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I Put on my Raincoat, My Yellow Raincoat #Giveaway USA/CANADA

August 8, 2014 By Deb B. 51 Comments

"City Coat" Oil & Water Rainwear www.BABYSTYLISTA.com

We live in a city where spring and winter showers are of the norm, and snowflakes are a treat – so naturally, a raincoat for all seasons is a must. However, what every little mini-fashionista really needs, is her very own yellow rain coat.

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More specifically, an ivory-gold weave and chartreuse trim coat to go famously with her yellow hunter wellies.

While taking a stroll along the imaginary yellow brick road of our favorite neighborhood outdoor mall, LD and I decided to tune up our vocal stylings in our latest rendition of “Singin’ in the Rain“. Presumably, I would be Debbie Reynolds, but my little ray of sunshine insisted on playing the role of the young starlet. And like any starlet, little mama pranced around town in her loveliest of lovely ensembles, looking fabulous, and feeling confident.

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Making a statement, both bold and bright, little mama proudly donned her City Coat from Oil & Water‘s Summer 2014 collection. After all, every city girl, big or small, needs herself a City Coat.

This incredibly stylish collection for girls, available in sizes 2 – 10, is made of high quality, waterproof, and water resistant materials. Every stitch, every reinforced snap, every little detail is meticulously designed with quality and style in mind. Even the hood is tailored to hug her sweet little noggin. Of course, forcing a three year old to put on a hood while the sun’s out, is as reasonable as asking them not to play in puddles when the rain pours. Therefore, you will not be seeing any hood-wearing in this post. LD makes no apologies, however. She’s as sparkly as a tall glass of yellow lemonade (umbrella, inclusive).

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What we love the most, is the comfort and flexibility of the materials. Thanks to the polyurethane coated tricot soft knit weave (I attribute my fabulous fashion lingo to a lovely conversation I had with the designer herself, Amy Wismar, at the ENK Children’s Club shows in NYC last spring), there is a nice stretch with every dance move your little fashionista makes. Gone, are the days of  “crunchy” plastic, typical of your everyday, run of the mill rain coat.

Extra bonus points for looking so incredibly chic in the midst of the grey skies, says LD.

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And while we’re “Singin’ in the Rain” – we would love to share a chorus or two with all of you!

*****STYLIN’ GIVEAWAY*****

Our friends at Oil & Water Rainwear is giving away one of three Raincoats of your choice, featured here on babyStylista, to one lucky stylin’ winner!  SAY WHAT?? Stay tuned for our follow up posts with more fabulous styles from Oil & Water Rainwear coming up in the next two weeks!

To enter for the chance to win, simply fill out the form below!  For further contest rules, refer to the Terms and Conditions within the Rafflecopter. Open to USA and Canada.

Contest closes August 24th 2014 – at 11:59PM! The winner will be revealed August 25th, 2014! If you have an Instagram account, check us out at @babystylista for more ways to enter (Bonus points!).

a Rafflecopter giveaway

"City Coat" Oil & Water Rainwear www.BABYSTYLISTA.com

~~ Outfit ~~

City Coat ~ Oil & Water Rainwear

My Little White Tee ~ Joe Fresh Kids

White Velvet Tuxedo Pants ~ baby Gap

 Yellow Wellies ~ Hunter Boots for Kids

Everyone deserves their very own yellow raincoat,

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Deb Balino is the voice behind Sass & Smalls, host of the newly launched Podcast - Sass & Small Talk, and a mom of two - an artistic and quirky 11-year-old, and an outspoken, homewrecking, retro music loving, 4-year-old. A décor and style enthusiast, as well as a home systems hack creator, with a mildly concerning obsession of all things "bin-worthy", Deb enjoys sharing products, experiences, progressive ideas, and simple shifts in mindset that has helped her family navigate the beautiful chaos of parenting. Deb is also a homeschool teacher, partially by choice, partially pandemic-inspired, while advocating and caring for her parents as an active member of the Sandwich Generation. With vulnerability, and a dash of humour - she shares the reality of her world, all while keeping things as sassy as they once were before the drool, meltdowns, and potty mishaps entered the picture.

