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Love this. Definitely doing this with my girls this year. Canada Post is offering free delivery of letters and parcels to deployed troops from their family and friends during the 2020 holiday season. Don’t know anyone in particular? You can send a greeting card or letter to ANY Canadian Armed Forced member, but you do need a stamp.... Simply mail a STAMPED letter or card to: Any Canadian Armed Forces Member PO Box 5004 Stn Forces Belleville, ON K8N 5W6 These envelopes may only contain correspondence. No other items can be mailed to the "any CAF member" address. Thank you CAF members for all you do. Stay Safe and we hope you have Happy Holidays where ever you are!

Sponsored Post One of our highly recommended NOM Mompreneurs Michelle Cormier at Sleep EZzz Consulting - Certified Sleep Consultant has recently released "Sleep Training On A Budget" Guide and I would love to help spread the word! Michelle created this guide with parents budget’s in mind, specifically in relation to COVID and before the holidays! We understand the financial stress that parenthood can create but especially now with COVID-19 taking financial stability away fr...om so many families. Not only did Sleep EZzz create this guide with budgets in mind, she also understands many parents are at home trying to juggle parenting, chores, working from home and homeschooling this year. Having your child on a predictable schedule and getting a good night of rest is essential to everyone during such a time of uncertainty and stress. This guide is created for ages 4 months to 2.5 years and has all the information needed to encourage positive relationships with sleep for your child/children. The Guide is $40CAD (Taxes included) Your financial status should not determine if you qualify to be a rested parent! https://www.sleepe-zzzconsulting.com/sleep-training-on-a-bu Know any sleep deprived parents? If so, please share this with them! They'll be glad you did.

Updates to the mask wearing requirements for students that are now in the orange phase.

Important updates that was mailed out tonight. Changes in Directives for Early Learning and Childcare Facilities and Schools... http://web1.nbed.nb.ca//COVID-19/ORANGE%20LEVEL%20FINAL.pdf

Believe it or not, kindergarten enrollment is happening next week for children who will turn five by December 31, 2021 and who start school in September 2021. If you're wondering what school you are zoned for, or where your child's bus stop will be? You can enter you address and it'll give you those details along with pick up and drop off times. https://asdsbp.nbed.nb.ca/TransportationEligibility There are a few things you need to bring with you: ... - Your child's birth certificate - Immunization records - Medicare Card. You'll also receive an appointment to do the EYE - DA test, which isn't an eye test like I originally thought it stands for The Early Years Developmental Assessment (EYE-DA) Explained here: https://thelearningbar.com/early-years-evaluation-kinderga/ It's not as confusing as it sounds, the schools have a great process in place to get the little ones ready for kindergarten. More registration info: https://secure1.nbed.nb.ca//AS/news/Lists/Posts/Post.aspx

October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss awareness month. All over the world people will gather on October 15th at 7pm to light candles for the baby's who gained their wings too soon. It is also to bring awareness to the conversation of loss, which 1 in 4 women will experience at least once in their life. This is a time to show mothers and fathers that they are not alone in their grief. While there is no set location for Saint John, however, if you are looking for in person support I recommend you reach out to your local Pregnancy Resource Centre. The Pregnancy Resource Center of Saint John, Pregnancy & Wellness Centre of Moncton.

In 2020, World Teachers’ Day celebrates teachers with the theme Teachers: Leading in crisis, reimagining the future. We are so lucky in this province and I'm thankful our kids have had the opportunity able to return to school. Teachers are doing an amazing job this year balancing the education requirements, and extra challenges Covid brought on, while still having a fun, safe learning environment for our children. My children are thankful and so am I.... Happy World Teacher Day, we appreciate you every single day! THANK YOU TEACHERS!,

Want to save some $ on your Halloween costumes this year? Now that the we have been given the green light for Halloween, it's time for our 4th annual Halloween Costume Swap & Shop. Jump on over to the NOM group to see lots of amazing Halloween Costumes at a fraction of the regular retail price. Everything from beautiful little butterflies and ladybugs, Ironman and even a sumo wrestler outfit!... https://www.facebook.com/groups/NetworkofMoms

