Sparkly dress or flannel PJs tonight? Either way, we’re cheering for you.

Promise: this is short, helpful, and links you to real-world support moms can actually use.

A true note from us

Since August, many of you completed our survey and told us what matters most: calmer mornings, gentler bedtimes, ADHD-friendly tools, and community that feels like a real safety net. We heard you. Starting in January, we’ll publish a fresh blog every Tuesday drawn directly from your feedback—short paragraphs, practical steps, and reliable resources.

You’ll see consistent supports for neurodivergent families, many family forms (kin, grandparents, single parents, blended homes), and a little humour to keep things human. When we mention safety or law, we link the right page. When we cite research, we choose ethical sources (.gov/.edu/hospital/non-profit). Your brain deserves trustworthy info.

We’ll keep this brief because you may be hunting for a last-minute bow or the TV remote. Here’s a mom-friendly cheat sheet to the resources you’ll often see in our posts—and how to use them fast.

Your quick-start resource guide (what they offer + how to use them)

211 Canada – One number to many doors.
What: A free, 24/7 helpline that connects you to local programs: food, housing, counselling, parenting groups, transport assistance, and more.
How to access: Call 2-1-1, text/chat on the website (211.ca).
How to use: Say your postal code and what you need (“childcare subsidy,” “grief group,” “youth sports fee help”). Ask for at least two options.

FCAC (Financial Consumer Agency of Canada) – Money help that’s actually usable.
What: Plain-language budgeting tools, calculators, and step-by-step guides (including a full Budget Planner).
How to access: Search “FCAC budget” or go to canada.ca and find FCAC.
How to use: Build a simple monthly plan, compare bank fees, and set a tiny weekly “surprise” line to reduce money stress.

Justice Canada (Family Law & Parenting Plans) – Templates and clarity.
What: Parenting plan builders, custody/access basics, and links to provincial resources.
How to access: Search “Justice Canada parenting plan tool.”
How to use: Draft a shared plan (who/what/when), print or save a PDF, and bring it to your co-parent sync or mediation.

Caring for Kids / Canadian Paediatric Society (CPS) – Trusted child-health info.
What: Evidence-based handouts on sleep, feeding, development, and screen time.
How to access: caringforkids.cps.ca
How to use: Read the relevant page before a pediatric or family-doctor visit; jot two questions to bring with you.

MediaSmarts (Digital & Media Literacy) – Kinder, safer screen time.
What: Practical guides to digital citizenship, online kindness, privacy, and family media plans.
How to access: mediasmarts.ca → “For Parents.”
How to use: Pick one idea (a visual timer, a mealtime screen-free rule, or a family tech contract) and try it for a week.

SOGC / Menopause & U – Perimenopause help you can understand.
What: Patient-friendly info on perimenopause/menopause from Canadian experts.
How to access: Search “Menopause and U resources” or visit sogc.org’s menopause hub.
How to use: Track two weeks of sleep/mood/hot flashes, then read the basics and bring three priorities to your next appointment.

CMHA (Canadian Mental Health Association) – Support for you and yours.
What: Local branches with programs, caregiver supports, groups, and crisis info.
How to access: cmha.ca → find your province/branch.
How to use: Ask for a quick intake call; request caregiver resources or stress-reduction options. Put crisis numbers on your fridge.

Transport Canada (Child Car Seat Safety) – The seat stage that actually fits.
What: Guidance on car seats, boosters, and belt fit; campaign pages with simple visuals.
How to access: Search “Transport Canada child car seat safety.”
How to use: Check your child’s current stage and the 74-cm/18-kg type milestones; label your carpool sheet with the right seat for each kid.

One simple promise for January

Every Tuesday, you’ll get a short read with:

• 5–7 tiny steps you can do now

• ND-friendly tweaks (visuals, timers, checklists)

• Three ethical links and one single CTA to keep decisions easy

Micro-practice (5 minutes): open your phone calendar and add a recurring event: “Thrive Momma Tuesday — 10 minutes for me.”

Single CTA — help us shape 2026:
👉 Share your voice in our 2-minute survey so we prioritize the topics that help your real life most: https://forms.gle/4CAw1BJmP2CCxLMMA 

With love and appreciation from the Thrive Momma Team, Happy 2026!