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No Spend Challenge & Win a Sexy Adventure
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My No Spend Challange by Taya Knight
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My path to saving money started when I got married in September of 2007. My husband was a great saver and I was not. Although I would never spend more than I had in the bank, I was feeling overwhelmed by the stuff I brought into our home. The clothes I ended up not liking, the lotions and potions that lost their appeal. Not to mention the amount of cash I was spending on things I ended up not enjoying. And then I did something that cured me of my spending habit once and for all... Click for more... |
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MILF For Less by Danielle Christopher
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I am staring at myself in front of the full-length mirror under the yellow light in the Reitman's change room. Fifty pounds removed since my last baby was born one year ago and this is the moment of truth.
I take a deep breath and slip on the pair of comfort fit pants in a size I have dreamt about...
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Do You Have a Clue About Value? by Natalie Jamison
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I guess you could call me the Money Mommy.
I've been working as a wealth management advisor for the last 13 years. I've
seen and dealt with a lot of money. (Hundreds of millions - none of them mine).
But when it comes to teaching my kids the value
of a dollar; I struggled at first. What do I tell them? How do I approach the
subject? I've found the best way to talk
to my kids about value and money is...
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Straight Talk About Mummy's Money by Marcy Berg
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The warning shots have been fired across the land regarding interest rates and consumer debt. The drums are beating, the towers are ablaze, and the warnings have never been as strong. Since it is now all but certain interest rates will go up marketing campaigns will no doubt spring up from every type of lending institution repeatedly warning you that you can only win if you act now. But before you touch that dial there are few things you should know... Click for more... |
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 The Woman Who Made The Jonas BrothersWhile on a press tour of the Atlantis Resort, I was lucky enough to travel in the same circles as Denise Jonas, the woman responsible for making.....no delivering, ok...birthing the pop group sensation The Jonas Brothers, plus younger son Frankie aka the Bonus Jonas. There are so many young stars who get mangled by fame. Word on the street is the four Jonas boys are truly talented and actually have their feet on the ground. I blame that on good parenting. When I asked Denise if she would be cool with sharing some of her tales of raising her boys, she was happy to chat...
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Scott Stratten for: Test Driving Mummies Blog
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 2010 Subaru Legacy PZEVWhen Scott started hanging out with the YummyMummyClub crew in real life and on Twitter he found himself defending a woman's right to breastfeed in public and rallying behind moms who are overworked and underpaid. Since he was able to offer a dad-perspective on these hot button topics, he figured he should write a blog, and became UnDaddy. Now, UnDaddy brings his unique style and crazy sense of humour to Test Drive Mummy. Check out his review of the 2010 Subaru Legacy PZEV not only for what he has to say, but where he says it (hint: how many people can you fit in the trunk of your car?)... Click for more... |
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Mummy Wins a Sexy Adventure
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 This Valentine's Day send your partner on a sexy adventure, with Samba Days - Canada's premier experiential gift company. Instead of boring bon-bons, give the love of your life a sexy and unique gift experience they'll never forget - from flying a helicopter to tandem hang-gliding, pole dancing or pampering at the spa! This month we're giving away three memorable experiences from Samba Days so you can either discover your inner adventurer or satisfy your inner gourmet. Two members will win an Explore experience valued at $89.Experiencing heart-racing adventures like indoor skydiving, ziplining, or kite-surfing. A third member will win a Gourmet Getaway valued at $329. Spend the night together at a luxury resort or hotel relaxing and recapturing the romance. It's an adventure-filled gourmet prize that's guaranteed to give the love of your life a heart-on...
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Mummy Wins a Family Getaway in Muskoka
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There's no escaping winter so we wanna help you enjoy it... Enter to win this three night getaway for four to Deerhurst Resort in Muskoka, one of Ontario's premier winter playgrounds. It's a prize valued at $3,400! Your kids will love meeting the animals from Hidden Meadow Farms and "chili-doggin" with pint-sized dogs and sleds. And while your kids are enjoying their adventure, you'll have some time to escape yourself - hit the trails, carve your own on the outdoor skating rink or even book some time at the spa. So embrace the weather and have fun! If it gets a little nippy, there'll be warm breakfasts, plenty of hot chocolate and maybe a dip in the hot tub to warm you up...
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Mummy Wins a Dove Gift Basket
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As
he leans in towards you, slowly gliding his hands up your arms, he whispers in
your ear... "I've never felt skin so soft, so sexy..." What if he
knew the truth, that you might have soap scum on your skin?
Not
the worry you wanna have when you finally have a romantic evening with your
partner but the truth is you could be walking around with an invisible layer of
soap scum covering your skin.
This
month we're putting your skin cleansing knowledge to the test! Take this short
survey and be entered to win one of five Dove Gift Baskets - each valued at
$100!
...because
nothing should come between you and your man.
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Yummy Events: Winterlude Getaway in Ottawa
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 You still have time to book your getaway to The Yummy Mummy Club Winterlude Weekend Getaway in Ottawa. 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 the newly-added Be A Winemaker For A Night. 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 for the latest Itinerary...Click to sign up for the Winemaker event...Click for the full scoop on our Winterlude Getaway... |
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Yummy Events: Photography Exhibition in Toronto
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 Change your perspective and find the beauty in non-traditional landscape at our very own Energizer Mummy's photography exhibition: A Greener Lane: Seeing the Beauty in a Landfill.Her photographic work has been showcased locally in every daily and weekly paper, as well as nationally in The Globe and Mail, The National Post and The Toronto Star. Racheal's work can be seen from February 1 to 28 at the S. Walter Stewart Branch of the Toronto Public Library in Toronto. Click for more... |
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Yummy Events: Tax Preparation Seminar in Schomberg, ON
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 Tax Preparation Seminar with Foundation Studio Death and taxes are the two things in life that are certain. At least now you can be prepared for the taxes. The seminar is hosted by Hilary McDonald, Accountant on February 2nd from 7pm to 9pm at the Lina Lounge and Playroom in Schomberg, ON and includes an educational/informational component, light refreshments & snacks and loads of great conversation and networking! Click for more... |
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Here
are the final results of our non-fattening Yummy Mummy Club Question of the
Day:
Will
You Give Back This Year By Volunteering Your:
41% Time
34% Money
15% Expertise
10% I
Need Someone To Volunteer For Me
With all that's going
on in the world, whether you're giving your time, money or expertise, keep it
up! 'Cause putting a little positivity
into the universe makes the world a better place and a mummy feel yummy. Click here for our new non-scientific question of the day... |
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YummyMummyClub.ca is written by you - multi-tasking,
multi-talented mums. It's your chance to tell your story, share your
point of view and show off your expertise. Check out these upcoming
themes, grab a low-fat latte and send us an article to include in an
upcoming newsletter!
March - Working Mummy - Do you have tips for helping mummy-preneurs? Are you one yourself? Wanna share a working horror story? A success story? Trying to find Balance at Work? Has your definition of work changed? Maternity leave tales? Share them with us! Deadline February 10April - Style - Wanna talk trends? What's your fashion story? How do you look hot...or not? Are your kids out of fashion control? What's up with Dads and clothing? We want your stylish stories! Deadline March 10
May
- Mummy Plays - We're celebrating the fun side of
life! We wanna know how you play. What do you do when you have some
spare time? Have a fun past time that you think other mummies will love?
How do you find the balance between work and play?
Deadline April 10
Click here for our Writer's Guidelines... Click here for our Editorial Calendar...
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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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