During a recent gathering of moms, the topic of infant botulism circulated and I realized all of us were somewhat unclear on the safety of ingesting honey while breastfeeding. While we were all in agreement on NOT giving honey directly to an infant, we were…
Read More...Giveaway: Pink Dot Designs
I personally love to support local businesses and Mom run businesses! While it is important to shop within our community it is also important to support other Canadian’s. Pink Dot Design is based out of British Columbia and is owned and operated by Carolyn Fuhrmann,…
Read More...Top 5 Things To Do In And Around TO
Dare I say it? “Summer is here!” Actually, with the humidity this week, it feels as though we bolted directly into August. Crazy weather wreaked havoc on those of us with migraine weather sensitivities, hope you are one of the lucky ones. Last weekends inaugural…
Read More...Investment Pieces for Baby
Investment pieces for baby, what ever does that mean? Well, with three daughters, I’ve learned a thing or two about what items (gear, toys, clothing) were a waste of money and which are still being used the 3rd time around. If I had known some…
Read More...Modern Bump Brunch Highlights!
What a spectacular turnout at our Modern Bump Brunch on Sunday! We were completely full in our room at Park Royal’s Keg Steakhouse & Bar with 28 new mamas and mamas-to-be, and we couldn’t have asked for a nicer group of women to hang out with…
Read More...International Children’s Festival!
The International Children’s Festival is set to ignite children (and those young at heart!) with excitement, curiosity, learning and amazement from Tuesday, May 28th – Saturday, June 1st in St. Albert, AB! Over 100 shows representing 9 countries along with 15 hands on site activities…
Read More...Sponsor Spotlight: Mother Me & Yaya Baby
For this season’s Modern Bump Brunch coming up on May 26th, we’ve decided to post interviews with our event sponsors to personally connect our readers with the people behind these wonderful family-focused businesses. Today we’re featuring interviews with Liza of Mother Me (specialized doula care to assist a…
Read More...Sponsor Spotlight: BC Playthings & Tender Tushies
For this season’s Modern Bump Brunch coming up on May 26th, we’ve decided to post interviews with our event sponsors to personally connect our readers with the people behind these wonderful family-focused businesses. Today we’re featuring interviews with Bree of BC Playthings (a toy store…
Read More...Bump Brunch Sponsor Spotlight: Jack & Lola
Writing this post is bittersweet for us. Jack & Lola (owned and operated by dynamic duo Leanne and Kevin), has been a valued part of our North Shore community for new and expectant parents for 5 years now. They have also been keen supporters of…
Read More...World Meningitis Day
Wednesday April 24 is World Meningitis Day. World Meningitis Day video Meningococcal disease is an aggressive illness that can lead to death within 24 to 48 hours after the onset of symptoms. About 1 in 10 of those with the disease will die despite treatment….
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