Her creative ideas, lengthy storytelling, and everyday musings have been featured on Huffington Post, Yahoo Style, BBC News, and YMC.CA

Comments

  1. Paula H says

    August 8, 2014 at 3:34 pm

    I just love her! She is sooooo cute and stylish! I have 3 boys and while I like sprucing my little guy up, it must be much more fun with a little girl! The rain coat is so retro and gorgeous! I love the white and yellow!
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    • babystylista says

      August 9, 2014 at 8:36 pm

      Awww thanks Paula! This little one loves to dress up when she’s not busy playing in puddles. Ha! I bet she would have a lot of fun playing with your boys. This coat definitely has a retro feel to it! I love the yellow accents too.
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  2. Jenn says

    August 8, 2014 at 5:22 pm

    What a gorgeous raincoat! My kids favourite thing to do in the rain is catch rain drops in their mouth! lol
    Reply
    • babystylista says

      August 9, 2014 at 8:37 pm

      That’s adorable Jenn!
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  3. Florence Cochrane says

    August 9, 2014 at 7:34 am

    Liked Babystylista and Oilandwaterrainwear on FB and Instagram. My granddaughter loves to play in the rain puddles. @fossie55
    Reply
  4. Suzanne G says

    August 9, 2014 at 9:40 am

    I liked you on Instagram and Oil and Water on FB. Kids favourite activity was going barefoot and splashing in puddles on driveway.
    Reply
    • babystylista says

      August 9, 2014 at 8:37 pm

      Barefoot is the best! 🙂 Good luck!
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  5. kathy downey says

    August 9, 2014 at 10:18 am

    Cute and stylish,love it.liked in facebook but I do not have Instagram….she loves to catch the rain drops on her tongue
    Reply
    • babystylista says

      August 9, 2014 at 8:40 pm

      So cute! Good luck!
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  6. michelle hebert says

    August 9, 2014 at 12:34 pm

    like all on facebook and instagram
    Reply
    • babystylista says

      August 9, 2014 at 8:41 pm

      Good luck!
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  7. Diane says

    August 9, 2014 at 1:55 pm

    Very cool looking , will at getting one
    Reply
    • babystylista says

      August 9, 2014 at 8:41 pm

      Yay! You’ll love it!
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  8. Anne Taylor says

    August 9, 2014 at 3:55 pm

    My grandkids love splashing in puddles!

    I Like you both on fb as Anne Taylor or annectaylor1

    I follow you both on instagram as http://instagram.com/greeeneyedwhwom

    thanks

    Reply
    • babystylista says

      August 9, 2014 at 8:43 pm

      Love puddles myself! Good luck!
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  9. Robyn Bellefleur says

    August 10, 2014 at 5:09 am

    My daughter loves to splash in puddles when it's raining. I follow both on facebook, but i don't have an instagram account. 🙁
    Reply
  10. krystyl olson says

    August 9, 2014 at 10:51 pm

    I have liked @Babystylista and @OilandwaterRainwear on Facebook…we love puddle hunting… then puddle jumping … THEN exploring puddles with diffrent containers and splashing around
    Reply
  11. Jennifer P. says

    August 10, 2014 at 12:24 am

    I liked both on Facebook, but I don’t have an instagram account. My oldest likes to read a book or watch a movie when it’s raining outside, but my youngest likes to get right out there in the rain and STOMP (hard!) in the puddles – she is a total puddle lover!! We had a big rain storm this summer, and out she went, stomping around in her flip flops! 🙂
    Reply
  12. Andrea Amy says

    August 10, 2014 at 11:58 am

    I have liked both on Facebook (Andrea Amy) and on instagram (andrea_hockeygirl).

    my kids LOVE LOVE LOVE to count worms and splash in puddles, not necessarily in that order 🙂 Thanks for the chance!

    Reply
  13. JP Therriault says

    August 11, 2014 at 12:16 am

    I don't have an instagram account, but have liked on facebook. My LO's favourite activity in the rain? Jumping up and down in muddy puddles of course!
    Reply
  14. lisa bolduc says

    August 10, 2014 at 6:47 pm

    I follow both of you on facebook and twitter. I love splashing the puddles with my son, and I don’t like stepping on worms so I have to watch where I go
    Reply
  15. ViviAn Sluys says

    August 11, 2014 at 4:36 am

    following both instagram accounts (name @vhsys). My kids love puddle jumping but also dancing around in downpours. A couple years ago my kids bought me boots so I could join them in the puddles!
    Reply
  16. ViviAn Sluys says

    August 11, 2014 at 4:36 am

    oh and m youngest thinks she should sit in puddles!
    Reply
  17. Kerrie @ Family Food and Travel says

