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mamas rock: penny seto
Filed Under Mamas Rock | August 18, 2010
As our thoughts turn to fall and the changing of the seasons, it seemed the perfect time to profile Penny Seto, the mum behind Milk Factory. As her business and her two kids grew Penny found herself overwhelmed. So, recently, she stepped back to do a rethink about what she was truly passionate about in order to make changes to reduce the chaos while still doing everything in a way she finds truly satisfying.
dads rock: jeff crump
Filed Under Mamas Rock, Tips & Tricks | June 16, 2010
In honour of Father’s Day this Sunday we wanted to switch things up a little and profile a dad who rocks. So we went to chef Jeff Crump, dad of one and author of Earth to Table – still one of our fave cookbooks – for his perspective on parenting, eating sustainably and raising adventuresome eaters.
just for you
Filed Under Mamas Rock, Stuff | May 3, 2010
As much as we enjoy kitchen appliances and breakfast in bed we know that what all mamas secretly, or not so secretly, want is a little time for themselves. So we’ve selected small, medium and large gifts that will give you a little getaway from the everyday. Once you’ve decided on your favourites, be sure to send this along to your significant other with a few pointed hints about what most strikes your fancy.
mamas rock: lisa borden
Filed Under Going Green, Mamas Rock | April 19, 2010
In honour of Earth Day on April 22nd we thought it timely to profile Lisa Borden, an eco-lifestyle specialist and the official “Idea Girl” of Toronto-based Borden Communications + Design Inc. A full-service marketing firm, they have a strong focus on helping people ecofy their lives, schools and offices.
mamas rock: madeleine shaw & suzanne siemens
Filed Under Mamas Rock | March 8, 2010
In honour of International Women’s Day today we thought it only fitting to run a Mamas Rock article and even more fitting to profile Madeline Shaw and Suzanne Siemens of Lunapads whose business is all about helping women have healthier and happier periods.
mamas rock: danielle laporte
Filed Under Mamas Rock | January 13, 2010
This month in honour of the new year, we’re taking inspiration to another level with our Mamas Rock profile of Danielle LaPorte, published author, inspirational speaker and intuitive business advisor. If you are looking for unique and exclusive insight into your business and life then Danielle is your woman. Danielle is the former director of a Washington DC think tank and lead author of Style Statement: Live By Your Own Design.
mamas rock: brandee anderson
Filed Under Mamas Rock | October 27, 2009
This month in Mamas Rock we’re profiling Brandee Anderson, founder of Honeymilk Designs. We first introduced you to Honeymilk Designs last February when we road tested Anderson’s sexy yet functional nursing bras for ourselves.
mamas rock: cori howard
Filed Under Mamas Rock | August 11, 2009
Mamas Rock is back! This monthly feature fell by the wayside, but we’ve resurrected it and will be expanding our reach beyond entrepreneurial mamas to mamas of every stripe. First up, a profile of mama of two, author, acclaimed journalist and creator of The Momoir Project, Cori Howard.
All that we can Cicici
Filed Under Mamas Rock, Stuff | May 12, 2008
We’ve got a bit of a Mother’s Week and Mother’s Day hangover here at yoyomama, which means that mums will be part of every story this week.
Vancouver mother of three and artist, Liz Clay of Cici Art Factory, had the idea for creating inspiring art for kids when her first daughter was born. After her second daughter came along she decided to jump into the art biz, and now, after the very recent birth of her third daughter, she’s firmly entrenched there.
Mamas rock: Jill Earthy
Filed Under Mamas Rock | March 26, 2008
This month in Mamas Rock we’re profiling Jill Earthy, co-founder of momcafé. Earthy, mother of a two girls, had the idea for momcafé during her second maternity leave. She kept meeting mums who were feeling the dearth of stimulating, adult conversations. She teamed up with business partner Hilary Wooler and together they created momcafé where mums can come together, share ideas, chat and connect.