Halloween is a go this year as long as we are still in the yellow phase They may look different this year, but with some planning we can still enjoy these special occasions safely, said Dr. Jennifer Russell, chief medical officer of health. Those planning to participate in Halloween activities should keep cleanliness in mind. People who are handing out treats should sanitize their hands between visitors, keep high-touch areas such as door handles and railings clean an...d consider offering non-food treats like stickers or coloured pencils. Trick-or-treaters should wash their hands before heading out and upon returning home. Full News Release: https://www2.gnb.ca//en/news/news_release.2020.10.0501.html

Talk With Me will soon be hosting an infant massage workshop in Saint John for infants to 8 months. Poster says time yet to be determined but you can call to register.

Did you travel our beautiful province of New Brunswick this summer or early fall? If so, you can now submit your eligible receipts for a 20% rebate on a maximum of $1,000 of eligible expenses. Apply here https://www2.gnb.ca//tourism/content/incentive-program.html

October 18-24 is Foster Family Appreciation Week! Have you thought about becoming a foster family? There is an ongoing need for foster families in all areas of the province. Foster families can positively change the lives of the children in their care, and these relationships can last a lifetime. Fostering can be one of life’s most rewarding experiences.... If you are interested in becoming a foster family, or would like more information, please visit the Social Development website (https://www2.gnb.ca//d/social_development/foster_care.html) or call 1-800-990-0119.

Just wanted to give a shout out to local small business Bikes and Beans in Quispamsis! Todays my oldest daughters birthday and I was looking to get her a new bike for her bday. I went to the usual places but there was zero customer service so I left without purchasing. I asked a friend where to go and she recommended Bikes & Beans. As soon as I walked in they were super helpful and we found the perfect bike for her! ... Thanks so much for your amazing service! Next time your looking for a bike for your kids or your self, skip the big box stores and head straight to Bikes & Beans.

Sponsored post Alison Dawn Voice & Music ANNOUNCING GROUP SINGING LESSONS! Do you have a young singer at home who'd like to try singing, learn more about their voice and be introduced to performing but aren't quite confident enough to do private lessons just yet? Small group singing classes will be the best place for them to start! ... Classes will be run just like voice lessons, with warm-ups, singing & breathing technique, all taught through age-appropriate games and activities, with fun repertoire! The term will culminate with a performance in the December studio concert! And don't worry, they will be following all COVID-19 guidelines to keep everyone happy and healthy! Contact Alison if you'd like to know more. The Grace Notes Class Ages 6-8 Wednesdays 5-5:45pm 11 week term $330 *Note a second section of this class may be offered on Thursdays if there is enough interest. Please reach out if this is you! The Treble Makers Class Ages 6-8 Thursday’s 6:30-7:15pm 11 week term $330 Visit https://www.alisondawnvoice.com/groupsinginglessons to register today! Space is limited, so don't wait! BABY, TODDLER & KINDER MUSIC CLASSES! Join with your little one for singing, movement, instruments, games and fun! These classes are a fantastic way to introduce your child to singing, exploring their voices, moving to match music, keeping a beat, using their imaginations and learning how to work together and adapt to a class routine. The improvements in your child's cognitive, motor, social, memory and recall skills will be amazing! There are strict COVID-19 protocols to keep everyone safe that will be released to participants. Kinder Music Class for ages 4-6 Mondays, 3:45-4:45pm beginning Oct. 5 $125 Toddler Music Class for ages 19m-3y & grown-ups Wednesdays, 10:30am-11:15am beginning Oct. 7 $115 WAITING LIST ONLY* Baby Music Class for ages 8m-18m & grown-ups Wednesdays, 11:30-12:15pm beginning Oct 7 $115 Visit www.alisondawnvoice.com/ecmusicclasses to learn more and register now! Space is even more limited than usual, to ensure physical distancing, so don't delay!

VOTE TODAY! Today is the day for you to cast your ballot in the NB Provincial Election. Not sure where to go or who the candidates in your riding are? Simple click the link below, enter your address and it’ll show you your polling station information as well as a list of candidates. ... Don’t let your vote go to waste. https://www1.gnb.ca//en/provstreet/provskinformation-e.asp

Where the heck do all the matching socks go?