    August 11, 2014 at 6:51 am

    Absolutely LOVE that jacket and boot combination. If I looked that good when it rained I wouldn’t mind the rain so much!
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  18. Randa @ TBK says

    August 11, 2014 at 7:31 am

    I have the Hunter boots, now I just need a matching raincoat and umbrella 🙂
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  19. Anne Stewart says

    August 11, 2014 at 2:59 pm

    I liked both pages on facebook! My little one loves to splash in puddles!
    Reply
  20. Anne Stewart says

    August 11, 2014 at 3:00 pm

    I also liked both pages on instagram 🙂
    Reply
  21. Bonnie Way says

    August 11, 2014 at 10:39 am

    She is GORGEOUS, as usual! And you’re totally right about the weather around here. 🙂 When it rains, mine like jumping in puddles and getting out their umbrellas. They’d totally love these rain coats! (So yes, I’ve followed you both on FB.)
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  22. Pam says

    August 11, 2014 at 3:25 pm

    I like both on facebook but do not have an instagram account.
    fave thing is walking the dogs through the puddles.
    Reply
  23. Nola P. says

    August 12, 2014 at 7:23 am

    Liked on Facebook and Instagram 🙂 My sweet LG loves to jump in puddles. And I have to admit, I do it with her!
    Reply
  24. Rochel S says

    August 12, 2014 at 9:55 am

    I like both on facebook. My kids love splashing in the puddles!
    Reply
  25. Sara Lindsay says

    August 12, 2014 at 10:05 am

    Love this yellow coat!
    Reply
  26. Erin W says

    August 12, 2014 at 9:09 pm

    I follow both of you on FB and IG. My daughter loves jumping in puddles in the rain!
    Reply
  27. Shannon Faith says

    August 12, 2014 at 10:18 pm

    I like both pages on facebook and my daughter’s favorite rainy day activity (by far) is puddle jumping. She is such an outdoorsy girl that it doesn’t matter if its raining, she wants to be outside! haha
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  28. Michelle says

    August 13, 2014 at 5:37 am

    I liked both pages and puddle-jumping would be her favourite rainy day activity.
    Reply
  29. Carmen Merghart says

    August 13, 2014 at 10:01 pm

    Liked all the pages my kids love to ride their bikes and go too the zoo
    Reply
  30. Cassie Hayes says

    August 13, 2014 at 7:13 pm

    Follow both on Facebook. Don’t have Instagram. We love going outside and feel the rain sprinkling on our hands. We spin around and wave our hands to feel it.
    Reply
  31. Kris Ewald says

    August 15, 2014 at 6:05 am

    Liked on fb and My kids love to play outside and with animals
    Reply
  32. Suzie M says

    August 16, 2014 at 5:20 pm

    I l follow @babystylista & Oil & water on Instagram suzquiz m
    I like both on FB Suzie Magee
    & my little girls love jumping in puddles
    Reply
  33. tennille says

    August 16, 2014 at 9:24 pm

    Liked you both on FB, don’t use Instagram. We love to splash around in puddles when it rains. We sit out on the back stoop if there is lightning as all
    Reply
  34. Juliee Fitze says

    August 17, 2014 at 7:05 am

    Liked on FB and instagram. She likes to jump in the puddles.
    Reply
  35. Nicole M says

    August 17, 2014 at 12:30 pm

    I have liked both pages on Facebook. I do not have instagram. My little girl loves to jump in the puddles.
    Reply
  36. holly o'gorman says

    August 17, 2014 at 3:15 pm

    I have liked both:

    @Babystylista @OilandwaterRainwear on Facebook (holly o’gorman) and Instagram (hogorman84)

    Reply
  37. holly o'gorman says

    August 17, 2014 at 3:16 pm

    My daughters favorite thing to do on a rainy day is puddle stomp!
    Reply
  38. Viktoria Kontra says

    August 17, 2014 at 4:42 pm

    I have liked both @Babystylista and @OilandwaterRainwear on Facebook. My 5 year old loves jumping in puddles and just walking around in the rain.
    Reply
  39. Jennifer Pikor says

    August 21, 2014 at 7:46 pm

    Love this contest. Absolutely adorable raincoat and outfit. My 3 year old loves to splash in the rain puddles but hates it when her legs get wet so we have to keep her in tall boots and a long raincoat. 😉
    Reply
  40. Teresa Thompson says

