad #dadlife apparel from @myheartandsouldesigns (hoodies and hats) - @routinecream natural deodorant in earthy woodsy scents - Patterned face masks in a variety of unique patterns We also do gift baskets! Ask us for details on customizing your own beautiful package. . Our shop remains open for regular hours right up until Dec. 23rd: Tuesdays - Fridays: 10am - 6pm (Open late on Thursdays til 7pm) Saturdays: 11am - 6pm . Come visit us at 2104 Centre Street N; or online 24/7 ( link in bio) - we ship across Canada!

Friends! We’re doing a series of giveaways at the shop + studio over the next four months for these amazing packages from our generous contributors! Pregnant? Know an expecting mama? Head on over to @dragonflymaternity on Insta, and look for this post to enter our giveaway!! Draw will happen at the end of each month over Sept - Dec. Few more days for this first month; don’t miss out! #yycmamas #yycsmallbusiness #yycmomtribe

Looking for a pick-me-up to get your energy flowing? This is a great way to start or finish your day, or any time in between!

Hey mamas! We’re happy to say that we’re re-launching our Yoga + Wellness Chats! Our plans got a bit de-railed come March, because, COVID However, we’re getting back on track with these valuable & informative sessions to connect you with practitioners and service providers that can help you out along your parenting journey. . We’ll be welcoming Katherine Woodhead, financial consultant with World Financial Group, following our Prenatal and Postnatal fitness classes on the fo...llowing two dates: . Monday, Sept. 21, Strong Mama Fitness @ 10am; wellness chat @ 1045am. . Saturday, Oct. 3, Prenatal Yoga @ 945am; wellness chat @ 1030am. . Topics of discussion include: - A brief overview of why Katherine helps families - How she helps her clients with: financial house, leaving legacies, options for children and their futures . We met Katherine at an event last year, and instantly loved her energy, her journey as a woman & mom, and her passion to help others with their financial goals through education & support. Read below to learn more about this lovely human! . I started my business with World Financial Group 2 years ago after my daughter Britton was born. I used to work as an aide in preschools for special needs children and I loved the job however when it came time for my mat leave to finish I would be return to a job that would barely pay enough to cover the cost of daycare as well as have someone else raise our daughter while I helped other people’s children; it did not make sense to us. However we needed more than 1 income to support our lifestyle. The flexibility of business is what really drew me in the ability to stay at home and raise our children while bringing in some financial stability is a win win for our family. Yes it was a big change to go from preschoolers to finance but in the big picture I am still helping families in their day to day lives making a impact and bringing educating but just in a different way and it is so rewarding! . Sign up online (virtual live classes or in-studio classes) at: www.DragonflyMaternity.ca/fitness See more

Today’s project lights on the second A-frame sidewalk sign Happy with how this turned out! Heading into the darker days, we be lighting up the path to our shop + studio . Come visit us in-store Tues - Sat! 2104 Centre Street NE. Our studio classes are currently online-only, however we look forward to resuming in-studio classes as soon as possible. .... Thanks for your support, friends! . Also thanks to @myheartandsouldesigns for keeping my head warm with this rad Mama hat as I headed into the evening on this project...amazing weather this afternoon! So nice out . Also-also a little reminder on our Winter Clothing Donation Drive for the @calgarydropin centre, collecting all through the winter and we’re doing regular drop-offs to get these items to those in need! Large or small, bring what you can and we’ll get it delivered! . #supportlocal #yycsmallbusiness #yycmamas #lifeinyyc #dayinthelifeofanentrepreneur

Hey guys! Friendly reminder, Yin + Vin is tonight at 7pm. Our last one for 2020! . This month will be online exclusively, due to the current provincial restrictions. . Wed, Dec 2nd at 7pm first Wednesday of each month!... . We begin with our grounding Yin yoga practice, followed by a time for socializing after class. . Visit our Events page to get your ticket! Website link in bio. See more

We are so excited to be a drop-off location for this amazing initiative that a local woman started up here in YYC & area! Elke started up @dignitydriveyyc with the goal to donate a month’s supply of feminine hygiene products to the Calgary Women’s Emergency Shelter. These products are always in need, and often fall off the radar when people think of donating to shelters. . Swipe to read more about this initiative, including a list of items being requested; and give her a fol...low at @dignitydriveyyc . This initiative is running from now until Sept 26th. You can donate items anytime during our retail hours: Tuesdays - Fridays: 10am - 6pm (Open late on Thursdays til 7pm) Saturdays: 11am - 6pm . Let’s help out some fellow women, friends! See more

