Winter Programs start next week and a few spaces remain! Meet your Peel mom crew, bond with your baby, try new activities and learn from local experts - in a fun, low-pressure, inclusive environment via Zoom
đŠâđźVirtual Mom & Baby takes place Tuesdays & Thursdays, Feb 2-25, 11am-12pm.
đ¤°Mom-to-Be Virtual Retreat takes place Sundays, Feb 21 & 28, 10am-1pm
We also set up a private WhatsApp group so you can chat with your fellow moms/moms-to-be and easily connect beyond your time spent in class.
Check out https://mommyconnections.ca/mississauga/our-classes-events/ for more details or email [email protected]
Mommy Connections North Peel
We provide educational and social connections for the modern family before baby and beyond!
Introducing you to programs and services available within North Peel - including Brampton & Caledon.
It takes a village. We're here to help you build yours.
Online programs start Monday Oct 19th: https://mommyconnections.ca/west-toronto/product/mcvirtualvillage-mom-baby-online-program-oct-2020/
https://youtu.be/dUoY1OlR22U
Mommy Connections Promo Video Oct 2020 It takes a village. We're here to help you build yours. Our programs, which take place in 25 communities across Canada, offer a unique opportunity to connect...
As we enter into a 28 day closure of many businesses, we want to reassure all of the new moms out there - you don't need to navigate this time alone! Find a crew of moms at the same stage of you and join us for a twice weekly online program. We'll help you find your virtual village! https://mommyconnections.ca/west-toronto/product/mcvirtualvillage-mom-baby-online-program-oct-2020/
#MCVirtualVillage â Mom & Baby Online Program â Oct 19- Nov 11, 2020 Just like our in-person classes, our virtual classes will include discussions with local experts and fun activities for you and baby. Weâll continue to focus on helping you connect with your fellow moms, all from the comfort of home. And the best part is that youâll also get to meet in real life...
CONTEST ALERT! Enter to win a prize pack from Boiron Canada valued at $115! Contest closes Oct 7, 11:59pm.
Enter here: https://mommyconnections.lpages.co/boiron-oct-2020/
Enter to win a prize pack from Boiron Canada valued at $115! Enter to win a prize pack from Boiron Canada valued at $115!
⨠Contest Alert! â¨
Enter to win a Family Set of Funkins Lunch Bags, Napkins, and Non-Medical Face Masks! Prize valued at $225. Contest closes on August 12, 2020.
https://mommyconnections.lpages.co/funkins-aug-2020/
Enter to win a Family Set of Funkins Lunch Bags, Napkins, and Non-Medical Face Masks! Enter to win a Family Set of Funkins Lunch Bags, Napkins, and Non-Medical Face Masks!
CONTEST ALERT! Enter to win a Summer Wellness Kit (valued at $100) from Boiron Canada. Contest closes July 22, 2020. https://mommyconnections.lpages.co/boiron-contest-july-2020/
Enter to win a Summer Wellness Kit from Boiron Enter to win a Summer Wellness Kit from Boiron
Are there any other tired lock-down mommies out there?! đđ¤Łđ
#7 is my favourite đŚ How about yours?
Would you add anything else? đ¤Ł
Our friends at Baby Gourmet have expanded their line-up to include FIVE new plant-based products:
đTropical Green Smoothie
đBerry Coconut Smoothie
â¤ď¸Apple Sweet Potato Rusks (finger food)
đBlueberry Spinach Acai Rusks (finger food)
đSweet Pea Rings (finger food)
We especially love the brand new Berry Coconut Smoothie. Itâs made with 100% organic fruit and veggies and includes pea protein, avocado and coconut cream - important for babyâs growth and brain development.
And the new Rusks products are a melt-in-your-mouth, nutrient dense baby teether alternative, bursting with flavour.
Have you given them a try? Weâd love to know what you think!
This is such an incredible free resource for families looking to discuss anti-racism with young children.
Thank you K is for Kindness for sharing your work!
⨠CONTEST ALERT! â¨
Enter to win over $100 worth of amazing The Green Beaver Company products!
https://mommyconnections.lpages.co/green-beaver-contest-may-28-2020/
Enter to win a gift basket from Green Beaver! Enter to win a gift basket from Green Beaver valued at $100.
In case you need a laugh...or a face mask đ¤Ł
Our popular Infant & Child CPR and First Aid Workshops are now available online!
