Stephanie de Montigny

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Stephanie de Montigny

Boss Mama Diaries
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August 14, 2019

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Discussing the daily wins and struggles of being a work-from-home boss trying to raise a business and a baby at the same time, amidst the family adventures, while also trying to feed a household full of allergies.

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Boss. Wife. Allergy Mama.
Work-From-Home-Mom Life
💻 Educator at @bossmama.collective
Pro 📷 at @purenaturalnewborn & @stephaniedemontignyphotog

We are in the final stretch! Our moving bin has ar

We are in the final stretch! Our moving bin has arrived and the packing begins! Well, putting the packed boxes and the furniture INTO the bin...

I am still stuck between anxious AF and excited for our new life (it may only be 15 minutes out of the city, but for a business that can be a big deal!), so any love or words of reassurance you can share are much appreciated!

ps: know anyone in Almonte who needs a photographer? 😉

#bossmamadiaries #wearemoving #lifeofaphotographer #momlife #bossmomlife #workfromhomeboss #workfromhomelife #ottawamom #ottawaphotographer #almontephotographer #almontemom #wereonthemove #thisisadulthood #shippingourlifeaccrosstown #thecountdownison #almonteherewecome

I am not ready for this! She is growing up so fast

I am not ready for this! She is growing up so fast and blazing through toddlerhood. Slow down and stay my little girl just a while longer... 💕⁠
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#thedemontignyadventures #toddlerlife #toddlermom #babygirl #babysfirstyear #12monthsofbaby #monthlymilestones #babymilestones #purenaturalnewborn #antiquepinkchair #bossmamadiaries #ottawababyphotographer #almontephotographer #growwithme #28monthsold #thisistwo #twoyearsold #ottawababyphotographer

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In case you missed the subtle hints over the last

In case you missed the subtle hints over the last month, here is the official announcement. Our next little bundle of joy is on the way and we are so excited for the new year! ⠀
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#pregnancyannouncement #bumpwatch #andthentherewerefour #wearehavingababy #shesgoingtobeabigsister #bigsister #bigsisterinthemaking #ottawamom #ontariomom #canadianmom #ottawafamilyphotos #familyphotosottawa #ottawafamilyphotographer #barrhavenfamilyphotographer #almontefamilyphotographer #carletonplacephotographer #raisingbabiesandbusinesses #raisingtinyhumans #raisingbabies

My mother never called me ugly. Far from it! In fa

My mother never called me ugly. Far from it! In fact, she called me beautiful all the time. But growing up, I can distinctly remember her looking into the mirror or looking down at her post-baby belly and only having negativity to say about it. Whenever we asked why she wore cover-ups or tankinis when she was clearly overheating, it was always some version of 'because I am embarrassed'. As an adult, I recognize the small but incremental damage that has done and vow to never impose that self-doubt on my children. I don't fault her, but do I wish she knew then what I know now.

I often wear long sleeves and pants in the summer because of my skin condition; not to cover it out of embarrassment, but rather to prevent it from getting worse (I am allergic to water topically, so when my skin touches itself it creates moisture and the wetness causes the rashes and suffering itchiness). BUT you betcha when it is super hot or when it comes down to dancing in the sprinkler with my kid, I do it! I live in the moment (and make sure I have a towel nearby for myself!). When we go swimming, I usually have a hairdryer on standby because I don't want to miss out on the fun and family time, and my husband is super respectful when I do set boundaries on how involved I want to be in a certain activity.

All to say, even if you ARE embarrassed by something about your physical self, your children are NOT going to be the ones to point it out so don't point it out to them. Live in the moment and show them love and kindness, and create a generation that will go into the world with rose coloured glasses and brighten it with their positivity. Dream it enough and WE can make it a reality.

ps: When is the last time you looked at yourself in the mirror and gave yourself a compliment instead of thinking something negative? I challenge you to always smile into the mirror, even if you don't love what you see. The kids are watching. Eventually, you might just start to see the lovely parent they do.

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As you may have heard, I am putting together a blo

As you may have heard, I am putting together a blog post with a collection of caffeinated drink recipes. Send me a DM with your email if you want to be notified the minute the blog post goes live!

In the meantime, I decided to share my favourite cold caffeine-free beverages so you can enjoy them during the warmer summer weather.

Here is a super simple and tasty option that you can share with the kids (if you want!) because it is caffeine-free and sugar-free. Little miss LOVES her 'waterlemon mooothie', ha ha!

In a blender, add watermelon, mint or basil, and a tiny bit of lime juice. Enjoy! I certainly did, and I don't even like watermelon...

#watermelonjuice #watermelonmint #watermelonbasil #toddlerherbgarden #mamasherbgarden #plantmom #toddlermom #watermelon #summertreats #summerdrinkideas #babyfoodsadultsactuallywanttoeat #summerdrinksforkids #dairyfree #nutfree #plantbased #allergymom #ontarioblogger #foodblogger #canadianmom #homemadeforthepatio #summerparenthood #summerparenting #thismamalovesherninja #ninjadrinkideas #summersmoothies #vegansmoothie

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More from our adventures since the reopening of pa

More from our adventures since the reopening of patios. Little miss got to go out for what feels like the first time for a family meal where she actually got to order from a menu and drink from a real cup. We are so proud of her, and hope that this is the first of many fun family outings in our future. And mama got to enjoy her beloved fish tacos, yummm!