    August 23, 2014 at 4:10 pm

    Followed all. instagram.com/superneena, fb Teresa Thompson.
    They love playing in the rain.
    Reply
  41. kimm coleman says

    August 23, 2014 at 8:33 pm

    Love this raincoat! This would be perfect when jumping in the puddles!
    Reply
  42. kimm coleman says

    August 23, 2014 at 8:34 pm

    liked on facebook! No instagram!
    Reply
  43. Cristina Martinez says

    August 24, 2014 at 2:17 pm

    I have liked both! My little loves to “jump in muddy puddles” like peppa pig!
    Reply
  44. amanda whitley says

    August 24, 2014 at 6:40 pm

    i liked both pages on instagram and fb – achadwick22 on instagram
    Reply

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The PREMIERE episode is now LIVE on a 📺 near yo The PREMIERE episode is now LIVE on a 📺 near you!

SASS & SMALL TALK “Reclaiming the Joy of Parenthood, Beyond Burnout” is NOW STREAMING on @TELUS OptikTV, Ch. 9, Stream+, and @storyhive. 

“Join Deb and local lifestyle creator and entrepreneur, Natasha Mills of @mommamillsblog. Natasha reveals her bold shift from a successful corporate career to building a personal brand from home, striving for family balance while advocating for her community in Victoria, BC. Will this new path bring the joy she seeks, or will it come with its own set of challenges and #burnout? Tune in for an inspiring discussion on making a #careerpivot, finding purpose, and evolving as a recovering high achiever.”

Recorded & Produced @haus.of.owl @nikkye_music @jakerfilms @eric.thebald @remy.is.remy @hoelune 

@sassandsmalltalkpodcast is made possible with the support from TELUS STORYHIVE, and is available for free on
TELUS Optik TV, CH.9, and Stream+

#watchlocal #SassAndSmallTalk #ParenthoodUnfiltered #MomBurnout  #ParentingPodcast #StoryHive #VictoriaBC #MentalWellnessMatters #twinmom #momprenuer #burnoutrecovery #twinfamily
Calling in the troops. 🫠🔥 Because burnout is Calling in the troops. 🫠🔥
Because burnout is real—and so is the comeback.

Meet the incredible guests of the debut Season on TELUS StoryHive of “Sass & Small Talk: Reclaiming the Joy of Parenthood Beyond Burnout” 🎙️

After years of #caregiving, #homeschooling, and navigating life in a #neurodivergent family… I hit a wall. 

Hello, #Burnout. 👋 

But thanks to @telus and the @storyhive Video Podcast Program, I sat down with fellow parents, experts, and some of the most resilient humans right here in Victoria, BC to have the conversations we ALL need.

Together, we talk burnout, grief, the mental load of parenting, partnership, career pivots, and what it really takes to reclaim joy and purpose in the thick of #parenting and caregiving. 

Made in the community. For the community. 

📍Filmed at: @hausofowl
🎤 Featuring:
@mommamillsblog @nevaehjade.beautywellness @glowjar_ 
@truedad.community 
@minimaggie 
@sacred_advantage 
@sarjo08 
@scarletjaxen

Episodes 1 & 2 NOW streaming on TELUS OptikTV Ch. 9, Stream+, Storyhive YouTube. One episode drop every Tuesday until May 20th. 

This is for the #caregivers. The #sandwichgen. #Parents rebuilding from burnout with community, courage, and a whole lotta sass. 💬

#CallingInTheTroops
#SassAndSmallTalk #ParenthoodUnfiltered #CaregiverBurnout #NeurodivergentFamily #MomBurnout #ReclaimYourJoy #ParentingPodcast #StoryHive #VictoriaBC #MentalWellnessMatters 
#watchLocalTV
AUTISTIC BURNOUT :: Did you know there was such a AUTISTIC BURNOUT :: Did you know there was such a thing?

Me Neither! 

But it sure helped me understand my #neurdodivergent not-so-baby teen daughter who has been in #burnout mode for years. Gaining understanding of this aspect of burnout helps us find ways to cope when it creeps up on us as parents - and especially for our children. 

Here’s a #behindthescenes look of my talk on @sassandsmalltalkpodcast filmed at the amazing creative studios of @haus.of.owl with @kkayjudas at @sacred_advantage. She is our wonderful guest and a dear friend (and incredible advocate for my daughter specifically), who shares insight and personal experience on #autisticburnout in this raw and honest interview about how she navigated (continues to navigate) life on the spectrum especially during burnout. I may or may not have shed a tear… or 10… 🤷🏻‍♀️

Tune in on @telus OptikTV Channel 9, stream+ on MAY 6th, and @storyhive YouTube on May 27th  to watch this compelling episode. 