Youâll get your own private, live training, one-on-one with our instructor via Zoom. Itâs $90+tax per family, and you can have up to 2 other family members dial in at no extra charge (great for Grandparents!) The workshop includes:
Baby and/or Child CPR
Choking emergencies and common potential choking hazards for children & infants
Understanding SIDS, sudden infant death syndrome
Crib safety
Treating falls â signs & symptoms for concussions
Anaphylactic shock & epi pen usage/protocol (optional)
Severe allergies â what to look for and what to avoid (optional)
Fevers and febrile seizures (optional)
Accessing EMS â 911
Question/answer first aid session
Baby and Child safety hand-out (emailed after workshop completion) & Reference Materials
Email and phone forum open to any participants with first aid questions
Youâll also get 2 ârefresherâ spots in an in-person training once itâs safe to do so.
Classes can be arranged at your convenience, whenever it suits your schedule.
Learn more here: https://mommyconnections.ca/west-toronto/product/baby-and-child-cpr-and-first-aid-course/
We know the past few months havenât been easy, especially for new and expectant parents who have had to cancel baby showers and milestone events.
The Babyganics Shower Squad has one mission: to shower these new and expectant parents with baby-ready essentials from Babyganics! The winner will receive a prize pack valued at over $700, including the Babyganics line-up of products as well as a $500 giftcard to buybuy BABY. There are 5 of these prize packs to be won!
All you have to do is nominate a friend for a special baby shower surprise, and Babyganics will do the rest.
Babyganics is made with babyâs skin in mind, offering everything from Diapers and Wipes, to bath time essentials like Bubble Bath and Shampoo & Body Wash, to household products like Laundry Detergent and Dish & Bottle Soap.
Itâs the Babyganics mission to empower parents to protect, nurture, and instill the spirit of adventure as they raise the next generation of healthy, happy babies.
To nominate a friend, please read carefully through the page of Terms and Conditions and follow the instructions on the site: https://bit.ly/3fPrnJs
The Shower Squad canât wait to hear from you!
⨠CONTEST ALERT! â¨
Enter to win a $120 Hello Bello prize pack and a $50 gift card from buybuy BABY Canada!
Enter here: https://mommyconnections.lpages.co/hello-bello-contest-april-2020/
Enter to win a $120 Hello Bello prize pack and a $50 gift card from buybuy BABY! Enter to win a $120 Hello Bello prize pack and a $50 gift card from buybuy BABY!
Our friends at Boiron Canada are proud to launch, in collaboration with their partner Wallis for Wellness, a new free webinar series: the Boiron Wellness Parenting Tips.
Registered Massage Therapist Margaret Wallis-Duffy will be discussing with health care experts common babiesâ ailments such as teething, colic and mild sleeping disorders, giving advice and tips on how to relieve and comfort their baby while answering the many questions which are often a concern for moms and dads.
Workshops take place on Wednesdays in May.
Register for the free webinars here: https://wow.elearnologylms.ca/store
This is such a touching video â¤ď¸
https://youtu.be/hw0JDJUu548
The Great Realisation : Hindsight 2020 An eye opener for our blind society, time to reflect and start a new " Normal " The Great Realisation. Hindsights 2020 - Tomos Roberts
Are you at home with a busy toddler?
Join us as we play, explore, and make new friends in our virtual Mom & Tot Program in West Toronto!
Our virtual program features a fun activity for you and your toddler to do together from the comfort of your home, such as music, dance, art, gymnastics, martial arts, a Princess visit, and more! We'll also focus on helping you connect with fellow families.
Of course, dads are welcome to join in on the fun as well!
This class is ideal for parents and their tots, 18 months to 4 years.
Recordings will be available after each class â but we strongly encourage live attendance to foster a community feel and the connection weâre all craving right now.
The program runs for 6 weeks and costs $79+hst
We hope to 'see' you there!
https://mommyconnections.ca/west-toronto/product/mcvirtualvillage-mom-tot-online-program/
Although we arenât running virtual programs in our community (yet!) we encourage you to join any of our other programs in the surrounding area.
Even in isolation, you are not alone.
Weâre here to help you build your village.
