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 everywhere are loving these wonderful custom bracelets in sterling silver, silver plated or rhodium. Spell out "mom" or "gramma", the names of your kids or grandkids, or their initials, and add some adorable symbol beads.Or why not order jewelry created specially for you - to match exisitng jewelry or clothes, lengthen, shorten... More »

Here at the urbanmoms.ca Marketplace, it's our mission to bring you stories of great Canadian mom-based businesses. This week, we're thrilled to bring you Erin & Michelle's story: Blue Melon Baby is a Canadian Mom Based Business, founded by Erin Palleschi & Michelle Bowler.  Our urban style company based out of the GTA caters to both the baby and toddler markets.  We began our business with our signature non-slip hair barrettes and adjustable hair ties and have expanded our product line to include funky retro-printed chenille blankets, soother holders and our newest product the "Sippy Saver"!  Frustrated with our kids... More »

Here at the urbanmoms.ca Marketplace, it's our mission to bring you stories of great Canadian mom-based businesses. This week, we're thrilled to bring you Holly's story: As a mother of two (a son and a daughter) I know how fleeting those special childhood moments can be, and how important it is to capture them so that they can be treasured for years to come. As a natural light on-location photographer (serving the Toronto area), I come to the client, whether it be their home, the local park or another location of their choosing. I want people to feel comfortable and... More »

Come for a Stroll Down Gingerbread Lane. My name is Tracey Ibrahim and I am the founder of Gingerbread Lane – a family spot in south Mississauga, Ontario. When my daughter was born, I often found myself looking for a venue that provided parenting friendship and connection. We would often visit places that were ideal for her needs but I found myself quietly wondering “who is thinking of me”. If I organized a coffee date with a friend at a local café, I was scrunching my daughter (stroller, diaper bag, etc) under a teensy café table and feeling that we... More »