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Winter 2011/12 Volume 7 Issue 26...brought to you by a proud mommy

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Winter 2011/12 Volume 7 Issue 26

islandresources for pregnancy & parenting

Feature Stories

Pg 8 The Next ChapterPg 10 My Drawing - Our World Pg 12 First Aid 101Pg 14 Self Massage for Cesarean ScarsPg 16 Your Taxes - Family SituationsPg 17 How to Start a Successful Business

In Every Issue

Pg 4 Cloth Diapering Pg 6 Today’s Must HavesPg 11 Spotlight on BusinessPg 18 Family Couponing Pg 20 Resource Directory

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Ella 7 yrsPhoto by Masika Allan, Masika May Photography

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My Love Affair with Cloth Diapers: Bonnie Way

I’m talking in a sing-song voice to my four-month-old daughter while I pull her pants off for a diaper change

when another mom in the room glances over. Something about the pastel-green diaper I’m unfastening catches her attention. As I slide the diaper out from under my daughter’s bum and position a pastel-yellow one to take its place, the other mother asks, “Oh, do you use cloth diapers?” It’s a question I hear frequently if I am out and about changing diapers, and one that I am always happy to answer. I have used cloth diapers for both my daughters and wouldn’t do it any other way.

Before our fi rst daughter’s birth, my husband and I priced out diapering options: disposable, cloth, diaper service. At the time, we were living in an apartment with a laundromat so the diaper service won. I found that amusing because my parents had done the same cost comparisons twenty-fi ve years earlier and came up with the same answer. Our diaper service diapers were simple cotton diapers with rubber pants. We soon learned that Sunshine hated being wet. One night, we changed her diaper six times in an hour. The diaper service brought us 90 diapers per week, and I had to ask them to increase that to 100. I kept a pack of disposable diapers around just in case we ran out of cloth diapers, but Sunshine got a bad diaper rash if I put her in disposable diapers.

When Sunshine was six months old, we moved out of the city and away from the diaper service. We now had our own laundry, so it was time to buy diapers. After much cost-comparison and talking with other moms, I bought twenty-four one-size-fi ts-all pocket diapers. Because I have a box of clothes that Sunshine has outgrown or will grow into, I liked the idea that I wouldn’t have to store different sizes of diapers.

The pocket diapers made it easier to wash (they’re less bulky) and allowed for the changing size: smaller liners for smaller babies, larger liners for larger babies.

Sunshine was nearly potty trained (at two and a half) when her younger sister arrived. For the fi rst three weeks, Lilibet wore disposable diapers, because I couldn’t fold the cloth diapers underneath her umbilical cord. I was fl abbergasted at the price of disposable diapers. As soon as Lilibet’s cord fell off, I put her in cloth. I left about three diapers in Sunshine’s size and adjusted the rest to newborn size. Cloth diapers aided Sunshine’s potty training, because she noticed she was wet - and didn’t like it. For a time, because she saw me changing Lilibet’s diapers, she wanted diaper changes. Then one day she wanted to wear panties and that was the end of diapers. None too soon either for Lilibet was going through a lot of diapers as a newborn. I could barely keep up with laundry; every morning I washed a load of diapers.

I fi nally bought three more diapers. These were 0-3 month all-in-one diapers. While I enjoyed not having to stuff the liners into them, they took longer to dry because of the extra bulk. And Lilibet grew out of them before 3 months.


One question I always get about cloth diapers is about washing them, especially from moms who are squeamish about poopy diapers. Honestly, it’s easy. I drop the diapers into a diaper pail lined with a nylon bag and then into the washing machine. I put the diapers on a rinse cycle (or cold wash without soap) first, then on a wash cycle (hot) with soap. With newborns, poop is runny and thin enough that washing isn’t a problem.

When Sunshine started eating more solids than breastmilk, her poop also became more solid. I often shook the poop into the toilet or sometimes used a wad of toilet paper to scrape the diaper. The diaper pail never stinks; I occasionally wash it out with household cleaner and water. The nylon bag that lines the diaper pail gets washed every few loads of diapers. My aunt laughed when I told her I was using cloth diapers because she used them with her kids, however she did admit that my diapers were a definite improvement over the diapers she used.

Modern cloth diapers offer moms the ease of disposable diapers while being economically and environmentally friendly.

For more information on cloth diapers, including reviews of different brands, visit www.mothering.com and search “cloth diapers.”_______________________________

Bonnie Way is a freelance writer and editor and a stay-at-home mom with

two daughters. She blogs about her two passions - writing and mothering - at

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Today’s Must HavesWe have all heard of it by now ... the

90-day Challenge. I mean half of the island is doing it. Are you? What have you got to lose? Or gain?

Launched in 2005, but only recently available in Canada, ViSalus products provide health benefits in the form of weight loss and fitness milestones, or ‘Challenges’, to better one’s overall health and wellness. ViSalus’ product kits are designed to match individual fitness

goals: Balance, Shape, Core, Transformation and the newly launched Fit Kit. I personally am not one to promote or endorse ‘fad diets’ but can honestly say from one mom to another, if you want help in losing that post-baby giggly-belly that has been hanging around far too long, this is the way to go. Loaded with vitamins and nutrients, ViSalus shakes are delcious, the challenge is affordable, and best of all it works. Numerous Cowichan Valley moms are on the Challenge and some of the success stories would floor you! Body by Vi comes with a 30-day money back guarantee, and I also guarantee something ... you will LOVE it.

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...a sampling of some of the many fantastic new products and services in

our marketplace these days...

Spark Your Imagination - SUPER Story StartersA nother mom-made creation from our friends at Spark - the

SUPER Story Starters are the ‘little sister’ to the original product which started it all. A deck of cards geared towards problem-solving, getting creative, and letting your child’s imagination explore. Ideal for children aged 3 and up, the SUPER series was created for parents looking for a product with visual cues for the younger child, the non-verbal child, and the special-needs child. Each SUPER Story Starters deck includes twenty-four 4x6 inch cards and retails for around $12. Many retailers on the Island now carry Spark. For a full list of locations, visit www.sparkyourimagination.ca.

