We asked our Facebook followers what Toronto moms really want this Valentine's Day, and you came through with your dream gifts
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It’s the beginning of January and as we start a new year now is the perfect time to incorporate personal pampering into your regular routine. Many moms fantasize about getting in a little ‘me time’ or a little more ‘me time’ but the truth is it’s not as tough as you think, confidently believing you deserve it is a great first step. We recommend letting your partner or support team know that this year you may need a little help making time for yourself and we promise you won’t regret it. Toronto Mom Now recently
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So, what’s a flu-fearing, germ-wary, busy person supposed to do during cold and flu season? As always, eat well and eat real, exercise and take good care. It’s not medical advice, just common sense. Washing your hands, taking cover, warming up and cooling down, eating right, detoxing and recovery are all things that we recommend and have considered, and that I incorporate into my life, so I know they are tried, tested and true, and below are the essentials. Remember, if you are hit with the flu, this too shall pass. Coconut Water Staying hydrated is one of the
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On Friday November 2nd, the ING Direct Café in downtown Toronto was a buzz with beauty industry professionals discovering the latest and greatest in Canadian products while all star judges were on hand to determine the winner of the 1st Annual Canadian Beauty Innovation Awards. Organized by Natasha Lewis, Founder of the Canadian Beauty Group, the awards have been designed to provide a platform for Canadian businesses focused on taking innovation to the next level and should offer industry recognition both in Canada and abroad. Inaugural Beauty Awards Bring Out Top Names in the
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On a cold and rainy Thursday evening in downtown Toronto, as many bloggers and digital media influencers were gearing up for two of Canada’s biggest digital media networking conferences, ShesConnected and Blissdom; Toronto Mom Now was busy connecting our top bloggers and enjoying the fresh food and drinks at Panera Bread. Earlier this year we asked you, our readers to help us find Toronto’s best mommy bloggers and after reviewing many nominations, we listed the top 30. We found that Toronto mom’s have a different perspective on parenting that is a little more urban and
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Toronto is known as one of the most active creative hubs in Canada and there are many galleries and art schools that offer programs for creative kids from beginner to advanced, but of all the art schools we know of, none has quite as strong a reputation as the Avenue Road Arts School. Nurturing Imaginative Thinking Founded in 1993, The Avenue Road Arts School has a mandate to “provide people of all ages with high quality visual and performing arts instruction in a relaxed and and supportive environment.” The school also prides itself on nurturing
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Halloween produces more boos, eeks, screeches and ding dongs than we should tolerate. In an attempt to make sure our kids don’t hate us, and our neighbours, family and friends don’t ridicule us (although some of us may have gotten used to this by now), these tips will hopefully provide useful suggestions, and inspire you to have a less scary Halloween (since, boycotting the holiday altogether is a little ambitious and un-spirited – for this year anyways). Be scary, but don’t spook our cherished kids and precious planet. Since Halloween involves community, support yours Buy
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Toronto is well known for having a strong Caribbean flavour and with rival Caribbean restaurants throughout the GTA it is a challenge to find ‘the best’ Caribbean cuisine in town. Toronto Mom Now is here to reassure you that we know where to savour the best Jamaican BBQ charcoal chicken chicken in Toronto, Rap’s. Authentic Jamaican Dishes Located on Eglinton West in the heart of one of the city’s most vibrant West Indian communities, Rap’s has been a corner stone of authentic Jamaican cuisine for years but was known as a casual (dive), until recently when it was
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By: Erica Ashmore Are you in a hairstyle rut? Do you have the typical mom do? You know the do. The infamous pony mom-tail. Well mine is always up and when I look around the playground and at my sons school I see I am not alone. As a mom on the go, tying my hair back is a quick do and it’s pretty good at hiding a day late wash. Feeling tired of my look and wanting something new for Fall I received a fantastic opportunity to meet up with Toronto hairstylist, Noush. Located
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The Belle Method is the creation of Pilates Instructor and professional Dancer Nikki Bergen. Belle is Fitness Philosophy designed for women that combines the core technique of Pilates, the intensity of bootcamp and the zen of yoga. Belle is about feeling strong and beautiful inside and out and we’re sure Toronto moms will love Nikki’s holistic and effective programs. Belle Method Philosophies Being true to yourself: It’s about self-care, carving out time for yourself and being honest about your needs. Sometimes you have to come first! Elevating your awareness: What’s working and what’s not working
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