Mindfully Nursed

11/15/2025

It’s amazing what we can do when we come together ❤️

One of the things I love most about nursing is how it extends beyond the clinic or therapy room. It’s about showing up for community. I’m thankful to have teamed up with another woman-owned business Christal Bowen and 100+ Women Who Care - Cornwall and Area to help Centre 105 get a vital piece of equipment for the care they offer every day.

11/08/2025

Most days, this is where you’ll find me — sneakers on, coffee nearby, holding space for real conversations and the messy, human moments that come with them.

Nursing taught me that care isn’t just about what we fix; it’s about how we show up. Therapy is much the same. It’s a place to slow down, sort through what’s been heavy, and remember you don’t have to carry it all alone.

If you’ve been feeling stretched thin or just need a place to land for a while, I’d be honoured to hold that space with you.

In-person sessions in Cornwall or virtual anywhere in Ontario.
Book at mindfullynursed.janeapp.com
Or save this post as a reminder that you don’t have to hold it all alone.

11/06/2025

Caring for our community is nursing.
It’s why I do what I do.

Tonight I had the privilege of joining 100 Women Who Care Cornwall—an evening that reminded me how powerful it is when people come together with a shared purpose. Together, we helped fund programs that will make a real difference for some of the most vulnerable in our city.

Every presenter tonight carried so much heart. Their dedication, their love for this community—it’s the kind of energy that stays with you.

Cornwall is full of people quietly doing incredible things for others. And that’s what fills me up.
As a nurse and therapist, I see every day how care, compassion, and presence can change someone’s path. Whether it’s through therapy, advocacy, donations, or volunteering, giving back is part of who I am.

Because caring for people doesn’t stop when I leave the office—it extends into every part of my life.

And yes, I even traded in my sneakers for heels tonight (a rare occasion my clients will appreciate). I left feeling inspired, connected, and so proud to call this community home.

💛
Tara, RN Psychotherapist
www.mindfullynursed.com | mindfullynursed.janeapp.com

11/01/2025

🎃 Happy Halloween from Mindfully Nursed! 👻

It’s been a blustery one out there. Whether you were out trick-or-treating, handing out candy, or just trying to keep warm, I hope you found a few sweet moments in the chaos.

For families who juggle allergies, sensory needs, or just the hard parts that come with holidays like this—you’re seen. These nights can carry a mix of emotions, and that’s okay.

Here’s to winding down, counting the candy (or the minutes to bedtime), and maybe catching the end of the Blue Jays game. 💙

– Tara, RN
Mindfully Nursed | www.mindfullynursed.com

10/31/2025

🩵The Teal Pumpkin Matters 🩵

Wishing everyone a safe and happy Halloween — and holding close the families for whom this night feels heavier.

In our home, food allergies and FPIES have been part of our normal for many years. And while we’ve found our rhythm, I know the quiet weight that nights like this can carry.
The constant worry about hidden ingredients.
The careful planning to keep everyone safe.
The ache when your child begins to notice what they can’t have — or how different their experience is from others.
The grief that comes with the loss of “normal.”

The Teal Pumpkin Project reminds us that inclusion can start with something as simple as offering non-food treats — but the heart of it is compassion. It’s about seeing all the families who live in constant awareness, advocacy, and fear of exposure… and choosing to make the world a little gentler for them.

To every parent double-checking labels, swapping candy bags, or skipping events to keep your child safe: you are doing incredible work. You are not alone in this.

💙 Happy Halloween from Mindfully Nursed
Holding space for every family navigating a world where food isn’t simple.

🩵
Tara, RN
Nurse Psychotherapist & FPIES Advocate
www.mindfullynursed.com

10/31/2025

10/29/2025

Spending my afternoon learning with La Leche League Canada about maternal mental health and breastfeeding.

Feeding our little ones can feel so simple on the outside, yet it’s often deeply intertwined with how we’re coping, how we feel, and how supported we feel. Many parents carry these struggles quietly, wondering if they’re doing it “right.” Spoiler: there isn’t a single right way. Every journey is different, and that’s okay.