Spark Story Starters are Oops! Sheet owners are both proudly wearing

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and founder, Roo Wyda, has recently launched the new crib-sized sheet begging me to ask, ‘Why didn’t you do this 7-years ago for my child!’ Oh to save the stains on my mattresses now. Amazing company, amazing product. Oops! Sheets are available from our friends at Hip Baby in Victoria or online at www.oopssheet.com.


The Next Chapter: Alison Gunn ~ Blog Writer

Blame my weepiness on hormones, lack of sleep or fear, but the mere thought of saying good-bye to my midwives

finds me biting my lip to keep it from quivering. I know, I know ... how dramatic; you’ll see them again. Sure, there’s a chance of that, if my husband’s snippety-snip doesn’t work. (Note: of the two of us, only my fingers are slightly crossed at that prospect). But the reality is, after five years of dreaming about babies, calculating mat-leaves and watching my belly grow and shrink like an over-played accordion, it’s time to move on.

Melancholy? Very. Exciting? In an OMG. What the heck am I supposed to do with my life if I’m not pregnant? sort of way.Ever since elementary school, when my hormones kicked in, I feel as though I’ve been chasing something. First it was, Like, I’ll totally die if I don’t have a boyfriend. (If I only knew Prince Charming lived in Osoyoos – could have saved some teenaged angst); then the check boxes started to get ticked: fiancé, husband, dog, house, baby, babies, babies!

And now? Now, there’s a breath to my life that I never knew existed. It’s a total cliché but the world feels like my apple; providing my apple includes preschool, dance parties and 3am feedings.

The noise of the race to the top is fading. Time to concentrate on growing my family, and (gasp) growing my career. (Even though many trusted women have warned me not to move the ceiling just yet). But freedom’s a double-edged sword. As I stand on the edge of life as a mum of three girls, I must leave behind the women who have guided me through this first tumultuous stage of motherhood.

Before my third daughter was born, I would have gushed that the reason to have a midwife would be the level of care they provide. The fact I could call my midwives day or night was huge. Especially when I called them boo-hooing because in my sleep deprived state, somehow my first daughter had rolled off my chest and onto the floor as I lay on the couch. They didn’t hesitate to come over at 2am to check out my smiling infant and reassure this mum she wasn’t broken. And now that my third daughter is here, I find myself adding: that underneath all the care and support, midwives silently shine a light on the strength of a woman rarely acknowledged in mothering circles.

Every trick and tip they give for breastfeeding or burping; every home visit and quiet pat on the back builds confidence; some you didn’t know before and some you forgot you had ... even on your third time around.

Like super heroes in Marvel Comic books, my midwives rush off to help other women on the verge of motherhood, while I ask the universe: what now?

Thanks to the solid foundation my midwives helped lay, what now could be anything, especially with three energetic girls running around._________________________________________________

Alison Gunn is a mum, wife and writer who lives in a pink world and blogs about it. Check out her blog at

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My Drawing - Our WorldImages of Child Honouring

Let’s for a moment imagine a world that views how we regard our children as the key to building humane,

sustainable communities. It is a novel idea - organizing society around the priority needs of its youngest members. This world would embrace diversity, emotional intelligence and sustainability. It would encompass ethical commerce, non-violence, conscious parenting within safe environments and caring communities. This is the vision of the Centre for Child Honouring, founded by singer, author and ecology advocate Raffi Cavoukian, on Salt Spring Island.

With a long way to go to achieve this vision, the Centre for Child Honouring is looking to children to show the world what that means through their art. My Drawing - Our World, Images of Child Honouring is an exciting project that was launched in Western Canada. This 2011/12 program had children aged 7 to 14 from schools in Victoria, Duncan and Salt Spring Island participating in workshops where they learned about the Covenant for Honouring Children and drew their interpretation of its Principles. Tracy Harrison, art therapist and art educator, facilitated the workshops. Tracy invites children to draw and express their vision of a world based on respect for and consideration of children.

She dialogued with the students about the Child Honouring vision and nine principles and then, to the wonderful music of Raffi, the children the drew their images and discussed their meaning.

A selection of the children’s drawings will be published in a booklet, which will be used to introduce Child Honouring to children worldwide. Posters of selected children’s drawings will also communicate a vision of the world they desire - a world fit for all children.

ArtSpring, the arts centre on Salt Spring Island, will host an art exhibit to feature the children’s work from February 24 to 28, 2012. Each school that participates in the My Drawing - Our World pilot project will receive a booklet and a poster for the school, and each student and their family will receive an invitation to the art exhibit and private reception with Raffi. There will be a special reception with Raffi - before the show officially opens - to give sponsors, parents and children involved in the project the opportunity to meet and speak with him.

The hope is to expand this project into art based curriculum for schools and a much broader collection of children’s art, with children’s interpretations of the Child Honouring Principles from around the world. Such visual expression might move adults to create a better world for our children, and to remind us to think of children first when we make business, political, religious and personal decisions.

The children’s drawings of Child Honouring Principles portray the world they would like to see: full of animals, trees, plant life, caring and safe communities, honest business practices, support for local farmers and craftspeople, nonviolence and loving parenting. They realize if adults think of children first in important decision-making, then towns and roadways would have safe bike paths and playgrounds, water, land and food sources would be protected, and toys would be made with safe recyclable materials. You get the picture, and so do our children._________________________________________________

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Childcare spaces in British Columbia are hard to find. There are too few spots, and too long waitlists. We are

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I met Olivia Parker of Maple Bay Bunnies long before child bearing was even a thought for us - as 14-year-old girls in high school. Fast forward 21 years and we ran into each other again for the first time since grade 12 grad ... on the first day of grade 2 as we each walked our 7-year-olds to class.

