Category: Motherhood Journey
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#nablopomo: Day 1. Mother’s Fear
This week my daughter had a febrile seizure. What most doctors would classify as a typical and normal neurological behaviour when body temperature skyrocket too fast became 5 mins of hell for me. In a split second, I saw my 18 month old preparing herself to throw a tantrum just lose consciousness and convulse uncontrollably……
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How I Winterize My Hair
Winter is coming folks! In a world full of curl-friendly, frizz proof, “natural” based hair products it can be intimidating at first when trying to pick the right product for your hair. Personally, my biggest issue has always been with product usage. Am I using it correctly? Did I use enough of it? Did I…
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Tips on How To Get Your Toddler To Sit Still When Doing Her Hair
I love doing my daughter’s hair, which is weird because I hate doing my own. I’ve always had a love-hate relationship with my hair (with more hate than love), which stems from my childhood. It all started when I was told that I had rough hair. I don’t know what that means. Either way, my…
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NYX “Can’t Stop, Won’t Stop” Liquid Foundation Review + IG GIVEAWAY!!!
Lately, I’ve heard so many things regarding the NYX partnership between youtuber Alyssa Ashley. In a world where diversity is often talked about but seldom executed it was refreshing to see a drug store brand release 45 shades of liquid foundation. I was so happy because I remember a few years ago, walking into a…
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Budget Friendly Fashion For Your Mini Fashionista
My family would tell you that I’m the last person who should be handing out fashion advice…and in all honesty they are absolutely correct. My mother coming from a long line of fashion-savvy seamstresses was the absolute fashionista. Check me out, as a toddler in my graphic sweater and matching joggers. Who else could think…
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Be a Light in the BlackOUT
This past weekend Ottawa experienced one of nature’s most devastating weather events. A tornado hit Dunrobin and Gatineau, which left many families without electricity, vehicles and for some their livelihood. My family was without power for literally the whole weekend. According to Global News, by now most of us have electricity due to the tireless…
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Top 5 Toddler Travelling Rules
A few weeks ago, my family took our first family vacation. Not just us (daddy, mommy and baby), but uncles and aunties and grandparents all went down to Niagara Falls. Four families under one roof, oh what adventures await. I wasn’t sure what to expect. I knew I would be away from home and so…
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La Roche-Posay Serozinc Review
Welcome back! I’m so glad to see you here. I have been trying new things and I’m so excited to share with you my thoughts on them. The thoughts expressed are completely my own (I bought it with my own money so…yeah). Sit back, relax and enjoy the tea! Lately my face has been…
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My LuvBody Experience
I recently won a giveaway contest on Instagram which almost never happens. I was gifted with these wonderful all natural, cruelty free skin loving products. This Canadian based company makes skin care products that will make you fall in love with skin care. I personally believe that skin care is self care and LuvBody helps…
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Three Ways to Avoid Generational Curses
Ok, hear me out. I know the title sounds super mystical, over-spiritual, almost too spooky to be true but read this blog in its entirety before you make your judgement. Now this is not just for parents, but for the single people, those in relationships (open or closed, no judgement), if you’re thinking of having kids…
Sandy Esprit 