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Babies are priceless, but providing everything they need is not. The Globe and Mail newspaper estimates parents will spend at least $8,000 in their baby’s first year alone. The must-haves, including f...
Nichole Padmore is a Canadian freelance writer and editor living in Toronto with her 16-year-old daughter. Her articles have appeared on Baby Gaga and Empowering Parents. She holds a degree in Broadcasting, and has worked with several media outlets including The Discovery Channel, Treehouse TV, Global Television, CTV, and MTV Canada. In her other life, Nichole is a do-it-yourselfer, a Scrabble enthusiast, and a fan of hip-hop culture.
Babies are priceless, but providing everything they need is not. The Globe and Mail newspaper estimates parents will spend at least $8,000 in their baby’s first year alone. The must-haves, including f...
Are you still deciding what to buy for an upcoming baby shower? Pre-made baskets are handy if you’re pressed for time, but they can be expensive. If you’re looking for the perfect baby shower gift on short notice, make your own themed basket.
Babies are wonders of the world. Just look at a smiling baby and try not to smile back. Not only are they absolutely adorable, some truly have marvelous abilities. When you’re talking about miracles of life, amazing things can happen.
Since first-time moms have so much to figure out on their own, anxieties, fears and doubts come into play. While it seems other mothers have it all figured out, you may worry that you are not ready ...
You’ve probably heard the saying “life is about the journey.” It’s good advice that applies to many areas of life, including carrying a child in your womb.
Your due date has arrived. You can almost hear the Price is Right announcer saying, “Come on down! You’re the next contestant on Happy Birthday!” But, still no baby.
Pregnancy is a beautiful time in a woman’s life. As your bump grows, so does your motherly glow. It’s truly amazing how your body transforms week after week. So why not document every wonderful step?
As a soon-to-be mom, you’re undoubtedly excited about the imminent birth of your child. If you are suffering from pregnancy ailments, you’re probably not too excited about the adverse side effects. ...
Your baby is en route. Soon it will be goodbye tummy, hello Mummy. As the due date approaches, the excitement builds. You’re probably on cloud nine, and your friends and family are excited for you...
Isn’t it irritating when you see a celebrity mom bounce back into her pre-pregnancy body within two months after birth? For most new mothers this isn't reality.
My name is Nichole. Ever since I can remember, people have tried to pick apart my name to create a funny moniker. One friend labeled me Nick-o-tine on account of my addictive personality. My alter...
Did you ever hear about the pregnant lady who loved ice so much that she ate it morning, noon, and night? Even during delivery, she crunched on ice chips to satisfy her cold craving. This story is true because that ice queen was me.
When you are pregnant, there is a miracle of life within your womb. Even though you haven’t been formally introduced, you would do anything for this little person. It is love before first sight.
As us moms know, finding time to exercise is not always easy. Although, we are anxious to get back into our pre-pregnancy bodies, new mothers are faced with busy lifestyles. Finding personal time t...
Maternity leave is a special time in a woman’s life. Just as you get into this routine, you realize that your full-time life at home is coming to an end. Sadly, it’s almost time to return to work, and...
Picture this: you’re at Disneyworld with your three year-old twins. It’s just you and the kids among thousands of tourists. Attractions and rides are as far as the eye can see. Stores and restaurants ...
In a world where the media is obsessed with youth culture, the trend of dressing up a young girl to appear as a little lady is rising. Combined with the media’s need to continually shock their audienc...
“You shouldn’t pick her up everytime she cries. Leave her alone. You’ll spoil her.”
If you could summarize your pregnancy with one movie title, which one would you choose? “Life is Beautiful,” “The Hunger Games,” “Psycho,” or maybe “Are We There Yet?” No matter which one you choose, “I Know What You Did Last Summer.”
Cancer rates are on the rise and with the attention on women's reproductive health and cancer risks taking the spotlight more information about ovarian cancer and breast cancer are becoming available every day.