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As a lifeguard, I have jumped into pools for the drowning, wrapped slings on the dislocated, used abdominal pads

on the bleeding and yes, snickered at parents attempting to catch their children’s vomit with bare hands. No matter how giant their mitts were, it always ended up on the ground.

A week ago, I became ‘that’ mum: one hand out, catching the puke, one arm smushing a sleeping infant into my chest, attempting to shield her from the splatters. Once again, my primordial parenting instinct over-rode all systematic first aid training from the last 17-years. But that’s what happens when you’re a parent. All logic occasionally flies out the window, especially when you have an injured, hysterical child bleating in your face. So, here are a few tips to help you through some of your child’s basic first aid moments.

SLIVERSRemoving them from a child is like trying to remove the funny bone from the game Operation, though not as funny. Do not dig for the sliver. If you can’t see the end poking through the skin, soak the affected area in warm water and Epsom salts. (Regular salt works too.)

First Aid 101: Alison Gunn ~ Blog Writer You may have to soak more than once over a number of days, so keep an eye out for signs of infection: redness, swelling, pus. Infected? Seek medical advice. If you get lucky and an end is visible, distract your child with their favourite TV show, discreetly grab the tweezers and pluck it before they can say Super Why. Children are often more scared of the tweezers than the sliver itself, so be quick. Instead of tweezers, some of my friends have found success by placing a piece of Scotch tape over the end poking through the skin. When the tape is pulled off, voilà, out pops the sliver!

WASP/BEE STINGSHere in lotusland, it feels as though one could get stung year-round. In fact, a hornet found its way into my daughter’s pants at the beginning of fall. Three stings later, he finally fell out, leaving his stinger embedded in her calf.

Hopefully your littles can avoid being stung, but if they are, and you can see the stinger, firmly brush it away. Never tweeze or use your fingers to pluck out the stinger. This causes more poison to be released into the area, and you might not get it all out.


If your child will allow you to apply ointment, make a paste out of baking soda and water and slather it on the sting site. Kid’s After Bite can also be a useful tool. If they won’t, a lukewarm bath (more on the cold side than warm side) works, as does wrapping an ice cube in a facecloth and coaxing them to apply it to the affected area.

*Be careful if you are working with cold. Ice should never be applied directly to the skin, use a facecloth or towel as a barrier; and if your child starts shivering or getting blue lips or fingernails, it’s time to warm them up.

Allergic? or for signs of an allergic reaction such as swelling, breathing difficulties or excessive itching, seek medical help immediately.

NOSEBLEEDSMessy. Smelly. Easily stopped if you apply direct pressure to the cartilage below the bone and get your child to put their chin down. Do not tilt the head back. This will make them swallow the blood, which will make them vomit. The key with nosebleeds is once you’ve applied direct pressure, don’t let go. You want to give the blood time to clot, so resist the urge to release your pinch every 30 seconds to check if the bleeding’s stopped. Be patient, tell a story, sing songs, teach the periodic table. After five minutes or more, release your pinch and see what’s happening. If it’s stopped, great.

Tell your child not to play with or blow their nose for the rest of the day. The nose needs time to heal, and extra attention to the area might start the bleed again. If the flow hasn’t stopped, re-pinch and resume your lessons. Of course, by this point a TV show will suffice for entertainment too; however, make sure your child still has their chin down. If after 20 minutes the bleeding hasn’t stopped it is time to seek medical attention.

The most important thing to remember is: you know your child best. If you’re worried, don’t hesitate to call 9-1-1, the BC Nurses’ Line (8-1-1), or take your child directly to the doctor, clinic or hospital. _________________________________________________

Alison Gunn is a mum, wife and writer who lives in a pink world and blogs about it. Check out her blog at

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Self Massage for Cesarean Scars: Jane Podmore

Over the past three years I have had the joy and pleasure of working with families, in varying capacities,

throughout their child-bearing years. This work has been both fascinating and rewarding and has taught me many things about the miraculous capabilities of the human body and spirit. Some of these lessons have come from watching women recover from cesarean deliveries while caring for their newborn babies. Instantly selfless, the unwavering love and commitment to their new baby so often results in their own health and wellbeing becoming secondary. These women provide the perfect example of the innate transformation into motherhood that follows birth.

According to 2007/2008 data from the Vancouver Island Health Authority, inclusive of home births, 31.8% of babies born in the Victoria area were delivered by caesarean section. This means that close to one-third of Victoria mothers will have spent the first few days caring for their newborn while healing from major surgery herself. If you are one of these women, you will know that no matter the circumstances that led to your cesarean birth, the recovery from it is both an emotional and physical journey.

Surrounding yourself with attentive support, spending lots of time skin-to-skin with your baby, and taking the time to nurture your own healing are some of the most important steps you can take towards a healthful recovery.

In the days and weeks following birth, your body will begin to heal. The pain from the incision will wane, movements will feel natural again, and many aspects of caring for your newborn will feel easier. As your incision heals, a scar will form in its place. Underneath this visible scar adhesions will develop as part of the body’s natural healing process. During this process, tiny strands of collagen fill the site that has been cut and attach in a random pattern to create the glue-like bonds we call adhesions, otherwise known as scar tissue. Wherever they form, adhesions can remain in the body for life.

As a by-product of cesarean surgery, these adhesions are known to form connections between tissues and organs that are not normally connected. For example, it is common for adhesions to form between the skin, intestines, uterus, fallopian tubes, ovaries, bladder and other organs.


Symptoms of these adhesions include: • abdominal pain• diarrhea or constipation• irritable bowel syndrome • acid reflux • pelvic pain and pain with intercourse• blockages in the fallopian tubes• deep “tugging” or “pulling” sensations• low back pain• puckered, raised or asymmetrical scar formation• numbness and/or itching

While adhesion formation is a normal and expected result of surgery, adhesions that prevent tissues and organs from moving freely can become a health issue. Many of these potential problems can be avoided with the appropriate care of your c-section scar.