Mom & Baby (0-8 months): https://mommyconnections.ca/mississauga/product/mcvirtualvillage-mom-baby-online-program-may-5-28-2020/
Mini Movers (6-18 months): https://mommyconnections.ca/west-toronto/product/mcvirtualvillage-mini-movers-online-program/
Mom & Tot (18 months+): https://mommyconnections.ca/west-toronto/product/mcvirtualvillage-mom-tot-online-program/
Our popular Infant & Child CPR and First Aid Workshops are now available online!
Youâll get your own private, live training, one-on-one with our instructor via Zoom. Itâs $90+tax per family, and you can have up to 2 other family members dial in at no extra charge (great for Grandparents!) The workshop includes:
- Baby and/or Child CPR
- Choking emergencies and common potential choking hazards for children & infants
- Understanding SIDS, sudden infant death syndrome
- Crib safety
- Treating falls â signs & symptoms for concussions
- Anaphylactic shock & epi pen usage/protocol (optional)
- Severe allergies â what to look for and what to avoid (optional)
- Fevers and febrile seizures (optional)
- Accessing EMS â 911
- Question/answer first aid session
- Baby and Child safety hand-out (emailed after workshop completion) & Reference Materials
- Email and phone forum open to any participants with first aid questions
Youâll also get 2 ârefresherâ spots in an in-person training once itâs safe to do so.
Classes can be arranged at your convenience, whenever it suits your schedule.
Learn more here: https://mommyconnections.ca/west-toronto/product/baby-and-child-cpr-and-first-aid-course/
DYK Cream Of Tartar isn't actually cream?! Add some to your next online grocery delivery, and check out our homemade playdough recipe:
https://mommyconnections.ca/west-toronto/2015/03/18/homemade-playdough-recipe/
With social distancing, March Break cancellations, and school closures, all the kids are at home. Looking for ways to help keep them busy?
Weâve partnered with Mattel on an amazing contest where one lucky family will win a prize pack of toys valued at $250. Contest closes March 18th.
Enter here for your chance to win: https://mommyconnections.lpages.co/mattel-contest-march-2020/?fbclid=IwAR0eePjFieBGZMrOo-eV2QgJMBFA7UVn0XaoDu33T62oXuC9FzJTlDuq4l
Enter to win a March Break Prize Pack (Value $250) from Mattel! Enter to win a March Break Prize Pack (Value $250) from Mattel!
Enter to win a March Break Prize Pack (Value $250) from Mattel
https://mommyconnections.lpages.co/mattel-contest-march-2020/
Enter to win a March Break Prize Pack (Value $250) from Mattel! Enter to win a March Break Prize Pack (Value $250) from Mattel!
Have you heard about the brand new spa in Brampton- specifically for babies?!
It's called Happy Baby Spa and
we're giving away a month of unlimited hydrotherapy for your little one - enter to win here:
https://mommyconnections.lpages.co/happy-baby-spa-contest-march-2020/
Good luck!
Enter to win 1 month unlimited hydrotherapy (infants from 4 weeks up to 24 months) From Happy Baby Spa Enter to win 1 month unlimited hydrotherapy (infants from 4 weeks up to 24 months) From Happy Baby Spa
CONTEST! Enter to win a Baby Gourmet prize pack filled with amazing products and coupons valued at $125!
https://mommyconnections.lpages.co/baby-gourmet-contest-march-2020/
Enter to win a prize pack! Enter to win a Baby Gourmet prize pack filled with delicious meals valued at $80!
The Region Of Peel is looking for volunteer breastfeeding companions. They are looking for mothers who have had a positive breastfeeding experience and value the importance of breastfeeding and are willing to share and support their peers in the community. Please see the attached file for more details.
It's been such a pleasure hanging out with this crew every Wednesday!
Thank you Nadia Gabriela Photography for capturing this awesome photo!
Want to join us this January? Here are the details: https://www.mommyconnections.ca/peel/store/products/mom-baby-program-wednesdays-2/
Breastfeeding and active? Youâll want to read our review of KOJO, new nursing activewear thatâs just launched in Canada. Our reviewer tested out their most popular style and loved it.
Read our latest post to get the full scoop: https://www.mommyconnections.ca/blog/2019/12/08/now-available-in-canada-new-activewear-for-breastfeeding-moms/
Now Available in Canada: New Activewear for Breastfeeding Moms | Mommy Connections I'm an active person by nature. After my first daughter was born in winter 2017, I was back exercising fairly quickly. For months I tried to find good nursing activewear. Pickings were slim, save
Enter to win a prize pack from A.Vogel Canada valued at $120!
https://mommyconnections.lpages.co/a-vogel-contest-nov-2019/
Kids & Company, our preferred child care provider, is offering an exclusive Black Friday special!