#patioseasonishere #patioseason #ontarioisopen #ontarioreopening #ontariomom #ottawamom #summerishere #ottawaeats #613eats #mamaloveshermargarita #frozenmargarita #toddlermom #ottawablogger #ottawainfluencer #ottawamomblogger #canadianmomblogger #lonestar #lonestarottawa

Little miss insisted that she too wanted to eat he

Little miss insisted that she too wanted to eat her cereal in a bowl with oat milk, just like mama.

I am grateful for the bibs because they save so much dribble mess, and quite frankly that she also insists on the fruit, and she is getting so much better as the weeks go by.

Has your kiddo hit the "I want to do it just like mama" phase yet?

#justlikemama #shegotitfromhermama #independenttoddler #toddlerlife #toddlermom #momlifebelike #mysweetchild #hellosweetluv #raisingindependentwomen #raisethemkind #healthyeating #dairyallergy #dairyfree #breakfasttime #oatmilk #earthsown #plantbased #nutfreeplantbased #nutallergy #cheerios

After not being able to go out to eat in almost 8

After not being able to go out to eat in almost 8 months, our treat for brunch this weekend came with great food and company, literal tears of joy, and the beginnings of normalcy. Cheers to the next family outing!

Did you take the opportunity to go out and enjoy patio season this past weekend? Ontarian or not...

#cafecristal #patioseasonishere #patioseason #openthefloodgates #ontarioisopen #ontarioreopening #ontariomom #ottawamom #summerishere #enjoythelittlethings #ottawacoffeeshop #ottawaeats #thedecorisasgreatasthefood #ottawablogger #ottawainfluencer #blogdayindayout #momblogger #canadianmomblogger #spreadkindnessnotgerms

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I love this kid and her gorgeously scrunchie smile

I love this kid and her gorgeously scrunchie smiles. Supposedly she mirrors mine and that makes them even more special to me. Especially when it is accompanied by her adorable and room-filling laughter and we enjoy each other's company.

Sometimes it is tough letting a toddler help with tasks because they take so much longer to accomplish, and I need to remind myself that this is how she learns to be a helpful and independent human being. So if taking ten minutes to get the corn ready before we even turn on the element means that we get to spend ten amazing minutes together preparing her favourite food, I take that as a big win.

What is your kiddo's favourite food these days?

#toddlerskills #teachingtoddlerstobeindependent #teachingherlifeskills #teachingindependence #toddlerswhocook #kidswhocook #cornysmile #kidswholovetohelp #toddlerhelper #kitchenhelper #toddlermom #ottawamom #ontariomom #talesofourhappy #cookingwithmama #cookingwithmom

Toddlers are amazing humans. They are fascinated w

Toddlers are amazing humans. They are fascinated with such simple tasks that it really makes you have a different outlook on life.

Take plants for example. I know that many of us consider them our plant babies, but this kid takes that to a whole new level—seriously, this spray bottle has caused her the only two injuries that drew blood (once she got her finger stuck and the other somehow got her lip stuck when attempting to drink from it) and yet this is still somehow her most favourite activity in which she takes great care and attention to detail.⠀
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What does your kiddo absolutely love doing?⠀
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#toddlergarden #toddlerslovedirt #thisgirlandherplants #plantmama #plantmom #toddlermama #toddlermom #toddlersamazeme #mamabytrade #ottawamom #ontariomom #canadianmom #raisingbabies #plantbabies #toddlerlife #letthembelittle #letthemgrow ⠀
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Tell me you have a pandemic toddler without tellin

Tell me you have a pandemic toddler without telling me you have a pandemic toddler...⠀
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Twenty times a day: "Mama! I go wash hands, wash hands!"⠀
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#pandemicbaby #pandemictoddler #toddlermom #toddlerdad #tellmewithouttellingme #whyisyourtoddlercrying #washyourhands #spreadlovenotgerms #washinghandscanbefun #workfromhomemom #bossmama #mamalovestoblogg #thiskidcracksmeup #wheninrome #thedemontignyadventures #thisis29months #thisistwo #enjoythetoddleryears #toddlerfun #whoneedsexpensivetoys ⠀
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See that spot on the mattress. That is a small but

See that spot on the mattress. That is a small but very stinky mess courtesy of my toddler, on the UNDER side of the mattress, an hour before we were scheduled to have visitors come see the house. GREEEEEAAAAAT! 💩

Thankfully the cover comes off and we were able to set it to wash while we were gone and just pop a crib sheet over top of the foam like no big deal, and a little jute baggie of baby potpourri hung on the fan further saved the day (thank you @mustela.canada!). 🙌🏻

Have any "close calls" lately? I'd love to hear the groan-worthy stories AND the hero moments!

#thisismotherhood #toddlermom #toddlerblowout #toddlersmeanmess #momlife #toddlerlife #whenlifegivesyoulemons #welovelemondade #shithappens #cribstories #mundanemonday #mondaymotivation #junemondaze #ottawamom #ontariomom #canadianmom

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