I love moments like this—learning more ways to show up for families, to listen, and to hold space for the messy, beautiful realities of early parenthood.

If this stage feels heavier or more complicated than you expected, you’re not alone. Support is available, and you don’t have to figure it out on your own. You can reach out or book at mindfullynursed.janeapp.com or visit www.mindfullynursed.com.

10/23/2025

No one really talks about the hidden cost of keeping your child safe.

I left the grocery store today carrying two small bags that cost more than what many families spend on a week’s worth of food.

We don’t often talk about what it really costs to navigate life with a child who has rare food allergies or FPIES. The constant label scanning. The number of items that get put back on the shelf when one small ingredient makes it unsafe. The formulas that are hard to find and expensive. The gas for specialist appointments, the parking fees, the unpaid hours from missed work.

And the little things that start to add up — like realizing you’ve spent money on bamboo clothing you once scoffed at, because eczema has left your baby raw and you’re willing to try anything that might help.

It’s not just food. It’s the emotional, financial, and mental load that comes with trying to keep your child safe — and still find moments of normal.

To the families living this every day: I see you. You’re doing an incredible job navigating something most people can’t see.

I’m building something new to help make this journey feel a little lighter — consistent, compassionate support for FPIES families who shouldn’t have to carry it all alone.

If this kind of support sounds like what your family needs, stay tuned — or reach out to me directly. I’d love to hear what would make the biggest difference for you as I shape these new packages. (Photo of homemade quinoa crackers)

10/22/2025

Only one spot left for tomorrow (current clients only) — and that’s it until next week.
Next week has a few limited openings for both new and returning clients, whether you’re booking a psychotherapy session or an FPIES consultation. These tend to go quickly once posted, so now’s the time to grab one that fits your schedule.
🪷 mindfullynursed.janeapp.com

10/14/2025

As many pause this weekend to give thanks, I’m feeling so grateful for this work and for the people who make it possible.

I’m thankful for the chance to hold space, witness healing, and do something that feels deeply meaningful every day.

To my family and friends, thank you for your constant support. And to my clients, thank you for your trust. It’s something I never take lightly.

Wishing warmth, rest, and connection to all who are observing this holiday.

🤍
Tara

10/11/2025

International Day of the Girl 💛

Every day, I’m reminded how closely little eyes are watching. The way I speak up, take rest, hold boundaries, and take up space — all of it becomes a quiet lesson for my girls about what’s possible. Being their mom keeps me grounded in why I do this work.

Today is International Day of the Girl, and this year’s theme is “The girl I am, the change I lead: Girls on the frontlines of crisis.” It’s a call to recognize that girls aren’t just living through the world’s challenges — they’re leading through them.

It’s not easy to find your voice when systems weren’t built to hear you. It’s not easy to take up space when you’ve been taught to stay small. And yet, girls and women do it every single day — in homes, classrooms, communities, and workplaces. Quietly. Boldly. Often without recognition.

That’s what drives me in my work: helping women come home to that part of themselves that knows they’re allowed to lead, to heal, to rest, to be seen. Because when women and girls reclaim their space, they don’t just change their own story — they change the world around them.

Here’s to the girls finding their voice, and to the women remembering they still have one.

— Tara 💛

10/11/2025

If they’re going to keep denying coverage, I’ll just keep running for it.

Fall trail run. Costumes encouraged.
So obviously, I showed up as “Denied by Insurance.”

Because here’s the truth:
In Ontario, nurse psychotherapy is regulated, authorized, and fully within our scope
but insurance companies keep denying coverage anyway.

They’re ignoring the law.
They’re dismissing the profession.
And they’re blocking access to care people deserve.

So today I ran for every client who’s been told “not covered.”
For every nurse who provides evidence-based therapy and is still fighting to be recognized.
And for a system that finally catches up with the reality of the care nurses provide.

Strong legs. Stronger advocacy.
Still running for coverage.