We go by many names—family caregiver, in-home care, and the Sandwich Generation. We are the people taking care of our parents and our kids. We’re stuck in the middle of a whole group of people who need us. Who need things from us constantly. Who present us with the biggest challenges, and greatest … [Read more...]
Motherless Mothering On Mother’s Day
Say that title five times fast please. Mother’s Day is right around the corner. This is my 15th one without my mom being here and my 7th as being one. (Although since Will is already saying he’s 8 because it’s his 8th year on earth..maybe I should round up as well). The first few years after … [Read more...]
Have You Tested Your CancerIQ?
A week before I left on my vacation, I got a letter from Ontario Blood Services. Ever since my mother required daily blood transfusions as part of her cancer treatment, I've been a huge advocate of donating blood (over 25 times for me!). The letter said that they found an issue with my hemoglobin in … [Read more...]
Thinking Positively On World Cancer Day
Today is World Cancer Day. It seems an odd day to mark because those of us effected by cancer (are there any people who aren't?) don't need a day. It lives with us every single day. But who am I to decide! Will is in grade two. He adores his teacher, who we'll call Mr. Smith. Now, while I don't … [Read more...]
Why One OITNB Cast Member Is Running The Boston Marathon
Uzo Aduba plays Suzanne “Crazy Eyes” Warren on one of our favourite shows here in the UrbanMoms office, Orange Is The New Black. And while we are counting down the days until June 12th when season 3 drops, all eyes are on Uzo for another reason. Like many of us, Uzo’s life has been touched by … [Read more...]
Supporting Ovarian Cancer With Fun, Fashion & Firemen
I had no idea that ovarian cancer is the most serious form of women's cancer in Canada. An estimated 17,000 women live with ovarian cancer and 2,600 are diagnosed each year. But let's not give up hope. We were invited to attend the LOVE HER Event recently in support of Ovarian Cancer Canada to … [Read more...]
The 10 Minutes That Could Lower Your Cancer Risk
Written by Brandie Weikle It’s not much fun to contemplate our risks for cancer. If you’ve lost a family member to any form of the disease, the thought may be doubly frightening. But information is power. In fact, research shows that as many as half of cancers could be prevented if people had … [Read more...]
Book Review: “Before I Go” By Colleen Oakley
The day my mom was diagnosed with cancer we cut her hair short and dyed it purple. The colour description on the box said “Rich Mahogany,” but we decided to add the colour booster because, really, why the heck not? Anyway, the result pushed mom’s hair into purple territory and she looked like a … [Read more...]
Legendary Fashion Designer Oscar de la Renta Dies at 82
Legendary fashion designer, Oscar de la Renta, died Monday evening due to complications from cancer, reports The New York Times. He was 82. The news was confirmed by his wife, Annette de la Renta. The Dominican-born designer was first diagnosed with cancer back in 2006 and has been battling the … [Read more...]
What Is Your Biggest Fear?
Are you afraid of the dark? public speaking? crowds? bugs? maybe FOMO (fear of missing out)? Whatever your fear, you're invited to join in the Fearless Challenge. The Canadian Cancer Society has just launched this new online fundraiser that dares everyone to confront their own fears to help those … [Read more...]
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