Massaging your cesarean scar for even a few minutes a day can have a huge benefit. In fact, knowledgeable self-massage is one of the best things you can do to avoid complications from adhesions and to improve the look and feel of your scar itself. Because massage helps to stimulate nerve endings, it can also be used to help relieve numbness and restore feeling where it has been lost.

With massage, self or otherwise, the best results are achieved when begun soon after the scar has healed, however older scars can benefit from increased circulation and the release of abdominal adhesions as well.

Because every mother’s recovery is as unique and individual as the mother herself, you should talk to a Registered Massage Therapist with specialized training in cesarean recovery about which self massage techniques will be safe and effective for your own healthful recovery.

The birth of a baby is one of life’s most monumental and meaningful events, after which you will be busy learning to feed, change, love and care for a new life. I understand that as a new mother, time is so very precious but I encourage you to find some time for yourself. If only for a moment or two a day, empower yourself by actively assisting in the healing of your body, while honouring the great gift it gave to you._________________________________________________

Jane Podmore is a Registered Massage Therapist with specialized training in pre & post-natal massage,

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I don’t see your business in here. Don’t you want new parents to find you??

Call Lisa at 250.597.3552 and book your space for the next issue. I want to see you!


Your Taxes - Family Situations: Mike Mahy

Parents face so many challenges today when it comes to managing their fi nances. When it comes to taxes,

thankfully the federal government has provided some relief.

I want to highlight some tax claims for families, especially families with small children.

Claims that have been available to parents for years:

Amount For Eligible Dependent (line 305 of your tax return) Put simply, this is a claim eligible for those who did not have a spouse or common-law partner, and you supported a dependent in the year that you are fi ling. The claim is for only one dependent, under the age of 18 years, or can extend to over the age of 18 if the dependent has a qualifying physical or mental infi rmity. Only one parent may claim this on his or her tax return. You would not qualify for this claim if the dependent was only visiting you, or in the case of joint custody and guardianship, you are the one required to pay child support to the ex-spouse or common-law partner.

Child Care ExpensesIf you need to hire a babysitter, out-of-school care, or daycare facility while you are at work or attending school, you may qualify for this deduction. If you are a single parent, you may calculate this claim straight on to line 214 of your return. For married or common-law couples, the claim must go to the lower income earner. Use a schedule 778 - Child Care Expenses Deduction - to calculate your claim. Remember to get the Social Insurance Number from any individual or individuals you hire to babysit for the purposes of this claim, but with recognized daycare or out-of-school care facilities, this will not be necessary.

Medical expensesYou may claim several types of medical expenses for your dependents (premiums paid to private insurers, dental, pharmaceutical, etc) on your return.

What benefi ts have been added for families since 2007:

Amount For Children (line 367 of your tax return)This deduction is found on Schedule 1 of your return. This amount is permitted for all dependents who are under the age of 18 at the end of the year. For those couples who are married or common-law, either parent may make the claim on the return. In the case of shared custody and guardianship, the parent claiming the amount for eligible dependent (line 305) may only claim this deduction.

Child Fitness AmountYou may claim up to $500 on line 365 of your tax return for each dependent who is under the age of 16 and is in an eligible physical activity.

Universal Child Care Benefi tThe UCCB is for the parent or guardian of a child in their primary care and is under the age of 6 years. Payments for the UCCB is in $100 monthly instalments. This amount must be added to your tax return as you will receive a slip called an RC62 - UCCB. The income is reported on line 117 of your return.

For most people, the tax fi ling deadline for your 2011 T1 General will be at midnight local time, Monday, April 30th, 2012._________________________________________________

Mike Mahy of Seianna Financial Services Inc.www.seianna.com

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As an entrepreneur myself, and mother of three (soon four)

and someone who has worked with countless women entrepreneurs, I’ve seen firsthand the unique challenges facing female entrepreneurs. Here are my top five tips for those brave and wise women looking to begin their own business:

Live within your means and don’t be afraid to start smallOne of the main causes of a startup’s failure is not having enough capital at the beginning. Be realistic about your financing, and don’t try to extend yourself beyond your means. Find creative ways to fund your business, such as working out of your home, bartering with vendors and leveraging social media and networking for your marketing.

Don’t dwell on your least-favorite tasksAs an entrepreneur, you’re going to have to wear many hats. But that doesn’t mean you are going to enjoy or excel at every aspect of your business. Some tasks (like bookkeeping or blogging) are bound to be a major drain on your time and well-being.

Recognize where you’re struggling and look for an alternative such as hiring help or asking a friend or family member to pitch in. You will be freeing up your time for other critical areas where you excel.

Learn to say noDid you know that the word ‘no’ can be a complete sentence? Although saying no is never comfortable, it is absolutely essential. Just remember that every time you say yes to someone, you’re saying no to yourself and your priorities. To be a successful entrepreneur, you have

got to learn to drop some of your time commitments and set healthy boundaries. Just remember to prioritize time for your clients.

Don’t forget to celebrate each successThe road in front of any entrepreneur is exciting, uncharted and almost always a little bumpy. Along the way, don’t forget to acknowledge each success, no matter how small. These celebrations will help you stay inspired. Remember to pat yourself on the back now and then.www.sheknows.com

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As the ball drops on New Years Eve, we all set our New Years Resolutions, and most of us include something

about saving money. Once the holiday dust settles, we stop and say “Ok, now HOW do I make this happen?” Maximizing your rewards points redemptions is an easy way to help us spend smarter in 2012, and make sure this an easy resolution to keep.

Most of us have a wallet full of points cards, and faithfully collect the points when we shop. When the cashier asks us if we want to redeem our points, we often do, enjoying the instant savings. There are many ways to make these points cards work harder for us. Here are a few things I have learned along my savings journey.