We are thrilled to welcome back the lovely Natalie as we re-introduce our Yang Yin Yoga to our class schedule! You can join her online or here in our studio, each Thursday at 745pm! . Sign up online at DragonflyMaternity.ca/fitness

Hey friends! We had to share this post from our friend Nicole at @nourishedfitlife We couldn’t agree more with this mindset! Head on over to her page for the full details, including a free download to her Immune Support ebook! . Posted @withregram ... @nourishedfitlife . How are you supporting your immune system? Since the start of the pandemic, we’ve heard a ton about masking, physical distancing and handwashing. I don’t know about you but I havent heard much on supporting the immune system and prevention of illness. I believe in doing all we can to boost our health and not solely relying on masks or distancing. Poor diet, stress, lack of sleep and too little exercise all have an effect and lower the body’s ability to fight infections and viruses. Here are just 7 ways to support your immune system: 1. Balanced Diet Eat a balanced diet to support the health of the immune system and to help lower inflammation. Load up on more nutrient-rich fruits and veggies like broccoli, sweet potato, squash, Lemon and ginger. 2. Vit D Research has shown that having healthy levels of Vit D can protect you against respiratory illness and help keep your immune system healthy. As Canadians, we don’t get enough of that natural Vit D from the sun and should supplement between Oct May. 3. Exercise Regular exercise helps increase blood flow which circulates white blood cells through your body. Engage in workouts like yoga, HIIT, strength or walking. 4. Sleep The immune system needs the time you sleep to repair and regenerate itself. Aim for 7-9 hours. Too little sleep decreases antibodies that help fight infection. 5. Stress management Many are beyond stressed right now + too much stress can use up valuable nutrients needed by the immune system, while increasing cortisol and inflammation. Too much inflammation = weakened immune system. Turn off the news + engage in calming activities to calm the nervous system like meditation, walks, yoga, etc. . [ head on over to @nourishedfitlife for the rest! ]

Loving our new face masks that just came in! . These are actually the best we’ve found thus far light-weight, breathable cotton, adjustable thin straps, and , well, the dragonfly is . Pre-pandemic, who knew we would know so much about masks!

Guys! Our new Gift Cards are here! Just in time for Christmas Customizable to any amount - you can gift this to a pregnant or new mama in your life, for maternity or nursing clothes, mom & baby items from local creators, body care & wellness products, and our full range of fitness classes Visit us in-store to purchase this versatile gift; or call us at 587.316.0822 for details. . #yycsupportlocal #yycsmallbusiness... #yycshoplocal #yycchristmasideas #yycmamas #yycmamastobe See more

As always, great advice from our friend @drjessica_chiroyyc . Mamas, have a read and learn more to care for yourself as you care for your littles... and even the bigger ones who still give us jump-hugs as preteens, if we’re lucky . Posted @withregram ... @drjessica_chiroyyc P O S T U R E // while holding your littles::: when holding your little ones in your arms be mindful of how much extension or arch you have in your lower back. This can lead to a lot of discomfort in the back, legs and knees. . When we are carrying something (or someone) in our arms we often extend our back, drive our hips forward and lock out the knees. We do this out of habit, as well as to move the weight off our muscles. . . This posture not only places additional stress on the joints of the spine and pelvis, but it also decreases your ability to activate the muscles that help to stabilize your body- your glutes and your core! . . Here are some quick tips to improve your posture when carrying your little ones: . 1. Bend your knees slightly: as soon as you unlock your knees your hips have to come back over your feet in order to not fall forward. . 2. Focus on the rib cage:: align the front ribs over the front hips (called the ASIS). ** this puts the abs in the correct alignment for core activation . 3. Point your feet forwards:: this helps to align the ankles, knees and hips and help the body properly activate the muscles of your legs, hips and core. . 4. Breathe with your tummy:; allow the belly to expand in all directions (3D Breathing). This helps to activate the core + pelvis floor muscles and is SO VERY important for spinal, pelvic and core stability 5. Relax the neck and shoulders: another compensation is to over activate upper part of the trapezius muscle (tops of shoulders). Try to gently reposition the shoulders back (1-2cm) then activate the lower part of the trapezius by gently squeezing the shoulder blades back and down. (*tip: don’t pull hard. This activation should feel like the muscles are working not like you are pulling). [ wait! There’s more! Visit Jessica’s page to get the full details ]