And giving extra love to my beautiful and talented daughter who fine tuned the edit of this video! How blessed am I to be the mama of this creative young lady. Now gimme my phone back!!! 🤨

Have you or a loved one experienced Autistic Burnout?
Behind every #sandwichgeneration #entrepreneural # Behind every #sandwichgeneration #entrepreneural #homeschool #mom with #ADHD and #spicy kids, is: 
• a floor filled with painful-to-step-on toys and crafts
• Sniffly kiddos every few weeks 
• nothing crossed off her to-do list
• hundreds of unanswered texts/emails
• and a #mentalload sometimes too overwhelming to carry 

But unlike all the other gloomy seasons I’ve experienced this tough season, I have never felt such peace. 

WHY: 

• I have been walking through my #faithjourney with George and it’s been giving me a different outlook on everything life has thrown our way. My sistas in faith have kept us afloat this tough season @esther.driver @caarly.xo @lishgarv @nicoleacaldwell 

• I have been intentional on fixing my #guthealth, #cortisollevels, and #cognitivefunction with my daily #HJ #happy blend drink, and it has done wonders to my #mentalwellness  and overall health. <DM me for more info on this game changer drink>.

• I’ve been learning to just live in the moment and not be so caught up with doing EVERYTHING all at once. 

• I’m surrounding myself (albeit virtually and in spirit) with some of my chosen fam who probably get the most neglect of all, but still give me grace while I clumsily navigate this crazy season @nengineermom @rahannavu  @iamharpsra 
@m_stiggity 
@jenny_p1987  @westislanddesigns @kkayjudas @teacuphuman09 @i_am_miss_jen @swanny80 @trishita_namagita 

• Even though my business relies heavily on my #online presence, I’m giving myself grace for fully immersing myself in the needs of my family this last month I’ve been MIA. I know I can pick up where I left off, and lean on my mentors & biz sistas to pull me out of the seasonal funk @caitoaks @mommamillsblog, @happybalancemama @sweetmamalifedaily, and get back on track. 

Busy, overwhelmed mama… I see you. This is just a season. Do what you need to do, especially for you and your loved ones. Everything will still be there ready for you to “tackle” when you’re ready. 

And what losing two loved ones these last couple weeks has taught me - we’re only here temporarily. Spend your time earthside doing what you love, and loving who you love. @gjavier5 ❤️
No amount of “juice” can lessen the exposure t No amount of “juice” can lessen the exposure to elementary school winter bugs, but it sure came in handy when we need it IN & OUT of our household. 

Especially since I have elderly under my care. 

It skipped George and I entirely - but it definitely hit our two little ones, as bugs do. 

After a nice, tall glass of kid’s #HJ (mixed with some mango edge+ for my bigger and pickier smallie) - along with a nice snuggly nap - the symptoms were way less vicious than previous colds, and gone by the time I blended them their dose the next morning. 

It’s not some miracle drink with empty promises - it’s just ALL the good stuff in a glass. 

DM me if you want a sip for yourself or your sniffly kiddos. I’m telling you, our overall health and wellness as a family, has improved, since focusing on our #guthealth.

There is no price too high to pay for overall #wellness.

#happyblend #amare #fluseason
Impromptu check-in with my girl, Nicole from @happ Impromptu check-in with my girl, Nicole from @happybalancemama talking about all things #Amare. The reality behind #burnout,  #mentalwellness, finding our way through the everyday challenges and #mentalload of #motherhood, and how both of our lives have SHIFTED dramatically since starting our journey with fixing our #guthealth. 

