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As I sit here trying to decide what my topic for this month’s newsletter should be, I’m reminded of a few of my daily tasks. On a daily basis I am constantly asking myself these questions, “What should I make the kids for breakfast?”, “What are the girls going to wear today?” , “What am I going to make them for lunch?”, “What am I going to wear today?” and “What am I going to make for dinner?”.
As a Mom, we have been given the role of being responsible for not only our well being but our families too. There are days when I wake up and I just don’t feel like doing anything, but really is this possible? Well in my world it is not, and I’m sure most of you Moms out there can relate.
How many of you Moms would love to be able to sleep in? Isn’t that why we have weekends? Weekends seem to be just as busy as weekdays and somehow kids all over the world are programmed to wake up early, just so that they can disturb your sleep.
What should I make for breakfast? Breakfasts in our household are not that difficult and are usually based on what I have in my fridge or cupboards at the time. I try to give my kids something nutritious and different on a daily basis. On a good day they are happy with my choice, and on a not so good day they whine about what they want and what they can’t have because we ran out of it the day before.
Lunches are a hassle. What do I make them for lunch? I find it easier if you are making lunch for them to eat at home but when you are packing a lunch I find it a pain. I usually end up sending the same things weekly and usually it’s a hit or miss whether they like it or not. It’s beyond me why on some days something you know they love, they refuse to eat and other days they gobble it up not leaving a crumb.
I usually pick out the girls clothing and hope that it’s not one of those days when they want to wear a dress or are refusing to wear what I have chosen. I’ve never been one to buy many dresses for my girls. I always associated dresses as special occasion clothes and not everyday clothes. Growing up tom boyish I was used to wearing a lot of pants and playing with cars, so I figured my girls would be like me. Go figure, my girls (especially the eldest) are girly and into princesses , Barbie dolls and of course pretty dresses that are usually dirty when they want to wear them.
Mornings are usually hectic as I try to get them out the door and on time for school. So when it comes to finding something decent for me to wear, I usually don’t put any time, thought or effort into it because I just don’t have the time. My wardrobe of choice is, “Moms easy wear”.
Lately I’ve been very good with making dinner. We use to order a lot of food as well as go out to restaurants which was quite costly. I never have any idea what I am going to make, and take pride in throwing together something quick 20 minutes before my husband comes home. However, I’m getting bored with the things that I make so if any of you Moms care to share any of your good and easy recipes, it would help ease this decision making Moms pain! Decisions, decisions, decisions!
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Does Make-believe make Kids Smarter?
By Tera Hryciuk
My girls and I love to make up stories together about magical creatures and faraway places. One day, Anastasia, my eldest, gingerly asked, "Mummy, do you think that any of it could be true?"
I reflected back on my own childhood and decided, then and there, to encourage them to believe in the unbelievable. "I think it really, truly could," I answered, before tucking her into bed and kissing her goodnight.
In my opinion, children grow up far too quickly, and this is why I have decided to encourage their belief in the fantastical for as long as they can. If one of the girls cries out as I'm brushing the knots out of her hair, I'll usually apologize and then add that the Knot Fairy had really had some fun the night before. When Natasha squeals with delight at the sight of a rainbow, I encourage her to look for gold.
Not only does our make believing make life fun, but it increases our ability to imagine and create stories, thus expanding our creative potential. In sum, daydreams and indulging in make-believe might actually make children smarter! As a would-be poet, I'll leave you with one of my magical poems that my daughters have inspired me to write:
It began while you were sleeping
Safely tucked inside your bed
They sprinkled you with magic
In a ring around your head
I spied them from the doorway
It was open just a crack
On my way back from the kitchen
Where I'd had a late night snack
What I saw was quite amazing
Some would say it wasn't so
A dozen little fairies played--
It made for quite a show.
They kissed your little cheeks
And caressed your little chin
And although you didn't awaken
I thought I saw you grin
Then the moon began her yawning
And their fun came to an end
Each one blew you fairy kisses
As they pledged to come again.
Tera Hryciuk
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LE LECHE LEAGUE CANADA - (Mississauga Group) La Leche League Canada provides unique mother-to-mother breastfeeding support. Next meeting, Getting Breastfeeding off to a Good Start, is Saturday, February 14 at 10 a.m., 3476 Glen Erin Dr. (at The Collegeway) in the Community Police Station. Pregnant women, mothers and babies always welcome to drop in. Call 647-220-0071 to confirm or visit www.LLLC.ca. Meetings are free, no registration required.
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MOMS TIME OUT - Clarkson & Meadowvale - A chance to get out of the house and meet other moms in the area. Childcare available.
