Montreal nurses suspended over woman’s death during childbirth
On August 14, 2008, Christine Sasseville died after giving birth to her third child at Montreal’s Maisonneuve-Rosemont Hospital of a massive brain hemorrhage.
Montréal Mom 2B Show: June 3rd 11am – 4pm
Attention all pregnant ladies! The Montreal Mom 2B Show will be held at Hotel Ruby Foos on June 3rd from 11am-4pm. This show is put on by a fantastic Montreal mom, Laurie, who is as brilliant as she is utterly hilarious. Read below for info: “We’re the friendliest show for Moms2Be in Montreal – and… [Continue Reading]
Art For The Whole Family: 4 Cats Montreal
Craft-time is a huge part of my family life. People often ask me if I mind the glue, paper, sticker and clay tornado that sweeps through my kitchen on a regular basis. I don’t because 1) art keeps my kids busy and 2) we love it. That said, being able to craft with my kids… [Continue Reading]
The Breastfeeding Photos Facebook Has Removed: Obscene?
I’m not even going to pretend I understand why Facebook keeps deleting breastfeeding photos when you can’t throw a rock without hitting a profile featuring a scantily clad NASCAR-read 19-year old. But it’s happening. I’ve written about it for Mothering and have spoken to Facebook’s media representatives on behalf of an activist friend of mine… [Continue Reading]
New Blog: The Five Levels of Kid Barf
Yesterday at Disney on Ice, my two-year old got into one of her her coughing fits. She’s at the tail end of a cold and does this thing where she coughs so hard that she inevitably barfs. And then it’s over. Not a big deal. She isn’t scared, doesn’t cry. But usually this happens at… [Continue Reading]
Must-Read: Radical Homemakers by Shannon Hayes
If you’ve never heard of Shannon Hayes’ Radical Homemakers, prepare your mind for blowing. Radical Homemakers uncovers a hidden revolution quietly taking hold across the United States. It is the story of pioneering men and women who are redefining feminism and the good life by adhering to simple principles of ecological sustainability, social justice, community… [Continue Reading]
Organic VS. Made in Quebec
These days, most of us are buying at least some organic food. Whether it’s just milk, the occasional organic chicken breast or a pantry full of certified organic goods, recent research regarding the effects of pesticides on our bodies has compelled most families to go green when it comes to the kitchen. Organic foods tends… [Continue Reading]
Events: Week of Monday, May 7th (Montreal Families)
Check out what’s going on this week for children in Montreal via MontrealFamilies.com’s events calendar.
Spring Must-Have: Black Wedges
Every spring I begin my annual hunt for a new pair of perfect black wedges. Why ever year? Because wedges look like crap after 6 months. I don’t care what brand or how high quality yours are…they’re made of picnic basket material and it shows after a long spring, summer, and partial fall of long… [Continue Reading]
Three Tips for Learning French in Montreal
You’ve probably noticed that I write in both French and English. My French is far from perfect, but that doesn’t stop me (ha!). I’ve lived in Montreal for 2.5 years by way of California and it’s been important to me from day one to learn the official language of this amazing province. My father speaks… [Continue Reading]
City Living 101: Urban Gardening
If you’ve chosen to live in Montreal, chances are you’ve given up the minivan and sprawling backyard for duplex, condos, and apartments. Before moving to Montreal, I lived in the suburbs and hated every. single. moment. of it. I had the two cars, and huge yard but absolutely detested having to drive to pick up… [Continue Reading]
Craft: Tie Dye in Montreal For Kids
*photo from stylehive.com I grew up in Berkeley, California, aka Hippie Town. It’s the home of activism. eco-living (we ate organic before it was cool), UC Berkeley, and of course, Green Day (the band…c’mon now!).
Montreal Kid’s Play Area: La Tasse Gamine (Mile End)
I stumbled across this Mile End kid’s play area on Nos Enfants dans la ville/Our Kids in the City Meetup grop (join!). I’ve never been here but I will absolutely be visiting as soon as it starts snowing regularly. Mile-End is such an awesome part of Montreal. What I love is that La Tasse… [Continue Reading]
Plateau Playgroup
If you’re a Montreal Mom and you don’t belong to the Google group, Plateau Playgroup…well, I’m not sure what to say because you are most definitely missing out. I’ve sold baby carriers with the help of the fabulous moms in this online group, found weekend events to attend, and even made a few friends. Subscribe… [Continue Reading]
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