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What Moms Should Look For In A Daycare

Being a first time mom is hard, you are just getting the hang of things, you are healing and you are tired. Some of your first time mothers are also already thinking about preparing to go back to work, which means you are already on…

5 Things You Should Never Do To Your Daycare Provider

When you are a parent you aren’t just faced with a new relationship between you and your child, but you are also starting new relationships with all your little ones new care provider’s. That includes doctors, lactation consultants, nutritionists and for some daycare provider’s. As…

Vancouver Childcare + Preschools Guide 2017

Childcare Options and Types Available

Finding the right childcare can be a difficult transition. You want a provider who is caring and attentive and responsible. You want something that fits your life in terms of hours, location and cost. And you don’t want to spend years on a waitlist. Here…

The Importance of a Contract When Hiring a Nanny

This article has been written by Adele Perry, of the Nanny Jamboree and Vancouver Nanny Network Creating a contract can seem rather time-consuming for more tedious paperwork, but I can assure you that spending the time to set up a contract with your nanny,…

Childcare Spotlight: Tot Spot Academy

Mom’s who are returning to the workforce often have one big problem weighing on their mind. “Who will take care of my child?” For me, it was hands down the hardest choice I had to make at that juncture in my life. I am ever…

Top 5 Preschools In North Edmonton & St.Albert

Choosing the right preschool for your child can be a difficult one. Especially with the daunting different types of philosophies, each one can have! Do you want a play based preschool or a reggio emilia focused curriculum? ( see our blog post on the different types…

Childcare + Preschools Guide 2017

Welcome to the Childcare + Preschools Guide. We have put together the very best of articles, tips, and ideas for childcare, daycare, preschools and activities for the 0-5-year-old age group. Everything you need to prepare for that new phase of leaving your little one while…

Child Care + Preschools Guide: North Edmonton & St.Albert

For the month of March, us here at Modern Mama are going to be sharing our child care guide! Watch for posts all about preschools, enrichment activities and of course child care! I know we all want the best for our little ones, and…

Keeping Your Eyes Safe This Summer

It’s summer! That means lots of swimming pools, sunshine and playing in the great outdoors. While we do our best to enjoy our favourite summer activities safely, sometimes accidents happen. Here are four tips to help keep your kids’ eyes safe this summer: Beware of…