#happyblend #juice #GBX #gutbrainconnection #gutbrainaxis #gutbrainhealth #gutbrain #motherhood #overwhelm
C O R T I S O L :: If you’re anything like me, y C O R T I S O L :: If you’re anything like me, you’ve tried to amp up in overall wellness - doing ALL the things…  and nothing worked 🪀🪀🪀🪀🪀 

ME THEN:(4.5 mnths + 4 decades ago)

• Cortisol levels out of control 
• Made self-sabotaging choices 
 • giving into sugar cravings
 • staying up all night doom 
  scrolling & researching 
  how to “fix” my life/kids/home 
  leading to #burnout
• Poor time management
• Emotionally charged and reactive due to poor quality sleep 

• What REALLY needed the most help - was my GUT. <ENTER #HJ #Amare #cortisolcontrol>

ME NOW: 

• Boost in: mood, motivation, metabolism, energy
• reduced bloating and inflammation
• Cravings gone, due to regulated blood sugar
• #cortisol #puffyface gone
• Better quality and DEEPER sleep
• Balanced hormones
• Improved cognitive function and no brain fog

** ADDED BONUS: A more organized home 
** DOUBLE ADDED BONUS: I’m the best mom I have ever been for my kiddos: ⬇️ reactive, ⬆️stress resilience

✨✨What I’m doing 👇🏼✨✨

• I mixed these two (or three) very simple supplements (EASY for my busy brain)
• First Supplement: Mood/Motivation/Metabolism - decreased bloating 
• Second supplement: Balanced hormones & mental wellness, improved skin, deeper sleep

2025 - I’m here for ya. BRING. IT. ON.

Comment CORTISOL OR just DM me, and I’ll send you more info and a link! 🥳
LIVE:: Sass & Small Chats with my girl Nicole @hap LIVE:: Sass & Small Chats with my girl Nicole @happybalancemama, before Mama Duty calls!  Chatting all things “Happy Blend”. We’ll do another spontaneous Live 2.0 when it’s not so nice outside!! For now - here’s a little bit of my personal experience with the Happy Blend  and how it’s made major shifts in mine and my family’s lives.  #30DayMentalwellnesschallenge
G R I N C H :: Just over here dreaming of a #green G R I N C H :: Just over here dreaming of a #greenChristmas when the kids and I had more time, energy, and gumption to do community deliveries to our local heroes. 

Since the #Pandemic, this little tradition of ours have stopped but our gratitude remains. @saanichpolice @saanichfiredepartment, Victoria Fertility Clinic, Sherwood Dental, and some of our buds who held our hands through our #grief and #fertility journey. 

Sigh. Was fun while it lasted. 

Thank you @dee_monster_girl @adammessana  @fiendwithoutaface87 for the inspo.

#throwback #grinch #Christmas
#NationalFamilyCaregiversMonth #november P I N K #NationalFamilyCaregiversMonth #november 

P I N K :: I recently learned that flamingos lose their pink when caring for others (notably, mom flamingos) —and I felt that deeply this past year. When my sweet elderly Mama had an unfortunate fall, resulting in emergency surgery, an extended hospital stay, and complete dependence on full time care, I was torn between moving in and being there for her full-time, caring for my sick kids and husband, homeschooling, and managing my business. 

I lost my pink.

Everything else—work, plans, even my son’s birthday—had to wait. Our home was a mess, appointments were missed, mistakes were made, friendships were tested, and the mental load was heavy. But nothing compared to watching my once strong Mama feel powerless as she leaned into the support she needed but once resisted.

My Mom lost her pink. 

It was a season of sacrifice, but now returning the equipment, that helped with her recovery, is a moment I’ll never forget.  I can now see from a clear lens, that working together as a family (my own family, my brother’s, my parents), we made it through, with the power of faith, a supportive community and amazing and understanding friends, love, and especially prayer.

It feels so good to stand back and see the full picture. And best of all… 

Both my Mama and I got our pink back.

@redcrosscanada 

#Caregiving #FamilyFirst #Gratitude #FlamingoFeels #FaithAndFamily
M A G G I E :: 🎉 Some #BTS #onthepod @sassandsm M A G G I E :: 🎉 Some #BTS #onthepod @sassandsmalltalkpodcast with my long lost twin and the hilariously brilliant MAGGIE of @thecatmompodcast ! We’re diving deep into life with a #SpicyBrain 🧠, talking all things #ADHD, and how she’s been navigating motherhood, chaos, and #burnout like the absolute rockstar she is. 💥

🎂 Oh, and did I mention it’s her #BIRTHDAY today?! 🎈 Be sure to give @minimaggie ALL the love in the comments! 🥳👇🏻

This episode, filmed at @haus.of.owl, is packed with so much relatable insight (and laughter... SO. MUCH. LAUGHTER 😂). Catch it #comingsoon #2025 on @TELUS OptikTV @storyhive! You won’t want to miss this one. 💬🎙️

Life just got a little more interesting @gjavier5 @ianshockeycards. Our apologies in advance… #doubletrouble 👭🏻
MY. FAM. IS. THRIVING. That is all. DM (and Fo MY. FAM. IS. THRIVING. 