Email: Momstime@sympatico.ca |
MOCHA MOMS - Port Credit - Need a break. Moms group meets every Wednesday. Babysitting available. Email for more details h.m.r@sympatico.ca |
MOTHERS OF PRESCHOOLERS - Be a part of this dynamic group of caring women as we help to uplift and support each other into becoming the best Moms we can be! Wednesday morning, from 9:30-11:00, at the Freedom Center in Port Credit 157 Lakeshore Rd West. Contact michelleandtyler@gmail.com. -
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ADJUSTMENTS AFTER BIRTH PROGRAM - a service offered by the Mississauga Parent Child Resource Centres and supported by Peel Health can provide you with support and services to help you find your way. Peer support group to help you through difficult times. Post partum depression affects 1 in 5 women. You’re not alone! Mississauga West (905) 567-4156 Mississauga South (905) 822-1114 |
POSTPARTUM PEER SUPPORT GROUP - OEYC Mississauga East offers a free support group for Moms. It is offered every Tuesday from 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. on a drop in basis. No registration required. Childcare is available if needed. For more details please contact Sanja at (905) 276-6392. |
FOODBANKS - Are you finding it hard to make ends meet? Do you find yourself struggling to put food on your table? If so, please contact your local food banks, they are there to help you in times of need. Not only do they provide food, some also have counselors. Visit the Support section on Momsofmississauga.com for the phone list to contact your local food bank. |
DROP IN - STREETSVILLE - Ontario Early Years Centre - Adults with children from birth to 6 years of age are welcome to join us during our regular drop in hours.
Mon 9:00 am - 12:00 pm & 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Tues 9:00 am - 12:00 pm & 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Wed 9:00 am - 10:00 am & 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Thurs 9:00 am - 12:00 pm & 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Fri 9:00 am - 10:00 am
For more info on our program schedule call (905) 826-5411 |
THE DAM YOUTH DROP-IN - a local charity in Meadowvale Mississauga operating since 1995 supporting at-risk youth 13 to 19yrs as well as our Affinity programs for pregnant teens and young moms and their children. We are currently running 4 programs for pregnant teens and young moms. Prenatal, Post Partum, Food For Life and Dinner Group - call 905-826-6558 or visit us online at www.thedam.org for more details. |
VITA CENTRE FOR PREGNANT AND PARENTING YOUTH Are you a young mom between the ages of 15 - 30 years looking to learn life skills. Do you want to meet young moms to share & learn with? If so, then this is the program you are looking for! Our GROWING AS PARENTS PROGRAM will provide you with the opportunity to build likfe skills and personal development. IT's FREE! Light snack provided. Free child minding is available on site.
Meetings are held@Mississauga Life Centre 110 Lakeshore Road . For more information or to register please call Rima. GAP Program Facilitator (905) 812-5477 or Email: gapm@vitamanor.org
Visit the support section of Momsofmississauga.com to download Flyer. |
PARENTING & FAMILY LITERACY CENTRES A free government program for families with young children from infant up to six years of age. The following elementary schools in Mississauga and Brampton will be open for drop in (call for more info) visit http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/parents/findACentre.html for a location.
For the Riverside Public school location call Kim 905-274-1515
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LOONIE SAYINGS!
I am currently expecting my third child and here is my 2 and half year old and 4 and half year olds take on pregnancy.
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My two and a half year old daughter while attending her preschool was listening to her teacher discuss Kangeroos. During the discussion, nature had called so another teacher had accompanied her.
During this one on one time with the other teacher, my daughter says to the teacher, “Miss. E, my mommy is like a Kangeroo.” Miss E, responds “really, how is that”. My daughter then tells her, “ My Mommy has a baby in her belly, but Miss. E we cannot see it right now, but we will see it soon! How are we going to see the baby Miss. E?”
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My four and half year old tells me one day about my pregnancy, “ First the babu is a peanut, then it’s a watermelon, then it’s a bald baby with no hair, then it’s a baby with hair, and then it’s going to come out of your Bum Bum.”
Surprised by her explanation I asked, “ sweetie, who told you this?” She says to me, “ You did Mommy, you read it to me in a book.”
Well the only time that I recall reading a book was when my I was pregnant with my second child. It was a Caillou book when his Mommy was pregnant with his little sister. By no means did it explain it that way.
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The Mississauga Parent Child Resource Centre operates several Ontario Early Years Centres in South & West Mississauga.
The Ontario Early Years Centre, Turtle Creek Plaza, in Clarkson offers Parent Workshops
Wed. March 4th 9:30-11 : Behaviour Management
Wed. March 11th 9:30-11 : Making the most of TV Watching
Wed. April 1st: Allergies and Asthma
Thursday March 26th 6:30-8 p.m. Make and Take Workshop for Parents 6:30-7:15 then Parents and Children
Thursday April 2nd 6:30-8 pm : Limits, Consequences and Choices
Childcare is provided for all these workshops
Social Skills Program for Children
This is a 6 week program for children 4-6 years. Begins Thursday April 9th 6-7:15 p.m.