Register using code BLACKFRIDAY2019 between November 27 and December 3, 2019 for any of their full or part-time programs to receive the month of December or January FREE (new registrants only).
https://kidsandcompany.com/
"While I have struggled at times with being home so much, I can't remember the last time I felt permission to stay in sweatpants all day and watch Netflix at 3 pm. There is a grace in learning to surrender to the pace of the day (which can be frenzied and slow all in 10 minutes) with a newborn. There is a blessing in learning how to ask for help and how to say thank you to those that brought us delicious meals and big hugs and for those who text loving words. I am learning to see the gifts in slowing down, even if I sometimes resist it." via Motherly
https://www.mother.ly/life/i-prepared-so-much-for-my-baby-that-i-forgot-to-prepare-for-my-own-transformation
I prepared so much for my baby that I forgot to prepare for my own transformation While I had gone through the motions of doing the preparations, what I hadn't done was say goodbye to my old life.
CONTEST! Enter to win any toy bundle of your choice, valued at $55. Includes free shipping from Samko & Miko Toy Warehouse!
https://mommyconnections.lpages.co/samko-fall-2019-/
Enter to win a toy bundle! Enter to win a toy bundle of your choice valued at $55. Free shipping from Samko & Miko Toy Warehouse.
This is such a great story!
We can't wait to welcome a new crew of moms & babies to our new session starting this Wednesday! Check out all of the fun we will be having!
đ¸: Nadia Gabriela Photography
Enter to win a Baby Gourmet prize pack filled with our delicious meals, valued at $80!
https://mommyconnections.lpages.co/baby-gourmet-contest-november-2019/
Enter to win a prize pack! Enter to win a Baby Gourmet prize pack filled with delicious meals valued at $80!
Movies for Mommies Brampton is a Baby Friendly environment for parents (Moms And Dads) to enjoy a grown up movie with reduced film sound, bottle warming, stroller parking, and change tables on site.
A great way to meet other new parents. The Perfect age for baby to attend is 0-12 months! The younger your LO is, the more likely they will be to sleep through the screening but all ages are welcome!
All movies run with reduced sound & dim lights. Change tables are in theatre. Arrive early to receive your welcome package with great freebies! Dads, Partners, Friends & Grandparents are always welcome!
Be sure to REGISTER for their weekly e-blast at www.moviesformommies.com and be the first to know about special PRE-SHOW EVENTS and awesome offers!
Like their page for information on upcoming movies and events!
"Mommy Connections is a fabulous resource to connect you with services and activities in your community, but above all, it is about connecting you with other moms who you can share the highs and lows of motherhood with." - Mommy Connections Alumni
A new mom & baby session starts Nov 13th, 6 weeks for only $119! https://www.mommyconnections.ca/peel/store/products/mom-baby-program-wednesdays/
She nailed her 'new mom' Halloween costume!
"Easiest costume ever: The Mama
âď¸messy top bun
âď¸black leggings
âď¸caffeinating
âď¸baby-wearing
âď¸oversized sunnies
âď¸target errand-running
P.S. We totally acknowledge that mom life has many different looks. So a big shout out to the moms who rock business suits, scrubs, uniforms, and leggings. We are all rockstars and I support all of you because it ain't easy mama."
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Hello! I'm Sonia Perhar; a daughter, a wife and most recently a new mom to my sweet baby boy Shaan.
Shaan was born in January on the coldest weekend and when we had a snow storm. I didn't leave the house for 3 weeks because there was a blizzard every other day. One of my friends introduced me to mommy connections and I absolutely loved it! Immediately after my first class I checked out the website to learn more about mommy connections and how I could be apart of this awesome program.
My husband and I have been married for 8 years. I love to travel, shop and teach/practice yoga.
Since becoming a mom I have learned to practice patience and to remain calm. Energy is everything! I love meeting new mom's and sharing experiences. This is an amazing journey and I am so grateful to be apart of motherhood.
We really hope that you can join our next mom & baby session starting on Nov 13th: https://www.mommyconnections.ca/peel/store/products/mom-baby-program-wednesdays/
Photo credit: Nadia Gabriela Photography