I spend a lot of time in front of the computer and on my mobile devices. It has become a way of life. While computers and screens have made us more efficient in many ways—we can respond faster and more efficiently—studies have shown that prolonged sitting in front of the devices is not healthy for … [Read more...]
Why WAHM (Work At Home Moms) Could Get a Bad Rap
I had the pleasure of having Scott Stratten of UnMarketing present to my Mom Entrepreneurs` Network on Tuesday. One of the topics he discussed was how WAHM (Work At Home Moms) may be risking their image by working at home while their kids are home at the same time. This really made me … [Read more...]
Featured Mom Business: Spa “Jama” Parties
Our story began in the summer of 2006. A mother and 2 daughters had a dream to open a Day Spa. Spa by day, and a spa-labration by night, where groups could come and celebrate different occasions with friends and family while being pampered with spa services. We began our year of training … [Read more...]
Featured Mom Business: ECHOage.com
ECHOage.com is an online system that easily enables children to celebrate giving at the time of their birthday. Through the ONE GIFT, ONE CAUSE solution children everywhere are contributing to society, the environment and each other. ECHOage is easy to use and convenient for mothers. The site … [Read more...]
Featured Mom Business: Little Bodhi
This week, the urbanmoms.ca Marketplace is thrilled to bring you Paola's story: Shortly after the birth of my daughter, the realization that I was now a "parent" and responsible for a new, pure & innocent being deeply changed my life in more ways than one. As if learning the ropes to … [Read more...]
Featured Mom Business: Mini Me’s
This week we bring you Sheri's story: While on maternity leave with my mini me, I started Mini Me's, the company. (Note: I started the company AFTER my daughter's colic subsided! haha). Mini Me's, publishes a personalized children's book that lets you combine your favourite family photos into … [Read more...]
Featured Mom Business: My Beading Art
This week, the folks here at the urbanmoms.ca Marketplace are pleased to bring you Hedy's story. I make all one-of-a-kind, hand-beaded jewelry for adults and kids at My Beading Art. One of my latest and hottest products at the moment are Sterling Silver Mommy Bracelets: Moms and grandmothers … [Read more...]
Featured Mom Business: By Design Canada
Are you a mom entrepreneur? Do you know one? Our mission at the urbanmoms.ca Marketplace is to provide a forum for women who own or run their own businesses. We'd love to share your story, too. If you have a story to share, send a short (100-200 word) submission to kath@urbanmoms.ca along with a … [Read more...]
Feature Mom Business: doudoubebe.com
In French, doudou means “lovey” or stuffed toy – doux also means soft. The name evokes both the fun and the luxury of our product line. Our first baby, Isabelle, had mountains and mountains of stuff. Most of the mountain was mass-market baby gear, much of it touted as a “must-have”. In reality, we … [Read more...]
Featured Mom Business: Art Studio
One of our favourite places here on urbanmoms.ca is the Marketplace - our place to share the unique and inspiring stories of moms starting, owning, running and managing businesses! Do you own or run a business? If so, we'd love to hear from you! Just send a 100-200 word summary of your story along … [Read more...]