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Tag: ages and stages

The Mature Woman’s Guide to Staying Fabulous

November 25, 2015momstownReal LifeNo commentsages and stages

Your body is constantly changing but one thing remains the same- you’re fabulous! Even though you know your body better than anyone else, there are guidelines to help you on your way to being your best self.

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4 Strategies for Taking the Stress Out of Introducing Solid Foods

June 10, 2014momstownParentingNo commentsadvice, ages and stages, Breastfeeding, expert advice, ideas for new moms, making baby food, new baby, nutrition, Picky Eaters, starting solids, transition to food

Weaning your baby to solids can be a stressful time for most parents. The most important message I want to convey to parents is to try to “relax” through this process as much as possible. Your baby will guide you, let you know their likes and dislikes, how much they want and what textures they can handle. No matter what any regulations say, follow your baby’s cues. I hope this next stage is a wonderful time in your child’s development, but if you are confused or not sure at all, reach out.

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Using Hot Wheels for Early Math and Language Skills

May 22, 2014momstownPreschooler, Real Life, School LifeNo commentsactivities for kids, ages and stages, Early Education, family fun, product reviews, product testing, teachable moments, toys

We hosted a momstown Hot Wheels Track Challenge and during the event it was clear that not only can playing with cars and tracks be hours of entertainment for your preschooler, there are several teachable moments that help develop important skills.

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Tough Transitions

May 7, 2014momstownPreschooler, Real LifeNo commentsadvice, ages and stages, birthdays, expert advice, Julie Cole, parenting advice, traditions

I’ve often heard parents talk about difficulties their kids have with transitions. Sometimes it’s a change in routine, a change in wardrobe or a change in living situations. I’ve never had big issues with my kids and transitions. Even my child with autism didn’t struggle too much in this department.

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Fisher-Price Little People is all about Discovering with your child

April 17, 2014momstownReal LifeNo commentsages and stages, product reviews, shopping, sponsored, toys

This month at our momstown Community Celebrations across Canada, moms and kids have been having fun together at the Discovery Play Areas sponsored by Fisher-Price Little People. With interactive toys that help kids to discover their world through play and imagination, our little visitors have been trying and discovering “why”!

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Kids Ear Piercing – For or Against?

February 28, 2014momstownParenting1 commentadvice, ages and stages, hot topics, Julie Cole, tough decisions

Julie Cole weighs in on the debate to pierce your child’s ears or not. A hot button topic around moms.

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Changes to Baby’s First Foods: What are the new recommendations?

February 21, 2014momstownParentingNo commentsages and stages, first foods, starting solids, transition

Introducing baby to solids is an exciting and sometimes confusing time. The latest recommendations from Health Canada (released in 2012) cite some important changes, and her are some great tips from Sprout Right on what the new guidelines are for baby’s first foods.

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The best trikes, balance bikes, and big kid bikes this spring

February 6, 2013momstownPreschooler, Real LifeNo commentsages and stages, bikes, product reviews, Spring, tricycles

As warm weather approaches, momstown mamas are on the lookout for the best tricycles, balance bikes, and big kid bikes. Whether your little one is on his first tricycle, ready to get a big bike, or wants to lose the training wheels, momstown Finds has the scoop on what’s hot in wheels this spring.

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Why Baboo?

October 24, 2012momstownParentingNo commentsages and stages, health, ideas for new moms, parenting advice, product reviews, sponsored, toddlers, traditions

Baboo from Natrel is the first dairy product on the Canadian market made with fresh milk specially designed to ensure a smooth transition from breast milk or infant formula to regular milk, providing an ideal complement to the balanced diet of growing toddlers aged 12–24 months.

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Why I love being a hockey mom (and why I never thought I would)

October 17, 2012momstownParenting, Preschooler, School LifeNo commentsages and stages, Hockey, Mommy stories, parenting advice, physical literacy, raising boys, sports

I can’t believe I’m a new hockey mom and I’m loving it! From early mornings at the rink to expensive equipment….bring it on!

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What to do when your child swears

October 17, 2012momstownParenting, School LifeNo commentsadvice, ages and stages, parenting advice

Tips for when you child says a swear word. As your child grows up and is exposed to older influences, those simple naughty words evolve into words that would make your hear curl! Here is a great story of how one mom handled the “s” word.

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The Freedom of a Two Wheeler Bike

April 11, 2012momstownPreschooler, Real Life, School LifeNo commentsactivities for kids, ages and stages, Ann-Marie Burton, bikes, Summer

Big day today – the training wheels came off. Not just one bike, but off two bikes. A huge milestone – doubled!

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