While I share the reasons we chose to have a planned c-section, those feelings of disappointment have still resurfaced.
2018: Looking Back
Looking back on 2018 comes with its moments of belly aching laughter and moments I’m less than proud of. Truth be told, 2018 was one of the more challenging years for me. Here are the lessons I learned.
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Why Christmas didn’t change my goal to buy local
Buying local is about supporting the people who give it their all to live out a dream, and supporting Niagara. Why should Christmas shopping be any different? In fact, shouldn’t it be a bigger focus?
Three Sunday Rituals to Optimize Your Week
Raise your hand if you love Sundays! Why do I feel like I’m being judged for my love of Sundays. I know this means tomorrow is back to work for you, a partner, and school for the little ones. May I suggest warming up to Sunday and embrace its opportunity to set you up for […]
A Letter to My Daughter on the Day I Learned about Baby no. 2
Learning your family is growing is a rollercoaser of emotions. I thought about how thankful I am to my daughter for first calling me mom.
A Bedtime Routine for the Too Tired Momma
Isn’t it funny. As moms we put so much emphasis on routine for our littles. Many children, Millie included, thrive with routine but the truth is, so do mommas! If a good bedtime routine is key for healthy sleeping habits for our babies why isn’t it for you? After a long day the last thing […]
The Women Behind The Atelier Collective
It hardly felt like work but there I was among business women. The Atelier Collective, in its inaugural year, was way beyond a Women in Business conference. It was a day of real talk, inspiration, and a lot of laughs between a sold out crowd of women from all over at a family winery right here […]
Date Night Spotlight: The Oven at Honsberger Estates Winery
The idea of sneaking away alone for a date night is so appealing but tell me where the time is. Am I right? I’ve thought about how lovely it would be for Arthur & I to get out once a week but, really, it’s just that; a thought. The truth is that it would be […]
Happy Canada Day: Five Canadian Brands I Love
Happy Canada Day everyone! I am a notoriously patriotic Canadian; though I do not have a maple leaf tattoo – does that exclude me? I say ‘eh’ more than I should, I can sing along to most Tragically Hip songs, and I love the winter. OK, those are super clique examples but, really, I love […]
Purse (Diaper Bag) Essentials for Momma
Remember packing your hospital bag before your little one(s) arrived with essentials for both you and your baby? Remember when you never prioritized essentials for you ever again? Momma, you’re important. You’re a priority. So, like diapers and a spare outfit for baby are a must for your diaper bag, why should you forget yourself […]