Most places offer bonus points on items that we buy anyway, but often on multiples. If it is a product you use anyway, consider buying the amount required to get the extra points. Also, many places offer coupons for bonus points online, either on their website or through email, and sometimes even in their flyers. Make a point of checking to see if there is anything that would apply before you head out to shop. The more points you have, the better the rewards.

A Frugal New Year: Kate LangridgeResist the urge to redeem often and save the points for one large redemption. For example, at Shoppers Drug Mart you can redeem 8,000 points for $10 in free product, or you can save and redeem 95,000 points for $170 worth of free stuff. That means that if you redeemed the 95,000 points in $10 increments you would only get about $120, but just for waiting to redeem in one lump sum, you earn an extra $50.

When it comes to redeeming the points, take a good look at the rewards catalogs and plan your redemptions to make sure you are getting the best deal for you. For example, you can get free groceries from Thrifty Foods but when I was recently looking at the Club Thrifty Foods rewards catalog, I saw that for 2,550 points I could get either $25 of groceries or I could redeem for a Cineplex Famous Night Out gift certificate (2 movie passes, 2 drinks and a popcorn - approx $45 value). You can also get gift cards from many of the rewards catalogs, which are perfect for either redeeming to buy gifts or giving as gifts themselves.

You can use coupons both when you collect and redeem your points.


Many places give points on the pre-coupon dollar value, meaning that if you purchase $25 worth of product and redeem $5 worth of coupons, you will still get the points on the $25. When you are redeeming for free product or using a gift card purchased with points, you can also use coupons to get more stuff for free.

Watch for extra redemption opportunities. For example, every few months Shoppers Drug Mart offers bonus redemption opportunities where you can spend your points and get more than the usual amount for free. Also, every so often some places offer deals on rewards catalog items, offering them for less points.

Look into consolidating your points. Many places let you trade in your points for points at another store, or for Aeroplan or Airmiles. This lets you use the smaller amounts you collect at stores you shop at occasionally faster._________________________________________________

Kate Langridge is a busy mom of two who is always looking for creative ways to stretch the family budget.

Promoting Quality Child Care

Funded by the government of BC

Phone: (250) 756-20221-888-480-CARE (2273)

Online access: www.pacifi c-care.bc.ca

Pacifi cCARE assists parents in fi nding child care for children(newborn to 12 years of age) at no cost. Based on the parents’specifi c needs, the computerized registry selects a list of providersfor parents to choose from. In addition, parents have access to:

• information and brochures pertinent to child development andchild care selection

• education opportunities such as workshops and printedinformation

• information on child care subsidy and application forms • access to the Internet for child care-related business

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If your baby or child isn't getting the sleep they need, help is available.

private consultations group seminars practical solutions

Call Sukkie Sandhu250.857.1408


resource directory Adoption

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Choices Adoption & Counselling Serviceswww.choicesadoption.caT: 888-479-9811Licensed non-profit adoption agency in BC.

Sunrise Family Services Societywww.SunriseAdoption.comT: 888-984-2488Creating the joy of family by adopting.

The Adoption Centrewww.adoption-bc.comT: 800-935-4237

Artists_____________________________________

Danger By Designwww.dangerbydesign.webs.comContact: Christina 250-727-9291Artistic services for individuals, groups & businesses. Face Painting, Body Art, Airbrush & Special FX Make-Up, Custom Paintings & MORE!

Birth and Post-Partum Support_____________________________________

Juliane Webster DONA trained Birth DoulaT: 250-896-1485E: [email protected] about supporting parents through pregnancy, labour & delivery and postpartum.

Breastfeeding Clinics & Support_____________________________________

VARIOUS COMMUNITIESHappy Tribe ConsultingT: 250-739-3146www.happytribe.ca

DUNCANCowichan Maternity Clinicin Cowichan District HospitalT: 250-737-2066

Public Health UnitT: 250-709-3050

La Leche League SupportT: 250-746-1601, ChristyE: [email protected]

NANAIMOLa Leche League SupportT: 250-754-5853, Bridget

Nanaimo Breastfeeding CentreT: 250-755-3388Individual breastfeeding counselling and support.

PARKSVILLEParksville Health UnitT: 250-248-2044

La Leche LeagueT: 250-390-5184, Lesleywww.LLLC.ca

Kathy DuttonCertified Lactation ConsultantT: 250-951-9886

VICTORIALa Leche League SupportT: 250-727-4384

Child Care - Daycares, Preschools, Nannies

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PacificCARET: 1-888-480-2273 or 250-756-2022Assisting parents in finding child care (newborn - 12yrs)**See ad page 19

International NanniesT: 800-820-8308Free instant access to 100s of nanny profiles

Registered Nanny CanadaT: 250-667-0565 or 250-585-8890W: www.RegisteredNannyCanada.comThe most cost effective solution for busy families.**See ad page 19

CHEMAINUSSt. Joseph’s Early Learning & Child Care Cntr T: 250-246-3191W: www.stjosephselem.ca

COWICHAN BAYTreetops DaycareT: 250-748-5716Daycare full and part time, preschool program in the morning, after school care.

DUNCANArcadian Day Care CentreT: 250-748-3922

Kidzco Learning CentreT: 250-746-4027Stimulating environment that includes each child’s uniqueness. 30 months to 5 years.

Kingdom Treasures Christian PreschoolT: 250-746-0110

Maple Bay BunniesT: 250-597-3015**See ad page 11

Sunrise Waldorf SchoolT: 250-743-7253Parent & Child, Nursery and K to 8.

LAKE COWICHANKaatza Child CareT: 250-749-6422

NANAIMOFour Seasons MontessoriT: 250-758-8979

NORTH COWICHANLa Ronde Family CareT: 250-748-0389Childcare, Doula Care & Parent Educationwww.larondefamilycare.ca

QUALICUMChildren’s Discovery CentreT: 250-752-4343E: [email protected] program recognizes the uniqueness of each child and provides a nurturing, safe and creative learning environment. Preschool, Groupcare, Out of School care. ECE qualified staff.