Hey friends! Loving this post from our friend Nicole at @nourishedfitlife Great reminders & tips for getting into that high-vibe state of mind . Read below & head on over to her page to read the rest and give her a follow .... Posted @withregram . @nourishedfitlife Getting in a high vibe state// How have you been doing lately? Have you been feeling the ‘Covid fatigue’? It’s good to check in with ourselves and others because many are struggling right now. Many of us didn’t think we’d be here by now and it’s almost Christmas. To be honest, I found this past week to be challenging in many ways. Up to this point I’ve been feeling pretty good but til recently things are finally starting to weigh on me and feeling wearisome. Was def in a funk the last few days and just not feeling my usual self. But after doing some things that fill my cup and taking time for me, I’m feeling a bit lighter and more grateful. Making time for self- care especially during these times is so important. Sometimes we just need to pause, rest and do things that fill us up! While life as we know it has changed, we do have a choice in how we respond. We can either allow the stress and uncertainty overwhelm and paralyze us, or we can reframe it as a powerful ‘call to action.’ While so many things are out of our control, focus on WHAT you can control. There are so many practices we can adopt to ensure our health is balanced and to get in a high vibe state. If you’ve been feeling in a low vibe state lately, here are 10 ways that can instantly help raise your vibration: 1. Play an upbeat playlist. This can instantly change your mood, overall vibration and even get you dancing. Right now Christmas music is my jam and sure gets my spirits merry and bright lol. 2. Morning ritual. Getting up early can really help set the tone for the day and make a difference in overall productivity and motivation. I’m big on morning rituals and use that time for things like devotions, journaling and movement. However that looks for you, find what works and fills you up. (Head over to @nourishedfitlife to read the rest!)

We’re all set up for the Rock Your Bump show in Red Deer tomorrow! Saturday 11am - 3pm, come visit us at booth #107. . Come early for the best swag bags! Prize draws on the hour, with a grand prize at the end of the day. . Had a walk around the trade show floor this evening, looks like some great vendors! Mamas, you won’t want to miss this show

Magical things happen when mamas come together to support one another! . An epic day spent in the mountains with this crew in Kananaskis . Hiking, yoga, meditation, sharing circle, journaling, and many great convo's & laughs along the way ... . "Sacred Circle" Mamas Day trip Retreat . Follow us to stay tuned for the next one . PS - passionate about parks like we are? #defendABparks to keep these moments alive! Follow @cpawssab to learn more and join the movement . Posted with @repost . @chercompton . Such a wonderful day with these women in nature! The first of many to come Sacred Circle Mamas Daytrip Retreat . Thank you Janette, Jackie, Nilo, Nicole, and Mitchelle for hopping in my RV w me on this adventure! Hiking, yoga, meditation, sharing circle, journaling, and many laughs along the way. . Body is tired, Heart is full, and Soul is fulfilled . You women are amazing! @Dragonflymaternity PS - #defendabparks we need to keep these spaces open! Parks like this are so important, for physical & mental health for our communities Friends, follow CPAWS Southern Alberta to learn more.

Just dropped off our first bundle of winter clothing donations to the Calgary Drop-in Centre! Thank you to everyone who came by our shop to contribute warm clothing for those in need. We’ll be collecting donations all through the Winter months, with regular deliveries to get these items into the hands of those who need it. Stop by our north-central boutique on Centre Street anytime during retail hours to add to the collection, and we’ll make sure it gets to their Donation Ce...ntre in the NE. Even one pair of mitts is helpful! It all adds up when we come together . #humantohuman #yyclocalcharities #dogoodinyourhood See more

Hey friends, Our shop will be closed on Wednesday November 11 for Remembrance Day. Back open for regular hours on Thursday November 12 . Sending love to all on this day of remembrance

Living off of caffeine, leggings, and chaos Feelin’ me, mamas? . We this collection from the lovely Courtney at @myheartandsouldesigns You can find these and other #reallifemomlife tanks shirts and hoodies at our shop! Sizes X-Small to XX-Large, in a variety of colours and screenprints .... Happy Friday! . #momlife #covermybump #yycmaternityclothes #yycmomtribe #yycmamas See more