Each week the children will participate in discussion, stories and activities, that will help them learn about feelings, friendship, co-operation, manners, taking turns ,teasing and bullying. It is important that a parent accompany the child.
Registration is required for all these programs.
Call 905-822-1114 ext 26
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March Break
Camps
Alpha's Discovery Club March Break Camp -
March 16-20, 2009 -
Alpha's Discovery Club is holding a March Break Camp for children aged 3-9 years old. The camp will focus on specific themes each day. It will include workshops in Drama, Sports, Science, Arts/Crafts, Gym and co-operative games.
Advance Registration is required. Cost: $15/half day $30/full day. Contact 905-564-2511 to reserve a spot. Early registration discounts available.
170 Ambassador Drive Unit 10 Mississauga, ON www.alphasdiscoveryclub.com
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ACADEMY OF MARTIAL ARTS
THE SCIENCE OF THE MARTIAL ARTS
Monday March 16th—Friday March 20th, 2009
9am to 4pm
$139.00 for the week or $30 per day
Strength Training, Nutrition, Crafts, a Movie and a Trip to the Ontario Science Centre.
Spaces are limited so register now!!!
Phone: Sensei Mrs. Mercier at 905-278-7234, Email:karateinfo@on.aibn.com, In person: at the front desk |
· Visual Arts Mississauga – March 16th – 20th – Ages 6 – 12 - 8:30 pm to 4:30 pm extended hours available as well (905) 277-5086
· Studio Pavas – Dance. Drama. Music. Arts
March 16th – 20th – Ages 3 –14 905-403-9435
· St. Johns Ambulance March Break Youth Courses – Contact Wendy – 905-568-1905 “What Every Babysitter should Know” Ages 11- 14 March 15th – 20th “Teen First Responder” Ages Ages 13 – 16
· Active Airways Camp – for children with Ages 6 - 12 with Asthma – March 16th – 20th 9:00 – 4:00pm or 7:30 am – 6 pm Contact Franca – 905-813-1100
· Teen March Break – Central Library – March 16th – 20th – for Ages 12 + 905-615-3200 ex. 3544
Teen Quilting Workshop March 16th – 2pm – 4pm Fee: $3.00
Herbs for Teens March 17th – 2pm – 3pm Fee: $3.00
Hemp Jewelry Basics March 18th – 2pm – 3:30pm Fee: $3.00
Knit a scarf March 19th – 2pm – 4pm Fee: $3.00
Jackie Chan Film Day – March 20th – 6:00pm – 8:00pm Free
Activities
· Maple Magic at the Bradley Museum - March 14th – 20th – Costs Adults $6.00, Students & Seniors $4 and Children $2 - Family $15.75 2 adults 3 children Located at Bradley Museum 1620 Orr Rd Mississauga – 905-615-4860 10am – 4pm weekends 12pm – 4:00pm weekdays
· Sing - Join Sing for a Kindermusik Playdate over the March Break - Sing, Dance & Play Instruments –Register by March 6th - contact mandi.sing@rogers.com |
WE'RE LOOKING FORE MOMS WHO ARE INTERESTED IN GETTING TOGETHER ONCE A MONTH FOR A VISIT AT A RETIREMENT HOME WITH YOUR WEE ONES.
OUR NEXT VISIT IS ON MARCH 2ND AT 10:30AM
Meet other mothers in a comfortable facility where you can do Arts & Crafts, Cooking, Snacks, Games and Songs with your children. Bring some additonal joy into the lives of our older generation, some of who don't have any grandchildren of their own or don't have the opportunity to see their grandchildren that often.
If you are interested in making a difference in the lives of our seniors, email info@momsofmississauga.com.
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Dora’s Easter Egg Hunt
April 10, 2009
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Alpha's Discovery Club is holding its 2nd Annual Easter Egg Hunt with the popular Dora character. Decorate Easter Eggs Easter Egg Hunt Dora and Easter Bunny characters Easter theme crafts Cost: $10/child
Space is limited so reserve your tickets today!
170 Ambassador Drive, Unit 10, Mississauga, ON L5T 2H9
Call Now for details: (905) 564-2511 Call now to register 905-564-2511.
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FUN School's 6TH ANNUAL FAMILY FUN DAY
Our 6th Annual FUN Family Day is Saturday May 23rd, 2009 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. Please mark this fun filled day on your calendar. This event will include children’s entertainers, lunch, children’s games, crafts, a bake sale, adult and children’s raffles, and our silent auction.
44 Port Street W. Port Credit
(one block south of Lakeshore Rd W just East of Mississauga Rd) |
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MomenTotes
Carry your Photo Memories with you 
CUSTOM PHOTO BAGS & TOTES
www.momentotes.com
(905) 271-8416 |
1965 Britannia Road
West, Suite 210
Mississauga, ON
L5M 4Y4
(905) 542-8885 |
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