It seems that sunscreen has become a hot topic lately; there are certain brands you must stay away from, some that are ok and some that might just be best. All of the information can be overwhelming and leave many people thinking, am I not…
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I run a small home daycare, you know, when I’m not ruling the world as a Super Modern Mama! I recently had a new little guy join my little kid jungle, and a few days after he started, I noticed I was going to have…
Read More...Physical Literacy for Babies and Toddlers
Physical Literacy for Babies* It’s never too early to start thinking about physical literacy. In fact, it’s extremely important to encourage various movement skills during the developmental months! Practicing different skills and movements now will help lay the foundation for your child’s physical future. While…
Read More...The #1 Bedtime Mistake You’re Making
By: Jill Parker NO matter how much or how little research you have done about your baby’s sleep, you have probably discovered a consistent thread … the importance of a bedtime routine! My advice will be no different. I too believe a bedtime routine is…
Read More...My Birth Story
In celebration of Mother’s Day, I thought I’d share the story on how I became a mother for the third time. Here is my birth story when we welcomed Miss H into this world. My Birth Story – Hannah Elizabeth The morning of September 22nd,…
Read More...Stephanie Cardinal | Local Pregnant Mama
A lovely local mama to be is our feature this month! Right in time for Mothers Day! Stephanie Cardinal is a local west end resident, and I am extra excited because I actually know her personally! We did a little class-time together! Let’s dive…
Read More...Book Review: 201 Organic Baby and Toddler Meals
When I was given the chance to review “201 Organic Baby and Toddler Meals” cookbook by Tamika L Gardner I jumped at the chance because feeding kids is hard. Seriously hard. I get so annoyed when I spent a solid 45 minutes or more making…
Read More...Oh Baby! A Pregnancy & Baby Expo for North Shore Parents {June 6, 2015}
Calling all new and expecting North Shore parents! Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 6th – it’s the third annual Oh Baby! event at the Parkgate Community Centre, and Modern Mama will be there to meet all of you. This event offers pre &…
Read More...Safe, Natural, and Effective Ways to Address Colic
Infantile Colic By: Dr. Kirti Deol Colic can be very unsettling and upsetting to parents since symptoms present as a long period of vigorous crying that persists despite all efforts at consolation. This can leave parents feeling anxious, frustrated, confused, exhausted, guilty, and inadequate. Thankfully,…
Read More...Kinderland Market is Back May 2!
It’s been a full year, but we are excited to share that the Kinderland Market in St. Albert is back! This market promises to be full of new and used shopping options for you as well as a great way to learn more about resources…
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