Sometimes we all need a little retail therapy! I actually just discovered Designer Shoe Warehouse Kids is here in Canada and it’s changed how I shop for shoes forever. I’m sure you can agree that kids feet grow so darn fast that you end up buying so many shoes to keep up. We're off to Mexico tomorrow and I needed to get her new sandals and flip flops, so it was perfect timing that I found DSW!

As you know, we make health a priority in our home, but I do emphasize the importance of the health of our Earth and all life on our beautiful planet! Our health truly does go beyond our household and as her mother I want raise a compassionate and caring child who not only wants to take care of herself, but also others (animals and our planet included)!

The holidays are officially upon us and aside from fighting off festive weight gain, the one other big concern is: Your Holiday Gift List!

Last month our family trip to Miami got cancelled due to concerns related to Hurricane Matthew. I was really looking forward to getting away, but that trip just wasn't in the cards. But I didn't give up ... I was determined to do something! The idea of a staycation intrigued me and now I can't wait to share my 44 hour experience at 44 Charles. 

It's official - No Tummy Mommy is a WE Families Ambassador! We recently attended the first WE Day Families event here in Toronto and felt inspired more than ever to give back in simple, meaningful ways. 

I know how challenging it can be to allow yourself some well-deserved mommy time, but it's absolutely necessary for your mental health. Pampering yourself, whether it's a mani and pedi at your favourite salon or a solo coffee break at your local cafe, it is so important to give yourself that down time. Sure, that 'mom guilt' is real, but it actually shouldn't be. You deserve a little TLC too and it will improve your mood and keep you sane! Plus, your family deserves mommy at her best. 

We are almost halfway through October which brings us to Canadian Thanksgiving. This weekend is usually a time when we feast on a little too much mashed potatoes and bread, plus one too many glasses of vino. But once this weekend is done, there is just no more excuses to get yourself back no track. Sure, cooler temps might give us a better reason to cover up with oversized sweaters and boyfriend jeans, but why not make October the month you take it up a notch with some new fitness goals? Let’s do this, mamas!

Every day I try and be the best mom and role model to this little girl. She watches my every move and learns from the things I do. But I realize more and more that she's actually the one teaching me. Motherhood has changed me in so many incredible ways! Here are 7 things she has taught me and I'm a better person because of it!

Over the past two years, my daughter and I have taken time to set aside gently used clothing, toys and books to donate to Jessie's Centre, which is a multi-service resource centre for pregnant teenagers, young parents and their children. My daughter enjoys visiting the centre with me where I also take the opportunity to remind her of how extremely blessed we are to have the things we do.

Cat's out of the bag! No Tummy Mommy has officially signed on to be a Karma Athletics Activist! If you haven't heard about this incredible line, then you are definitely missing out. 

I love to travel, but vacations sure have changed after having a baby. The idea of packing up and jetting off for a week can sometimes be daunting with a child and can take a whole lot of planning. Therefore, a staycation was a concept that I embraced with open arms! Plus, there is just something magical about slowing down in your own city and appreciating it as a tourist.

Eeeek! We're on the Not So Mumsy Blog today and I can’t tell you how thankful and excited I am about this ...  I’ve literally stalked and obsessed over this mama Marcia since I got on social media. I’m sure most of you follow her already, so pleeeease go and check us out on her blog where we talk about the best moves for the new mama!

I was asked this question last week and I had so much trouble answering it because my answer was wildly different than it was pre-motherhood. A few years ago I would’ve said a trip to Maldives coupled with a wardrobe of my dreams. Today, my answer is far from that.

One thing I will never deny is my love for food! Yes, I make an effort to exercise effectively and yes, I do eat healthy - packing my meals and snacks when I go off to my full-time job. But sometimes, I need that break from the kitchen and need to enjoy some down time with girlfriends. 

This is exactly why when I heard about President's Choice launching Babylicious that I had to get a bunch of mommy friends together to dine at one of the city's finest French restaurants.

How many of you are guilty of taking tons and tons of pics of your little ones only to have them sit on your phone or on your desktop for months (or years)? Okay, so I'm guilty of this too! I absolutely love taking pictures and I really should print them so that I can frame them or have a photo book in my family room that can be admired by guests. 

This month you might also recognize some familiar faces in the latest issue of Today's Parent! We are so grateful to have made a small appearance in such a respected parenting magazine - thank you!! 

Finally, mothers don't have to suffer going to mediocre restaurants just because they are considered "baby friendly"; President's Choice is launching BABYLICIOUS, which is a dining experience that allows us mothers to enjoy high-quality restaurant food in the company of our little ones!

Exciting news - our friends over at Binky Magazine just launched vol 7. of their mag and you can find us there too! We are so grateful to be a part of this as we share some fitness tips for the modern mama. But don't just go there for us - the magazine is loaded with beautiful images and kids styled in clothing that you and I could have only dreamed of as a child. This mag is unlike any other and I am so proud to be a part of this issue.

What an honour to be featured on cocoandcowe.com. I can't tell you how much I enjoy following her journey through motherhood - from her DIY projects to her fun snapchat adventures with her little one - she is just such an inspiration in so many ways! 

What a lovely start to the week! I was interviewed by the ladies over at Social Common and featured as one of their #SocialCommonMoms. I shared a little bit of background on myself and how No Tummy Mommy came to be.