Who else is over the ‘New Year, New You’ crap that gets thrust down our throats this time of year? I don’t need a ‘new’ me, and, frankly, neither does anyone else. Instead of falling into the ‘diet and exercise’ culture that the New Year seems to bring out in overabundance, let’s instead take a […]
Easy ways to support your child’s journey to financial independence
As our children head into their teen years, we hope they have developed an understanding of the value of money. We also know they are prone to quick action with little concern for the consequences – and that means they sometimes spend what they intended to save. This is the time to guide your growing […]
How to network as a parent and aspiring entrepreneur
*This article was written by Daniel Sherwin of DadSolo.com. If you are interested in having your writing hosted on A Modern Mom’s Life, please read the guidelines for guest posts.* When you’re caring for a family and building a business simultaneously, every spare minute counts. Networking might not seem like a high priority, but it can […]
Toques From The Heart makes winter more comfortable for homeless Canadians
Homelessness is a systemic problem across Canada. About 35,000 Canadians experience homelessness on any given night. Toques From The Heart is aiming to donate 35,000 toques to the homeless this year, and we can help them meet this goal. When I received an email asking to help promote Toques From The Heart (TRTH) in their […]
How to stay connected with your kids into the teen years
As a parent, I thought the baby years were the hardest. They certainly were new and sleep-deprived, but as my children grow, I’m learning that every stage of parenting has its own struggles. We’ve been through starting daycare, then school, and dealt with some learning difficulties as my oldest moved into those middle-elementary years where […]