Hey Mamas! Check out this amazing workshop with our dear friend Jen at @theessenceofyoucounselling . Posted @withregram .... @theessenceofyoucounselling . 1 Week Away! I am so excited to be holding this one in-person again one last time! After our last one sold out, I kept getting requests so I just had to squeeze in one more! This is being held a large venue in beautiful Bragg Creek with plenty of space for respecting physical distancing guidelines within this small interactive group size :) This is our MOST POPULAR workshop, and many past participants have said it has been LIFE CHANGING for them. Join us for this session to: Learn what triggers your anger Connect with other women who are experiencing similar struggles and reduce feelings of shame and isolation Understand why anger & guilt are important and USEFUL emotions that cannot be ignored Increase your awareness and learn coping strategies to help you in-the-moment as well as strategies to promote long-term changes with how you experience, anger, rage, and guilt. Be guided through a therapeutic process led by Jen Reddish, RTC, MTC to help you further understand what lies beneath your anger Learn different ways of using your power to help you in setting boundaries and releasing anger and resentment PLUS you will be given opportunity to practice these strategies in-session Contact me for more details or sign up using the link in my bio @theessenceofyoucounselling

Hey mamas-to-be! Join the lovely Nicole for our newest addition to the class schedule Prenatal Fit! . Strengthen, stretch and build endurance in this 60 minute Prenatal class. Each class will include pregnancy-safe exercises consisting of muscular conditioning, light cardio, core stabilization, flexibility and relaxation to help prepare you both physically and mentally for labour and recovery. . Mondays at 7pm... Online or in-studio. Sign up online to save your spot! Link in bio. See more

Hey friends! For this month’s Yin + Vin community night, we’ll be continuing to stream online, as well as re-introducing our in-studio classes! Space is limited in-person due to social-distancing guidelines; sign up early to secure your spot. . Tonight (Wed, Sept 2nd) at 7pm first Wednesday of each month! . We begin with our grounding Yin yoga practice, followed by a time for socializing after class.... . Visit our Events page to get your ticket! Website link in bio. See more

Hey friends! In case you haven’t heard, we’ll be a vendor at the upcoming Rock Your Bump show in Red Deer this upcoming weekend! In the area? Bring a friend and say hi! . Tons of swag bags and prize draws each hour, and a wide range of product & service vendors to meet Mama’s you won’t want to miss this show. . Things look a little different with the event scene this year, but be assured that there is a heightened level of protocol going into this event to keep everyone s...afe and having fun. . Swing by to visit us at booth #107! We look forward to seeing you there! . Register for your FREE entrance ticket at www.fb.com/RYBRD . Or visit their FB page at @RYBRD See more

Long-time fan of P!nk // She is a rad mum. Check it out friends... https://www.facebook.com/watch/

Morning friends! I'm Cher, the owner + community builder behind Dragonfly Maternity. If you caught my previous vid, I’ve started this intentional mission of bringing movement in to start my day. Not necessarily anything too crazy or intense; it can be as simple or strenuous as we feel we have time & energy for each morning. Really, its about committing to carving out that space for ourselves, and thus receiving the benefits of what this can offer us. The physical, mental, em...otional benefits that greet us at the start of each day with motion + mindfulness. . I invite you to join me in the month of September... 30 days to set that intention for yourself to stick with the rhythm & routine of movement as you start your day. A long run, a brisk walk, a few rounds of Sun Salutations or your favourite Yoga asana, a swim, a bike ride, a rollerblade... whatever this looks like for you, make it accessible and enjoyable. Commit to it, and make it happen, rain or shine. Your body, your mind, your heart will be happy that you do. . Especially as we head into September with cooler weather in the air, the Autumn months always bring about a shift in energy and routine. Whether you have kids going back to school, or your seasonal rhythms of life feel a shift, there’s the opportunity to set the intention on your path ahead. . And to keep that momentum, I am hosting this group to check in with each other, each day of Sept. Gain accountability, ideas, support, friendship and community. . The group connection point will be in WhatsApp. If you joined me for my Abundance group, it will be a similar platform as that, however much more relaxed in style & level of commitment. As much or as little as you would like to put into the energy in your morning, with a simple post (comment, photo, brief vid) to document your progress along the way. . Let’s do this! . Details will be coming later today. Drop me a note below to connect! See more

