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Win an $1,100 Back To School Giveaway
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Back To School Guilt by Erica Ehm
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 I know school can be tough on kids, but I am boldly proclaiming Back to School is way harder for moms than little ones. Morning wake up, lunch time letdown, homework hell, crafty projects, school trips - create stress for me. I'm not complaining, it's just that....oh, who am I kidding. I am complaining! Surviving the school with dignity is one of the most difficult aspects of being a modern parent. Emotions like guilt, shame, and confusion fill my head from September to June as I struggle to keep up with the scholarly demands on my mini-Einsteins. Will my son understand math this year? Will my daughter make new friends at her new school? Will I finally get organized enough to show up for their school events on the right night? We've done some homework for you and put together a bunch of smart, well organized and cheeky articles to help you survive Back to School time. So grab a spicy cabernet Sauvignon and do your research Click for more... |
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Awaking from the Homework Nightmare by Diane Duff
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You remember like it was last night... tears and arguments about whose responsibility it really is to get the science homework done. Or promises to your 8 year old that she only has 14 more math questions to do before bed and that she can study spelling words at breakfast. You can't face another school year like the last one. But you can't call a homework strike. So what do you do? Click for more... |
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One Lunch At A Time By Leanne Rancier
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It's 7:00 a.m. Monday morning. I'm still sitting in bed watching the weather station while sipping luke warm coffee which thoughtful hubby brought up to me knowing the struggle I was about to face for the next nine months. Nope, not pregnancy. This is much worse... Click for more... |
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Molly Johnson's Take on Private Schools by Erica Ehm |
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With no formal musical education, Molly Johnson has become one of Canada's most celebrated singer songwriters, her new album of standards receiving rave reviews. With no university degree, Molly is a proud Officer of the Order of Canada for her commitment to Canadian Culture and Philanthropy. And now, again with no formal training, Molly is hosting the weekend Morning Show on CBC Radio 2, proudly playing Canadian musical gems ignored by commercial stations nationwide. Today, Molly has her priorities straight. Education is... Click for more... |
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 Kathy Buckworth Rant About Kids in Sports YummyMummyClub.TV features segments on fashion, food, health, sex, work and everything in between. Edgy, playful and sometimes naughty, these byte-sized segments are perfect for multi-tasking mummies!
In this segment, Funny Mummy Kathy Buckworth rants about the trouble with trophies and how all exhausted hockey, soccer, and sports-in-general mummies can keep their mini athletes a little more...flexible.
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Candace Derickx: See Mummy Juggle Blog
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 Spreadsheet Geek
I'm a trekkie not a techie. Really. I have a thing for Vulcans since the new Star Trek came out. This is weird I know, but I'm at the age I can openly admit an attraction to make-believe people from outer space and not care if you're laughing hysterically at me. Now, you'd think with my affection for sci-fi that I would naturally be drawn to computers, right? Wrong. Prior to starting my business, my computer was used for three things...
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Julie Cole: The Baby Machine Blog
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 How Much Is Too Much?There is a lot of chit chat about the number of extracurricular activities a child should be enrolled in. With all the talk of free-range children and the importance of unstructured play, parents are re-thinking whether Johnny should be in soccer AND piano, and if ballet AND violin are too much for little Janey.
I am a self-confessed over-programmer. Where many parents have to deal with kids who are chronic activity drop-outs, I have the opposite problem. When I try telling my kids that it's figure skating OR hockey, they beg to do both. The rule in our house is ... Click for more... |
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Here are the final results of our non-fattening Yummy Mummy Club Question of the Day
Do you use a bedroom toy?
16% Alone
13% With a Partner
36% Nope
35% Both
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Mummy Wins a Back To School Prize Pack
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 There may be a science to back to school shopping but this month we're going to help you with math 'cuz we're giving away a high tech Back to School prize pack to take the byte out of your back to school purchases. One lucky mummy is going to receive a Back To School Prize Pack that includes the following Microsoft hardware and software: a Microsoft® Wireless Mobile Mouse 3000 Special Edition, a Microsoft® Wireless Keyboard 3000, a Microsoft® LifeCam VX-5500 and a Microsoft® Office Ultimate 2007. Valued at $1140! Two runners-up will each receive a copy of Office Ultimate 2007. Your kids will be stylishly high tech and with the money you save you can get a pedi and be thankful you never have to attend another Phys Ed class again... Click to win... |
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Mummy Wins The Chance to Indulge
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 Just 'cuz your kids are going back to school doesn't mean you can't learn a few new things too. Like did you know women who take the time to enjoy small indulgences everyday are better able to provide for those who depend on them? To help get you started on your indulgence homework, Quaker Portion Control Snacks and the Yummy Mummy Club are giving away two "Little Indulgences Matter to Well Being" gift packs worth $250! Finally, homework you can enjoy.
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Yummy Event - Women In Divorce Financial |
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 On Thursday, September 24th, 2009 from 6:00 - 7:30 pm in Toronto, Women in Divorce will be hosting a discussion on Mutual Solutions - A New Approach for Separating Couples.
If you and your spouse are thinking about divorce, the most important decision you will make is choosing the divorce process that feels right for both of you.
Learn about the options available to you before the emotions and costs associated with divorce spin out of control. Our panelists of divorce professionals will tell you who does what in the divorce process, how long it will take and how much it will cost. |
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September - Fashion - Wanna talk trends? Are you a fashion do or a fashion don't? Have tips on how to look hot...or not? Are your kids out of fashion control? Have a great place to buy clothes nobody knows about? What about making your own clothes? And what's up with Dads and clothing? We want your stylish stories!
Deadline August 30
October - Food - Are you a food expert? Have tips and tricks on how to get your kids to eat more veggies? Wanna share a story about an exotic food experience or your fave restaurant? What about eating and cooking healthy? We wanna hear your stories on your love or hate relationship with mealtimes, nutrition, dieting and food gratification.
Deadline September 10
November - Travel - Calling all mummies who love to travel. Have you been to any fabulous destinations? Horror stories about travelling abroad? Tips and tricks for packing? Advice on travelling with kids? Sexy places for mummies? Tell us!
Deadline October 10
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We love to hear from you. We wanna know if you have any questions or concerns. It's our job to make this the yummiest club for you!
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Did you know that The Yummy Mummy Club is owned by Erica Ehm Communications Ltd? Remember this. It may end up on a Trivial Pursuit card.
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A Calendar to Organize Every Mom 
