We are officially in strange times. While we’re now required to be closer than ever to ourselves and our families, we are also more physically isolated than ever from each other. But that doesn’t mean we’re in this alone.

We‘ve got our village, and we’re here to make sure we all make it through this as best we can. So every week, we’ll share this special newsletter full of tips, information, resources and fun. Stay tuned on our Facebook pages and Managing the Motherload group to stay connected to each other. Let’s make sure the kids (and everyone else) are all right. We’re in it together! 

Sincerely, 

Claire

Parent S.O.S

To say this is a stressful or anxiety-inducing time is an understatement. The good thing is there are great resources to help manage these genuine feelings. Check out the below for tips you can put into practice today: 

• Managing Anxiety: A Guide

• Trusted info for COVID-19 Prevention and Risks Management from The Government of Canada

• You can’t go to the gym or get your steps in at the mall, so instead here’s a list of free apps to sneak in some exercise while you’re at home social-distancing

This One’s For the Kids 

March Break, Summer break and even family vacation never required this level of sustained togetherness! We are in unusual times. Extraordinary times call for exceptional measures. Check out these free resources to keep the kids busy (and out of your hair - for a bit anyway). 

• Life With A Baby Simcoe is doing a LEGO challenge! Follow along on their Instagram page for daily activities

• 20 days of fun curriculum from Scholastic Learn From Home 

• A Collection of Homeschooling Resources from Mommy Gearest

• TVO Kids has a great collection of age-appropriate shows and videos online and here’s a kid friendly video about viruses and hygiene

Just for Fun 

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