It’s that time of month friends! Our next Yin + Vin is tonight at 7pm. . We’ll be continuing to stream online, as well as our in-studio classes. Space is limited in-person due to social-distancing guidelines; sign up early to secure your spot. . Wed, Nov 3 at 7pm first Wednesday of each month!... . We begin with our grounding Yin yoga practice, followed by a time for socializing after class. . Visit our Events page to get your ticket! Website link in bio. See more

Hey mamas! Check out the new design from our friend Mitchelle at @mamabuzz_creations . Posted @withregram .... @mamabuzz_creations . Where are the Mom Bosses here? I was creating new designs last night and thought I should make new ones for our awesome Mompreneurs! Here's our Wife.Mom.Boss Repeat Shirt! Grab yours now. DM @mamabuzz_creations for orders

Motivating advice on goal setting, from our friend Nicole at Nourished Fit Life! She's got some great things in the works with a new Thrive 30 program (check out her site, mamas!), and you can also catch her here at our studio on Mondays for Strong Mama Fitness as well as our new Prenatal Fit class starting on Sept 7th! https://www.instagram.com/tv/CEcHtaWpQIJ/

Happy Halloween, from the crew at Dragonfly! . Havin fun at the shop #halloween2020 . Come visit us! We’re open til 6pm tonight, and we have treats For parents, tots, or both ... #shoplocal #supportlocal #yycsmallbusiness #funtimes See more

Hey mamas! Check out this free event on positive parenting with our friend Cherrie at @parentinglittles . Posted @withregram @parentinglittles .... . Dear 2020, this is not what I imagined pregnancy would look like. The isolation and loneliness because covid has restricted so many things. The family and friends who don’t get to be a part of this journey. The lost connections and missed gatherings we really looked forward to as moms-to-be which we aren’t able to have. And so it is..... We try to make the best of it. We do what we can with what we’re able to And it has forced us to adapt and adjust, and let go of our expectations. As an educator and mama-to-be , this has been weighing heavy on my heart for a little while now, and it has been coming up in many convos I’ve had with other expecting mamas. If you are feeling the same, come hangout with me at the Mama-To-Be Summit 2020 where we can chat about preparing for parenthood in this uncertain time and I’ll even share a very personal story that I’ve never shared anywhere else. Swipe to RSVP and please share this with a pregnant mama who could be feeling much the same so she can get some support Much love, Cherrie : @anacastrophotoyyc

Loving this post from our friend @drjessica_chiroyyc . Mamas, if you haven't already done so -- give her a follow. Dr Jessica is an inspiring, wise, and compassionate woman & practitioner . ... Posted @withregram . @drjessica_chiroyyc P E R M I S S I O N // to pause. Have you been a little hard on yourself lately. Pushing, pushing, pushing - so much that now you are feeling in need of a pause? . . I think that sometimes we need to be okay with the pause. Okay with taking a little time to coast. Because coasting doesn’t mean quitting. Pausing simply means maintaining the progress that you have created, while you build up some new energy to forge ahead. I don’t believe that I means losing what you have worked hard for. Re-energize and prepare to soar . #quotesforme #wordsineedtohear #pausesnotlosses #refenerate #itsoktopause #itsoktorest #permissiontopause #yycwomen #quotestoliveby #quotestagram #wordsofwisdom #wordswordswords

Hey mamas! Life-hack for keeping your home clean and engaging the (older) kiddos in the process https://www.instagram.com/p/CEQJBdYJmjB/?igshid=cbkjqlq650f8

We be lovin’ everything this lovely lady creates! Where the #bossmoms at?! Thinking we could all use one of these cozy screenprint hoodies

Hey mamas! Our semi-annual Summer Sale starts today! Don’t miss one of our biggest sales of the year. . We be lovin’ this Summertime heat; and it looks like this weather is here to stay for a while yet . We’ve got loads of tank tops, shorts, skirts, and sundresses, up to 75% off... . Online and in-store. . Shop with us at 2104 Centre Street N, and 24/7 at DragonflyMaternity.ca . Shop hours: Tues - Fri: 10am - 6pm (Open late tonight / Thursdays til 7pm!) Sat: 11am - 6pm . Tag a friend, and plan a shopping date! . (And remember mamas, take care of your items, and you can sell it back to us on consignment! ) See more

