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How Two Years of Breastfeeding Changed My Body Forever
A personal look at how two years of breastfeeding can affect energy, hormones, body image, recovery, and the emotional connection between parent and child.
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The Bop Trend Is Hurting Teens: How I Help at Home
I explain why the ‘Bop’ trend can hurt teens, how I approach the conversation calmly, and what I watch for when online labels begin affecting confidence, friendships, or emotional safety.
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Back-to-School Style Tips I Swear By as a Mom
I’m sharing my favorite back-to-school fashion tips for helping kids feel comfortable, confident, and ready for busy school days.
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How Much Should Kids Eat? A Healthy Portions Guide
I share practical nutrition guidance on how much and what to feed children, with a focus on balanced habits for every age and stage.
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Senior Year Costs Hit Hard: What I Wish I Knew Sooner
Senior year is emotional, memorable, and more expensive than I expected. Here is the reminder I wish I had heard sooner.
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How I Decide If My Sick Child Should Stay Home From School
I’m looking at how parents decide when a sick child truly needs to stay home from school, based on insights from a new poll.
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What I Look for in a Nourishing After-School Snack
When I’m choosing an after-school snack, I look for something that fills nutrition gaps, keeps kids satisfied, and helps carry them through to dinner.
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Back-to-School Shopping Without Blowing the Budget
A practical first-person take on surviving back-to-school shopping with a trend-loving teen while setting limits, protecting the budget, and still supporting their personal style.
Montreal kids activities
Magical Montreal Kids Activities for December 2025
I’m welcoming December 2025 with festive Montreal family activities, from skating and holiday markets to theatre, museum outings, Christmas trains, and seasonal mall events.
Montreal kids activities
Montreal With Kids: Fun February 2026 Winter Events
I’m sharing my February 2026 guide to Montreal with kids, including winter carnivals, Olympic events, hockey, skating, light festivals, and family-friendly ways to make the most of winter.