Little Star Children’s CentreT: 250-752-4554

Morning Glory Childcare CentreT: 250-752-6777E: [email protected]

Child Care - Daycares, Preschools, Nannies

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Oceanside Montessori SchoolHoylake Road W, Qualicum Beach T: 250-738-0305

SALTSPRING ISLANDSaltspring Daycare and PreschoolT: 250-537-2114

Tree Frog Daycare T: 250-653-4998

SHAWNIGAN LAKEPrecious Beginnings Early Childcare CentreT: 250-743-4477

VICTORIAGoldstream Co-op PreschoolT: 250-474-3011E: [email protected]/gsps

Nightingale Preschool and Jr KindergartenT: 250-595-7544www.nightingalepreschool.com

Scribbles and Wiggles DaycareT: 250-385-5565Registered quality childcare, 7 years running.

Circumcision_____________________________________

Dr. Neil PollokT: 1-604-717-6200W: www.circumcisionvictoria.comBCs most referred to circumcision physician**See ad page 12

Cloth Diapering_____________________________________

Cushy Tushy Bumwww.cushytushy.caT: 250-586-0809Cloth diapers and accessories.**See ad page 19

Happy Island Diaper Servicewww.happyislanddiapers.comT: 866-922-7377 or 250-591-7000The ‘BEST’ way to cloth diaper your child.**See ad page 8

Huckleberry Baby Shopwww.huckleberrybabyshop.comT: 250-585-555212A-4376 Boban Drive, Nanaimo

Love and Stuff Cloth Diapers Etc778-433-5303, [email protected]

Consulting Services_____________________________________

Recreated SpacesT: 250-721-4663E: [email protected]: www.recreatedspaces.comProfessional organizing company servicing Victoria, transform your environment, and transform your life in the process!

Counselling_____________________________________

Shore Counselling Societywww.shorecounselling.caT: 250-716-1888Professional counselling for individuals, couples and families.

Counselling_____________________________________

TS Consultingwww.transitionsupport.netT: 250-590-4114Helping families adjust to new family structures.**See ad page 15

Dentists_____________________________________

Saanich Dental GroupT: 250-477-7321W: www.saanichdentalgroup.comWe believe a healthy smile starts early!**See ad page 14

Family Events_____________________________________

Island MamasW: www.islandmamas.comA tradeshow powered by the Mama movement!**See ad page 9 Mother May I ProductionsT: 250-480-4849W: tinyurl.com/mothermayi-eventsFamily focused events helping you be the best parent you can be!**See ad page 13

Financial Services_____________________________________

Freedom 55 FinancialT: 250-881-5597, TerryW: www.terrylangridge.caProviding proven, individualized financial strategies and tools to help families in Victoria reach their goals. VIP Insurance ServicesT: 250-412-6179E: [email protected] and Insurance

Food & Beverage_____________________________________

Independent Epicure Selections ConsultantT: 250-744-0594, AJ AikenE: [email protected] Independent Organo Gold DistributorT: 250-744-0594, AJ AikenE: [email protected]

Foster Parent Support_____________________________________

Foster Parent Support Services SocietyT: 1-888-922-8437, 250-598-1500www.fosterhope.caInformation for those interested in becoming foster parents.

Health & Beauty_____________________________________

ArbonneT: 778-922-0585, Maria KirleyW: www.arbonne.caAn amazing line of chemical-free, petroleum-free, healthy infant care options.

AVONT: 250-858-5205, Carly RussellE: [email protected] just makeup anymore! ... beauty care, skin care, hair care and style. I’m here to help you with all your Avon needs!


Health & Beauty_____________________________________

AVONT: 778-440-3007, Chadalee HamiltonE: [email protected]

Mary KayT: 250-590-1812, Carla BricknellW: www.marykay.ca/carlabricknellE: [email protected]

Makeup ArtistRose [email protected] Lila LavenderT: 250-655 0988W: www.lilacanada.comLavender farm offering a line of handmade, natural lavender products. All lavender distilled for essential oils right at the farm.

Momma Goose Baby CareE: [email protected]: www.mommagoose.caPregnancy through infancy, mom and baby skin care products, amber teething necklaces.

Health and Wellness_____________________________________

Body by Vi 90 Day ChallengeT: 250-715-5176W: www.lisareda.myvi.netDelicious weight loss shakes, nutricious meal replacements, proven results!**See ad page 2

Cowichan Maternity ClinicT: 737-2066Full service maternity clinic within the Cowichan District Hospital

Body Karma T: 250-514-3710, Kanna LairdCertified personal trainer/holistic nutritionist for pre & post natals and weight loss.

Home Decor_____________________________________

Everyday Style by Becci T: 250-516-5849, Becci MincherE: [email protected]: www.everydaystyle.comFrom cooking and serving meals, to entertaining, accessorizing, and celebrating, why not do it with style? ScentsyT: 250-217-8962E: [email protected]: www.goldalicious.scentsy.caWickless candles, over 80 scents and 70 warmers.

Home Schooling / Tutoring_____________________________________

Academic Advantage TutoringT: 250-483-5496 (Victoria and Western Communities)T: 877-787-5854 (Comox Valley and Campbell River)www.schooliseasy.com

House Cleaning & Maintenance_____________________________________

Pro Works PaintingT: 250-896-1485, JulianeW: www.proworkspainting.com

House Cleaning & Maintenance_____________________________________

Clean Choice CleanersT: 250-929-8381, TraceyGiving you back the luxury of time and a naturally clean home to enjoy it in!**See ad page 4

Lush Eco LawnsT: 250-597-0408, JohnE: [email protected] lawn mowing, seasonal organic soil treatments, and environmentally friendly lawn maintenance.**See ad page 8

NorwexE: [email protected], Tina Costo BragaHome cleaning products.

Kitchen Supplies_____________________________________

Pampered ChefT: 778-440-2973, Michelle EmburyKitchen cooking tools and more!

