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Holiday Gifts, Giving and Giveaways
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Fashionable Gifts That Give Back by Yael Panet
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The season of giving is quickly approaching and in our family that means tons of food and tons of presents. The children get overwhelmed with all their goodies and are left in a sea of random toys, while the adults are inundated with items they didn't even know they needed.
But this year I have a plan! I am only giving gifts that give back. With a little research I found these items that reflect my love of all things stylish and will also help out those in need...
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The Psyche of the Male Shopper by Jason Perrier
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It's the one word that will send shivers through every guy's body: Shopping. But it's not shopping for the kids or for the boss or the neighbour who helped you remove an old fridge that causes the stress. It's trying to shop for the one person we are with every single day of the year - our wife... Click for more... |
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Shopping For Your Bump by Cheryl Atkinson
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As many of us have our wallets on a tight leash, fashion sometimes takes a back seat, perhaps expectant mamas even more.
But you can still look fab and feel great with all of your yummy curves - you just need to know the right purchases to get you through your nine months and beyond. Especially this versatile piece perfect for the holiday season and more...
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Meaningful Gifts This Holiday Season by World Vision
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 This year you can start a new family tradition and give a gift with meaning. With the Christmas 2009 World Vision Gift Catalogue you can choose a gift to share the Christmas spirit with others while helping those in need. So grab yourself a latte, sit back and surf the World Vision Gift Catalogue to find the perfect gift for everyone on your list. Because really...does your mother-in-law need one more thing to dust? |
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 What the Bleep Do Experts Know?Yesterday Heather, a journalist from Vancouver, interviewed me about social networking for moms. I talked her ear off about the benefits of moms connecting online through Twitter, Facebook, forums and of course YummyMummyClub.ca. After I finished my happy rant she said something that made my blood boil. Two "experts" who work closely with new moms - a psychologist and a doula - told Heather that in their "expert opinion" creating online relationships is DETRIMENTAL to new moms... Click for more... |
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Catalina: New Freakin' Mummy Blog
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Milking
the Hard Truth
I've been breastfeeding Zach for over 11
months now and although nursing is rewarding for both of us, I know the toll it
can take on your body. So, I've always been sure to get enough calcium in my
life.
Or so I thought...
Turns out, I've actually been under consuming
and apparently I'm not alone. In fact, of women aged 31 to 50 years, only 28%
consume enough. Are you one of them? Click here to find out...
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Yummy Mummy Club Winterlude Event in Ottawa
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 We've been sending out our newsletter for three years but we haven't met you face to face...until now. The Yummy Mummy Club is hosting a Winterlude Weekend Getaway in Ottawa for you and your family. We'll be partying in Ottawa from February 12th to February 15th - you can join us for an afternoon of fun and frolic, one day, two days or stay the entire four days - it's up to you! Hang out with Erica Ehm and our bevy of beautiful bloggers at events like a yummy group skate on the Rideau Canal, schmoozing at Snowflake Mountain and munching on Beaver Tails. Plus we've planned a fab afternoon for the mummies to mingle and sample delectable chocolate...without the kids. 'Cuz mummies deserve to play too. Click here for more info on getting in on the Winterlude party... |
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Mummy Wins
a Kahlúa®
Prize Pack
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 The YummyMummyClub.ca knows how hard mummies work and we think you deserve a crown. This month we're giving away five Kahlúa® prize packs valued at $110.00! Each prize pack contains a stainless steel martini set, Nestle After Eight chocolate mint straws and two Kahlúa® branded martini glasses.So after a long hard day of slaving for your kids you can sit back and relax with a tasty Kahlúa® drink and feel like the queen you are. Now if only you had a throne... Click to win... |
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Mummy Wins a Sunlight Green Grant
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 Great green ideas sprout from young minds and we wanna hear what your junior eco-warrior has to say! If your kids have ideas on how to protect the planet or inspire others to go green, apply for a Sunlight Green Clean Kids Green Grant together. If your application is approved, you'll receive a Green Grant valued between $250 and $1,500 to put their green idea into action.The first 100 applicants to list YUMMY MUMMY as "Group Name" will win a free bottle of Sunlight Green Clean - a new environmentally-friendly laundry detergent! Click to win... |
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 Precious is an overweight, illiterate, abused, pregnant African-American teenager living in Harlem. And you thought your life was in the gutter. Produced by Oprah Winfrey and Tyler Perry, Precious is an inspiring story about overcoming obstacles and finding victory in dignity. This month ten lucky mummies will win copies of the Precious soundtrack and a copy of Push, the book that inspired the film. So when your daughter decides to dye her hair green or pierce her tongue, just remember - she might be driving you completely crazy, but life is short. And precious. Click to win... |
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Check out these fab products and services - Cuz
sometimes Yummy Mummies need some help to make life a little easier. Warning -
this is a guilt free shopping zone! Click on the title to check out their
website!
Little Heroes Personalized Children's Books
- Create books
featuring family, friends and your child as the hero. Choose hair, eyes, skin
and glasses, creating personalized illustrations that look just like your
child.
Kathy and Kim Originals - Wow It's Me! Create your child's adorable likeness on
their very own eco friendly water bottle or ceramic mug. Select from a huge list of hair styles and
colours, funky accessories and various skin colours to create the most
personalized gift you'll find this holiday season!
WWF Adopt an Animal - Make a difference and purchase a symbolic adoption for a
loved one through WWF-Canada. It's an adorable gift kids will love and will
help save wildlife at the same time!
Click here for more fab products and services...
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 You're a multi-tasking mummy who's been on the go all day. Now it's time to put your kids to bed only they're asking for one more story and a glass of water and you're quickly running out of steam. This month just for joining, ten mummies are going to win Little Stars Bedtime Cards, a bedtime ritual that will have your kids jumping into bed willingly! Simply tuck Little Stars Bedtime Card under your child's pillow before bed and let them "discover" it - then enjoy a gentle bedtime ritual that helps send your child to sleep feeling loved and important. It's the perfect way to make bedtime a breeze when your get up and go, has got up and went...
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January - Giving Back - Do you volunteer your time to charities? Wanna get the word out about a charity we haven't heard of? Have a kid who has gone above and beyond by giving back? How do you teach your kids the importance of giving back to the community? Deadline December 10
Mid-January - Money: Making It/Saving It - Who earns the money in your home? Do you and your partner fight about money? Are you a financial expert? Do you have tips to save? Insurance Tips? Do you consider Manolo Blahniks to be an investment? How do you instill value in your kids? We wanna read your money stories!!
Deadline December 15
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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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Last Chance To Win a $500 Gift Card 