That is all. 

DM (and Follow me) for deets on this amazing EASY 30sec Wellness supplement (and other #Amare Go-tos) that has elevated this family from shaking things up in the gut (bye 💩 probs), to clearing things up in the 🧠 (Wait - they actually WANT to learn? 🤯) … NOTHING ELSE has worked THIS GOOD for this family of Neuro-Ds. 

It’s not just some magic fix. 
It’s au naturale. Backed by science.
It’s #guthealth.
It’s #cognitivefunction.
Down to the cellular level.

✨ Sidenote: “Thriving” doesn’t mean, perfect, always happy, or that everyone is ALWAYS on the same page. 

That would just be weird. 

It means: 
• our target areas of concern (individually) are being addressed. 
• less chaos, more peace. 
• less reactive, less defensive
• more motivation, less resistance

We’re all collectively on our way to overall physical and mental wellness. 

And the best part is - all the kids care about is that it tastes darrrrrrrrn good. 

So what are you waiting for?
C O N N E C T I O N :: Now that George and I are b C O N N E C T I O N :: Now that George and I are both focusing on our COLLECTIVE #cortisolbalance - both our relationship and our kids benefit from these changes: 

• no longer reactive (to each other/kids)
• more playful with the kids, no longer irritable 
• have the #mentalclarity to pause and let each other have a say
• more well-rested - due to resisting #sleeprevenge (guys, I actually WANT to sleep now!! WHAT!??) 
• less overwhelm by everyday stressors
• tackle to-dos faster, together - procrastination completely not our thing anymore

** And the best and most shocking of them all… I am no longer impulsive with needless, emotional-spending, and that alone is a 🎁 for George! 

So many men and women in our age group are struggling like we were, only a few months ago.

This healthy cortisol mocktail is a daily favorite, takes 30 seconds to make, and is filled with adaptogens and healthy ingredients!

Comment CORTISOL and I’ll send you what we’ve been using to get to the bottom of our cortisol issues. WITH a $10 discount + 10% savings. 

✨ follow me for more simple tips for cortisol, weight, sleep, and stress for mamas and our partners too!

✨ Make sure you are following me to get the DM!

P. S. my husband prioritizes my daily intake as much as his own because we both know - “Happy wifey, easier Lifey” 😂☺️
P A R T N E R S H I P :: Our live discussion with P A R T N E R S H I P :: Our live discussion with Graham Meckling, Author, Coach, Educator, Community builder - as he launches his amazing and groundbreaking Online community at @truedad.community.

With focus on building the foundation as a team/partnership/family even PRIOR to becoming one, and how it’s a complete Gamechanger when faced with the reality of parenting in the coming years. 

Be sure to share this with any new parents-to-be who might need this resource - a sibling, a friend, a coworker, a distant cousin who you only seem to know on IG - we all know someone who might feel a little lost as they navigate this new chapter in their lives. This is not your everyday community - so grab a spot and find the community you never really know you needed! 

Seasoned parents - Graham’s book “Babies Don’t talk” has wonderful insights that are just as applicable to any stage of parenting as it is for the new parent - so GRAB YOUR COPY! I did and George and I ate it right up!
Found her. • • And right behind this once #b Found her. 
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And right behind this once #burntout #Mama, finding her way back into her element again, sass-inclusive, are these #behindthescenes (behind the camera/desk/computer/headphones) MIRACLE WORKERS at @hausofowl. I have so much love for you guys. Thank you. 

@nikkye_music 
@hoelune 
@remy.is.remy 
@jakerfilms 

Not seen here but will pop up here and there as I catch them in action 🤞🏼 hint hint): @laaain_music @eric.thebald 

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And none of this would’ve even been a thang if it weren’t for the Video Podcast Grant Program with @telus @storyhive. Life changing is an understatement. Thank you @made.by.donny & @thereallindakee for encouraging your girl to take the plunge with @sassandsmalltalkpodcast 

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And the energy and gumption to keep me resilient, and in tip top shape to host my own show, and lead my own project - kudos to my girl @mommamillsblog who introduced me to the very #cortisoldrink I needed to amp up. And @caitoaks who also reminds me I got this. My gut and brain thank you both. #bestteamever