Lifestyle & Wellness_____________________________________

Renee Lindstrom, GCFPW: www.insideawareness.comIntegrating body, emotions and behaviour

Midwives_____________________________________

Midwives Association of BC/College of Midwives will provide a list of midwives in your communityT: 604-736-5976

Music, Dance & Exercise_____________________________________

Adage StudioT: 250-709-4048W: www.adagestudio.comClasses for children and adults

Deborah Mullan, Musician/ComposerT: 250-590-2214E: [email protected]: www.deborahmullan.comAlso teaches private trombone lessons

Duncan Dynamics Gymnasticswww.ddgc.caT: 250-746-0193

Island Kung Fuwww.islandkungfu.comT: 250-701-0222The Cowichan Valley’s leader in family martial arts.

Kathleen Laurie School of Highland DanceT: 250-213-9627E: [email protected] dance for children and adults.

MoonDance Dynamic Arts Schoolwww.moondancearts.caT: 250-743-5846West African Dance & Drumming, Dance from India, Hip Hop & more!

Nanaimo Conservatory of Musicwww.ncmusic.caT: 250-754-4611Kindermusik, a good beginning never ends.

Peninsula Academy of Music Artswww.peninsulaacademy.caT: 778-426-1800

Music, Dance & Exercise_____________________________________

Salsa Babies and Salsa Totswww.runnersandbootiesfitness.comT: 604-461-7827Dance back into shape with baby as partner!

Steps Ahead DanceT: 250-701-0203www.stepsaheadbc.comQuality dance instruction for children, RAD ballet, ISTD Modern, ISTD Tap**See ad page 10

Vancouver Island Symphonywww.vancouverislandsymphony.comNoteworthy Kids: A free community outreach program sponsored by the Vancouver Island Symphony, Nanaimo.

Victoria Conservatory of MusicT: 250-386-5311www.vcm.bc.caFresh new music programs with musical fun for the very young!

Victoria Suzuki Piano SchoolT: 250-385-8355www.VSPA.caMontessori-styled music environment for young children.

Online Resources_____________________________________

www.canigettherecipe.comwww.childsplay101.comwww.cowichanvalleykids.comwww.dinnervibe.comwww.kidsinnanaimo.comwww.kidsinvictoria.comwww.MyBabyStuff.cawww.parentpicks.cawww.savvymom.cawww.smalltownchicks.comwww.westcoastmoms.ca

Optometry_____________________________________

South Cowichan EyecareChemainus Family EyecareT: 250-743-8899, 250-246-3405www.myeyecare.ca

Salt Spring EyecareDr. Andrea N. Varju, Optometrist158A Fulford-Ganges Rd, Salt Spring IslT: 250-537-4356

Party Planning_____________________________________

MV Party Consulting and CreatingT: 250-857-3035E: [email protected] inclusive theme parties for adults and children.

Par-T-PerfectT: 250-386-5867, KristinaE: [email protected] castles, face painters, balloon twisters, costumed leaders, theme parties & more!**See ad page 13 Twisted Sifters Cupcakeswww.twistedsifterscupckaes.comT: 250-709-9095Cakes, cupcakes and cookies for all occasions!

Photography_____________________________________

Heather Bond PhotographyContact HeatherE: [email protected]: www.heatherbondphotography.comFully insured family photographer.

Masika May PhotographyContact Masika: 250-732-4586Newborn, children, family, maternty, boudoir.**Cover Photographer**See ad page 23

nancy.g photographywww.ngdesigns.caContact Nancy: 250-748-8006Portrait artist specializing in natural baby and maternity photography**See ad page 9

Nicole Williamswww.nicolewilliamsphotography.comContact Nicole: 250-954-8209

Seadancewww.seadance.caContact Lisa: 250-941-7774Underwater maternity, tot and family portraits.

Tessa Leena Designs www.tessaleenadesigns.comContact Tessa: 250-415-7871Our focus is maternity, newborn and family photography and complementary graphic design.

Twiggy Photographywww.twiggyphotography.caContact Kim: 250-324-6028Maternity, newborn, little ones, family, children.

Prenatal Classes_____________________________________

Beautiful BirthBirthing From Within classes and Certified Doula Care T: 250-597-2770, Catherine Quagliawww.beautifulbirth.ca

Pre and Postnatal Yoga, Massage and Fitness

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VARIOUS COMMUNITIES Fit 4 Two Pre and Post Natal Fitnesswww.fit4two.ca

Inspiration YogaContact Sadie: 250-748-2089E: [email protected]: schedule @ matmercantile.caPrenatal Yoga and mom & baby yoga at Matraea Centre (170 Craig Street)

Shop ‘n StrollT: 877-479-9429www.runnersandbootiesfitness.comClasses run year round - Mayfair Mall and Woodgrove Centre.

Retail ~ CONSIGNMENT:Clothing & Accessories

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CUMBERLANDPolka Dot Pants2720 Dunsmuir Avenue, CumberlandVery cool consignment clothing for women and children.


Retail ~ CONSIGNMENT:Clothing & Accessories

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DUNCANIndigo Childrens Consignment131 Station Street, DuncanT: 250-709-2042Toys, clothes, car seats, furniture, maternity

Kinderbeez Children’s Consignment2755 Beverly Street, DuncanT: 250-748-2345

LADYSMITHIndigo Childrens Consignment436 First Avenue, LadysmithT: 250-245-2042

NANAIMOKit n’ Caboodle Childrens Consignment36 - 1925 Bowen Road, NanaimoT: 250-585-KIDS (5437)

ONLINEwww.islandkidsstuff.comComfortable, affordable, wearable clothing for babies and toddlers.

