Month: October 2018

Ep 6: Jessica Holmes on Mental Health, Use Tech to Declutter Paper and Don’t Interview For Pain

Jessica Holmes (comedian/actress/writer/mental health advocate) is my special guest, I share how I use tech to declutter paper (for me and the kids) and why you shouldn’t interview for pain.     In addition to sharing her experience with depression (including her totally underwhelmed reaction to being asked to emcee for Oprah and how she […] Read more…

Ste. Anne’s Spa: Girls’ Getaway Review

For most of my adult life I’ve dreamed of visiting Ste. Anne’s Spa in Grafton (fun tidbit: the original part of the building was built by the Massey family, of Massey-Ferguson), so when my friend Allison suggested it as a girls’ getaway for her 40th celebration I certainly wasn’t going to refuse. (Especially since she […] Read more…

Ep 5: Etiquette expert Lisa Orr, School Day Breakfasts/Lunches & A Subscription Box Tip

Etiquette expert Lisa Orr answers all your questions, I share advice to make school day breakfasts and lunches easier, as well as a subscription box tip and another great book. It’s a jam-packed episode!     Important links: The Home For Unwanted Girls by Joanna Goodman FabFitFun (I do get rewarded if you order through […] Read more…

Q & A with Drew and Jonathan Scott, authors of Builder Brothers: Big Plans

Drew and Jonathan Scott, perhaps better known as the Property Brothers, have found time in their busy schedules to add a children’s book to their repertoires! “Jam packed with meaningful messages…” (Hello! Canada) BUILDER BROTHERS: BIG PLANS is a heartwarming picture book for the tactile and curious reader (ages 4-8). The story is about two brothers […] Read more…

Ep 4: The Child Whisperer, Birthday Party Ideas & How To Help Your Struggling Student

The Child Whisperer Carol Tuttle, birthday party ideas and a book for parents and teachers of struggling students. The book I strongly recommend for all teachers and parents of children who struggle in school: Helping Your Child with Language-Based Learning Disabilities by Daniel Franklin A link to all of the birthday party themes mentioned, plus […] Read more…

Enjoy Halloween with Your Child with Special Needs

Little ghosts, goblins, and all sorts of costumes characters will soon descend on neighborhoods across the country on Halloween night. For children coping with special needs, Halloween can be a lot of fun. The Episcopal Center for Children (ECC), a nonprofit organization providing therapeutic and special education services to children ages 5-14 in the greater Washington, […] Read more…

Ep 3: Talking Meghan, Kate & Media with Amanda Dishaw, Saving Money on Bills & a Fave App

A royal chat about Meghan, Kate and more with Amanda Dishaw, a great tip for saving money on bills, and an app I adore!     Listen to Episode 3 of This Mom Loves using the player above, or use any of the links under it to listen in your favourite spot (Apple Podcasts, Spotify, […] Read more…

Ep 1: Kortney Wilson, Closet Organization, Books by Reese Witherspoon & Emily Giffin

This week I’m talking to Kortney Wilson from Masters of Flip, sharing books by Reese Witherspoon and Emily Giffin, and talking about closet organization tips! I’m so excited to say that Episode 1 of This Mom Loves is now live and available on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher…or right here in the player at the top of […] Read more…

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