And my love, @gjavier5 - I’m doing this not just for me but for us and our little peeps. Thank you for leading the cheering squad and “assisting”
me when I need it most. Hope to make you guys proud. ❤️ 

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Moral of the story, in getting that dang SASS back: 
✨ Take Risks
✨ Get your gut health in check 🥤
✨ Find your peeps 
✨ Tell them how awesome they are

DM me, watch my stories, click on my bio links if you want in on any of this good stuff! 🥤 + 🎙️ + 💰📺

✨Be sure to give a little ❤️ to my 13 year old Smallie who helped me level up with this reel with her magic touch. #ASD #autism #thisishomeschool #homeschooler #mygirl #techgirl #daughter
I’m 1/2 a century, baby. #HappyBirthday to me, i I’m 1/2 a century, baby. #HappyBirthday to me, indeed.
#thisisme

And life just got a little sweeter. 

It’s not some secret recipe, or some overcomplicated skin regimen. 

It’s #faith
Motivation
The want
The humility to accept help
The unconditional love from family
Learning to say no to the wrong, and yes to the right. 

I took a chance on ME a few months ago, and since then, have seen a shift in myself.

I dreaded this #milestonebirthday for the last 10 years. I dreaded ESPECIALLY, being transparent to ANYONE… even my own kids. 

But it dawned on me. 

(With the help of my fellow #hypewoman gals that gave me the gentle nudge to OWN my age, not hide it) @sweetmamalifedaily  @nengineermom @mommamillsblog  @caitoaks  @lilkeez @iamharpsra  @rahannavu @mstiggity

Why hide it? 
What am I scared of? 

I DID IT!

I hit 1/2 a century, I survived 9 brutal pregnancy losses, and held one of them in my arms. I looked death in the eye, and through prayer and community - I came out of it alive and kicking. AND thriving.

It wasn’t my time. I still have work to do here. 

But even with these life altering moments in my life, I STILL:
• made bad health choices
• stretched myself to max capacity
• said YES to things that stifled my growth.
• said NO to hard things that meant growth
• lived in debilitating fear, daily
• allowed my #adhd to paralyze, not enhance my life
• had horrible boundaries… correction… I had no boundaries 

It took 50 years, (3 months ago, to be exact), but I found exactly what I needed: 
• A deeper connection with God
• Gratitude
• A go-to, easy #cortisol #drink that balances out those darn hormones, and targets my #Mentalwellness #HJ 
• Forgiveness and freedom from past hurts 
• An awesome studio to do my craft @haus.of.owl
• A killer program that funds said craft @Telus @storyhive 
• A loving approach #wifey, #specialneeds Mama & #caregiver Daughter
• Self Compassion
• And the GUMPTION to follow (FIX) my Gut. 

Thank you to those who remembered when I chose to forget, that turning 50 is a blessing, not a curse. 

DM me or comment 50 if you want in on this big secret.
✨ I N S I D E * O U T ✨ :: If you wanna see ho ✨ I N S I D E * O U T ✨ :: If you wanna see how HAPPY J blend has made a difference for me, and coincidentally - the family - take a look at our Behind the scenes of this year’s Inside Out FAM-O-WEEN —an honest, messy, and very real snapshot of our year. 2024 was a DOOZY. 

From frustration, to resistance, to acceptance, to finding Joy again (with a DAILY DOSE of HAPPY J and a whoooooole lotta Jesus) - each character felt like a reflection of this year’s whirlwind of emotions. It’s been a time of big decisions, finding our footing, embracing transitions, more sleepless nights,  a diagnosis we’ve been waiting a decade for, falls, accidents, sickness - the whole shebang of emotions. 

And then #anxiety reared its ugly head.  In full force. 

But, alongside family and close friends, Faith, and some yummy sips of a healthy supplement, carried us through. 

In a year that stretched us to our limits, this shoot felt like the perfect way to honour all the “inside out” moments we’ve faced. So here’s to the messy, the joyful, and even the challenging times that shape who we are. From deep #burnout and anxiety to discovering our faith and mental wellness, I’m stepping into the next chapter with a full heart and maybe a few more laughs (even if I’m a year older 😉).

Here’s to growth, gratitude, and whatever’s next. #FamOWeen2024 #InsideOutLife #EmotionalYear #insideout #FindingJoy #Milestonebirthday
#NewChapter #amare #happyblend #hj #happyjuice

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