Residential schools whether we like it or not are part of our Canadian history.Β I am thankful that it is history but was surprised to know that the last residential school only closed in Canada in 1996. It is a difficult topic to discuss…
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When you became a caregiver, whether it was for your children or others did you realize just how much it was going to take out of you?Β I knew it was going be a lot of work, but I was not really prepared for…
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If we want to give our kids the best chance in the future, teaching them good money habits needs to be on the list.Β Kids learn by example, but they also learn by inclusion and letting them make their own choices and mistakes. …
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Every year on April 22, we celebrate Earth Day.Β A Day to remind ourselves that there is only one planet Earth and we need to take care of her. There are lots of ways we can all help be apart of the earth day movement…
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Earth Day 2021 – April 22, 2021. When you think of Earth Day, what do you immediately think of? For many people, Earth Day means how they can reduce the impact they have on the environment. But when you think of different ways to reduce…
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In 2021 consumers can expect to see another increase to food prices, 3-5% in fact!Β The items with the highest increases are staples like meat, bread and vegetables.Β This translates into an average of $695 more spent per year on groceries, bringing the new average…
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After the free online mindfulness workshop that Modern Mama did last week with Jennie Abbot, RYI (Harmony Yoga) and Kathryn Jacobsen, RTC and CHt (KGJ Counselling), we thought a list of books for kids on the topic of mindfulness was in order. Jennie was kind…
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Small business Sunday is a chance for me to help small businesses, many of which are local.Β It is an opportunity to help highlight and feature their incredible services and products to our Modern Mama audience.Β Many of these businesses are fellow parents starting out…
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There are a huge variety of mindfulness meditation apps to choose from – whether your kids are trying to read/study/calmdown/fall asleep/stay asleep.Β Many apps have an online and a physical component.Β Studies have shown that mindfulness techniques can help kids fall asleep faster, sleep…
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I am very excited to be working with two other amazing local moms to be able to bring you a 1 hour online FREE workshop on Mindfulness. I have been focusing a lot personally and professionally on self-care, mindfulness and mental health. It is something…
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