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Pickle Planet Podcast: How to donate breast milk in New Brunswick


Have you ever wondered how to donate breast milk from here in New Brunswick? Did you even know you can donate excess breast milk in Canada? There are several non-profit banks that accept donations of…

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Turning Anguish into Action: Tiffany Agnew and The Braedon Foundation


The Braedon Foundation, founded by Tiffany Agnew in honour of her son, Braedon, offers New Brunswick children with life-threatening or high-risk illnesses either a bedroom makeover or a shopping spree. “I just want to give them something fun and positive to focus on and give their parents a chance to see the kids just being kids. They’re given these diagnosis that are, you know, far beyond their years. They’re really forced to grow up so fast and it’s really hard,” she explains.

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Pickle Planet Podcast: What to Wear for Family Photos


‘Tis the season for family photos – and all the parental anxiety that can come with trying to coordinate the perfect outfits, location, and photographer! For some insider information on how to make the most…

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Pickle Planet Podcast: Lunch Tips for Picky Eaters


Back to school means back to lunches – and I don’t know about you, but we sure needed some motivation and inspiration to get on track with healthy snacks that the kids might actually eat!…

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What to do with the Kids this Weekend near Moncton (Sept 13-15)


Who’s superstitious? I think it’s safe to say that we’re liable to have better luck this weekend than last, no matter what the date is Friday! (Though maybe I shouldn’t mention that it’s also a…

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Grandparents taking active roles in raising local families


Science says babysitting is good for grandparents. A study of German senior citizens found those who helped out with little ones had a 37% lower mortality risk. Researchers believe that the physical and mental activity, as well as the sense of purpose, helps reduce stress.

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What to do for the Labour Day Long Weekend in Moncton (Aug 29-Sept 2)


Hard to believe it’s the Labour Day Long Weekend! We have lots of great events happening around the Greater Moncton Area to ring in September, so let’s begin! It’s the 20th annual Greater Moncton Pride…

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Family 1st: Young entrepreneurs create businesses to fund their dreams


Three young entrepreneurs share their stories – what prompted their desire to earn their own money, how they determined their business strengths, and their plans for growth.

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Family 1st: Creating connections in a new city


“I was four months pregnant and I didn’t know anyone. Most of the friends I made were through my spouse’s job, and everybody was nice, but I just didn’t have all the connections I was used to after living in Halifax for my whole life. I was craving that sense of community. What I found from putting myself out there is that most people aren’t from here. Fredericton has a lot of people who didn’t grow up here. We have posting season and new families moving here. Once I found that, I realized I’m not alone.”
Courtney Larkin, founder of Happy Hour Club and Luna Baby Pillow

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What to do with the Kids this Weekend in Moncton (Aug 22-25)


Woo hoo! Another weekend is here & it is SO filled with fun! Sidewalk chalk festival, Touchdown Atlantic, the end of CMA and the start of Pride and even more, so read on! (And remember,…

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