Dragonfly Maternity is humbly honoured to partner with the Calgary Drop-in Centre to start a Winter Clothing Donation Drive in an effort to add a small contribution to the amazing work that they are doing. Did you know in the last 7 months, the Calgary Drop-in Centre has helped find housing for 292 people! And they have a store-type area at their Emergency Shelter through their Free Goods Program, offering gently-used items for free to those in need, from clothing to hygi...ene to basic household items. If you’re interested, you can find more details on their website here: https://calgarydropin.ca/get-involved/ways-to-donate/As the weather starts to shift, those of us that are privileged have warm layers and a cozy home to appreciate. And those that don’t have these basic necessities in our Canadian Winters, yearn to have these things. We can’t fix it all in an instant, but we can help. It all starts somewhere, and we really can make a difference. That is why we wanted to make a targeted effort to shine light on this topic. Through the Winter months, Dragonfly’s shop + studio will be a collection drop-off location for these items (listed below), and we’ll drive to their Donation Centre to do regular donations as things take shape. . Surely we all have a winter coat that the kids have grown out of, an extra pair of mittens, snow pants that still have some life in them, that one toque that we never really wear.. lets pass on those items to others that could really use and appreciate them. . The plan is to initiate this at our space starting immediately, and as long as the Winter conditions last. The focus will be on the following items and we’re happy to transport them to keep the running around to a minimum for others :) however if you have additional household items that you would like to donate directly to them, you’re encouraged to make arrangements with their Donation Centre using the link above. . Critical Winter Items (as requested on the Calgary Drop-In Centre website): Toques Mittens Winter boots Snow pants. And Dragonfly will also be collecting: Winter coats Scarves Neck warmers / buffs Ear muffs ***Packages of *new* underwear (adults & kids) See more

Hey mamas! Check out this inspiration from our friend Nicole at @nourishedfitlife There are so many benefits to staying active & fit through your pregnancy; we couldn’t agree with you more Nicole!This mama is rockin’ the active pregnancy lifestyle! You can catch her here each Monday evening at 7pm for our Prenatal Fit class, either in studio or online. Link in bio! . ... Posted @withregram . @nourishedfitlife Only 8 weeks left til baby #2 arrives and I gotta say, time is sure flying. Single digits! Staying fit throughout my pregnancy has made a world of a difference in my energy, strength and endurance. For the most part energy has been pretty steady and most days I even forget I’m pregnant lol. Having a fit pregnancy comes with many benefits and it’s not just about doing cardio. While most women prefer light cardio throughout pregnancy, we can’t forget about the importance of resistance training. Resistance training has great benefits like improved posture, better muscle tone and increased strength. This time around it’s been a lot less pain and aches and I’d contribute that to more well rounded program. With any exercise however, you should always listen to your body and focus on doing what you can do with where you’re at. There are def some exercises and positions to be avoided with pregnancy... which I wasn’t even aware of with my first pregnancy. I would agree that it can be intimidating walking into a gym at first as a pregnant women especially when you get the stares. But fortunately in the city there are a variety of judgement - free classes classes out there that are pregnancy- safe and led by qualified instructors. @dragonflymaternity is a great fitness boutique studio for mamas and mamas to be where they offer yoga as well as fusion fitness classes either in person or online. Having a supportive community with other mamas in this stage can make a difference especially during these times. For any mamas (and to be) in the Calgary area looking for that extra support and professional guidance, check out some of the classes to get connected. Teaching Prenatal Fit tonight and space is limited.

We’re so excited to continue our Vendor Spotlight series with the lovely Keri Baird from Sacred Soul Lifestyle, whom we were lucky to meet a few years back at a pop-up shop at Wymbin Kids Yoga studio. Here we dive into the design aspects of Sacred Soul Lifestyle - an angle that we’re stoked to be bringing into the shop here at Dragonfly, as well as the deeper dynamics behind this boss babe’s endeavours.