PARKSVILLEAnd Tiger ... Two!138 Middleton Avenue, ParksvilleT: 250-954-0051

VICTORIAA to Z Kids801 Goldstream Avenue, VictoriaT: 250-474-7769

Clothesline ClothingRoyal Oak Shopping CentreT: 250-479-0800

Little Treasures Children’s Consignment1606 Stanley Avenue, VictoriaT: 250-590-4228www.shoplittletreasures.ca

Retail ~ MATERNITY:Clothing & Accessories

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ERRINGTONFoxy Mamma Maternity1860 Grafton Avenue, ErringtonT: 250-927-6182www.foxymammamaternity.ca**See ad page 18

ONLINEHaute MamaT: 866-615-3800www.HauteMama.caTry the new Wardrobe in a Box!**See ad page 7

VICTORIABellies in Bloom Maternity104 - 4489 Viewmont Ave, VictoriaT: 250-479-0803www.belliesinbloommaternity.com**See ad back page

La Mama Maternity1010 Broad Street, VictoriaT: 250-388-3977www.lamamamaternity.comMaternity wear, nursing wear & more!**See ad page 11

Mothering Touch975 Fort Street, VictoriaT: 250-595-4905www.MotheringTouch.caThe place for new & expectant parents.**See ad page 23

Retail ~ ONLINE:Children’s Clothing, Shoes, Toys

& Accessories_____________________________________

Aly Dahl Designswww.alydahl.comHandcrafted bespoken jewelry created from reclaimed pure silver.**See ad page 23

Bella and Charlie Designswww.bellaandcharliedesigns.comHandmade baby blankets and bibs for your little ones!

Lalabee Bathworkswww.lalabeebathworks.com

Oscar Gone Wildwww.oscargonewild.caT: 250-213-9529Victoria’s only online Baby BOYtique! Everything you need for the little man in your life.

Pretty Frilly Thingswww.prettyfrillythings.comHats, headbands, tutus, hair clips and more!

RuffaLilywww.sacredbaby.comUnique, eye-catching girls fashions - dresses, skirts, kimonos, and more!

Shroomperswww.shroompers.etsy.comHandmade mushroom felties for imaginative play!

Water’s Edge Organicswww.watersedgeorganics.comT: 250-947-5362Eco lux for baby, child and mom.**See ad page 5

Retail ~ ONLINE:Products and Services for Mom and Baby

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Cards by Kidswww.cardsbykids.caOne-of-a-kind greeting cards by your favorite artists ... your KIDS!

Happy Island Diaper Servicewww.happyislanddiapers.comT: 866-922-7377 or 250-591-7000The ‘BEST’ way to cloth diaper your child.**See ad page 8

Oops! Sheetwww.oopssheet.comProtective fitted sheet, waterproof and breathable!

Retail ~ STORES:Children’s Clothing, Furniture,

Shoes, Toys & Accessories_____________________________________

COURTENAYfirefly : new beginnings435 5th Street, CourtenayT: 250-703-2848

DUNCANIndigo Childrens Consignment131 Station Street, DuncanT: 250-709-2042

LADYSMITHIndigo Childrens Consignment436 First Avenue, LadysmithT: 250-245-2042

Retail ~ STORES:Children’s Clothing, Furniture,

Shoes, Toys & Accessories_____________________________________

NANAIMOKool & Child2517 Bowen Road, NanaimoT: 250-716-1777Educational toys for children.

Maliah Magoo115 Chapel Street, NanaimoT: 250-591.5678Hip clothes for kids.

Pumpkin Pie Kids Wearwww.pumpkinpiekids.com411A Fitzwilliam StreetT: 250-754-3933Quality items for baby and older; clothes, toys, shoes, layette.**See ad page 4

QUALICUM BEACHHard Candy Baby Boutique12 - 221 Second Ave W, Qualicum BeachT: 250-752-4769Cool kicks and clothes for kids!

VICTORIABellies in Bloom Maternity104 - 4489 Viewmont Ave, VictoriaT: 250-479-0803www.belliesinbloommaternity.com**See ad back page

Dreamland Kids3194 Douglas Street, VictoriaT: 250-381-5437Furniture, room decor, toys and more!

Rainy Day Play320 - 3980 Shelbourne Street, VictoriaT: 250-590-5639Organic clothing, unique tin toys, non-toxic toys, lunch bags & more!**See ad page 9

Safety_____________________________________

Babyproofitwww.babyproofit.caT: 250-514-2265E: [email protected] Island company providing high quality safety gates / devices along with professional child-proofing services.

Single Parents & Step Families

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Single Parent Resource Centre of Victoriawww.singleparentvictoria.caT: 250-385-1114E: [email protected]

Sleep Consultants_____________________________________

Sleep Sensewww.sleepsense.net/victoriaContact Sukkie: 250-857-1408Private consultations, groups, practical solutions.**See ad page 19

Tumblebums Solutionswww.tumblesolutions.comSeminars and individualized plans to find your sleep solution.**See ad page 6

Special Needs Support_____________________________________

Apples to Oranges Dietary Coaching for Kids with Special NeedsT: 250-516-4234, Lori Brienesse-FrankE: [email protected]: www.applestooranges.caTransitioning your child to a restricted diet due to food intolerances and allergies can be overwhelming. We take out the stress and makes it easy. Specializing in special diets for autism.

Spirituality_____________________________________

Rainflower BlessingsT: 250-385-3743, Nazli KhosraviE: [email protected] Reader and Healer. Rainflower Blessings in Victoria is a sacred space to empower people by opening new doors to consciousness, introducing alternative transformational tools, and offering products & services that awaken the Spirit within.

Toys_____________________________________ Cherry Bomb ToysT: 250-385-8697, Candice Woodwardwww.cherrybombtoys.com Tumblebums Play Centre and Toy Shop133-735 Goldstream Avenue, LangfordT: 250-474-PLAY (7529)W: www.tumblebums.com

Do you operate a daycare in your home?Do you manufacture or sell bamboo baby clothes?

Are you a kids consignment store?

Do you need help increasing your business?Contact us today. Advertising works.

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