Lovin' this *kindness* initiative that our friend Keri has started up! Join the group to link in, at the below post: https://www.facebook.com//sacr/permalink/1240303093004650/

31 Days of Gratitude starts today! The group is in action, and there’s been some additional requests... it’s not too late to join! To hop in, head over to @chercompton and look for this photo in the newsfeed. . . Posted @withregram ... . @chercompton . 31 Days of Gratitude . Morning friends! Gratitude is a powerful mindset. The more you give out, the more you receive . For the month of October, I invite you to join me for 31 Days of Gratitude . If you’ve joined for any of my past motivational groups, you’ll know that I bring a dynamic range of capacities (physical, mental, emotional, spiritual), as we are dynamic Beings. This particular one is more introspective than some of the others; and with that, it can be as deep or light-hearted as you’d wish. . We’ll be doing a brief journal entry each day of October to shine light on the many things that we can be grateful for in our lives. I’ll also be sharing inspirational quotes + insights along the way. I’ve done this one with groups in the past and it is such a wonderful way to bring in this mindset of gratefulness into daily living . To explain a little more about the intention with this it’s not that we’re ignoring or denying the challenges or negatives in our life (I believe it is still important to learn & grow from the challenges as well), but rather that we’re reminding ourselves of the successes and positives in a way that welcomes these aspects into our lives with more awareness + flow. #ridingthewavesoflife The more we focus our attention on these aspects that we wish to bring in, the more those energies open up for us. And *particularly* when we may feel that all is down and we have nothing to be thankful for is when this mindset shift can be the most profound . Can be as simple as a few minutes in your day to jot down some quick thoughts; or perhaps this opens up deeper thoughts + beliefs that you’d like to explore from day to day. As always the more you put into the journey, the more that you grow from it. . // This group is free & open to join See more

Congrats Karina! You’re our September winner! . Your prize package includes this wonderful stash of goods in collaboration with these awesome local boss babes:. * 1 month of our Mama Love membership at our shop + studio * Chiropractic services from Dr. Jessica de Nooij at The Wellness Studio... * 75min online Infant + Child CPR class from Theresa Moore at Bump + Baby Matters * The Pregnancy Journey Through Yoga book from mindset coach Lyndsay Chollak * Lava stone wrist mala and essential oil from Keri Baird at Sacred Soul Design * Our signature aromatherapy spray, Dragonfly Mist . Package is valued at over $265 . Your prize can be picked up at our shop; we will message you for details! . Thanks again to our generous contributors! @drjessica_chiroyyc @bumpandbabymatters @lyndsaychollak @sacredsouldesign See more

Hey friends! I’ve started this intentional mission of bringing movement in to start my day. Not necessarily anything too crazy or intense; it can be as simple or strenuous as we feel we have time & energy for each morning. Really, its about committing to carving out that space for ourselves, and thus receiving the benefits of what this can offer us. The physical, mental, emotional benefits that greet us at the start of each day with motion + mindfulness. . I invite you to jo...in me in the month of September... 30 days to set that intention for yourself to stick with the rhythm & routine of movement as you start your day. A long run, a brisk walk, a few rounds of Sun Salutations or your favourite Yoga asana, a swim, a bike ride, a rollerblade... whatever this looks like for you, make it accessible and enjoyable. Commit to it, and make it happen, rain or shine. Your body, your mind, your heart will be happy that you do. . Especially as we head into September, the Autumn months always bring about a shift in energy and routine. Whether you have kids going back to school, or your seasonal rhythms of life feel a shift, there’s the opportunity to set the intention on your path ahead. . And to keep that momentum, I am hosting this group to check in with each other, each day of Sept. Gain accountability, ideas, support, friendship and community. . The group connection point will be in WhatsApp. If you joined me for my Abundance group, it will be a similar platform as that, however much more relaxed in style & level of commitment. As much or as little as you would like to put into the energy in your morning, with a simple post (comment, photo, brief vid) to document your progress along the way. Let’s do this! . Drop me a note below and we’ll connect on the details See more

Hey mamas! Our semi-annual Summer Sale is coming soon! Don’t miss one of our biggest sales of the year. . We be lovin’ this Summertime heat; and it looks like this weather is here to stay for a while yet . We’re preppin’ loads of tank tops, shorts, skirts, and sundresses, up to 75% off... . Online and in-store. . Shop with us at 2104 Centre Street N, and 24/7 at DragonflyMaternity.ca . Tag a friend, and plan a shopping date! . (And remember mamas, take care of your items, and you can sell it back to us on consignment! ) See more