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You don’t have to do it alone

Are you feeling overwhelmed and isolated as a new parent?

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Modern parenting and caregiving can sometimes feel like you’re the only person in the world going through it. But you’re not alone. You just need to find your village.

Parenting isn’t supposed to be lonely. You’re meant to have your people helping you out in this new phase of life - but more often than not, many of us end up down the rabbit hole of the internet without quality connection to get us through.

More than just mom and baby classes, East End Mom Friends connects families with a virtual and in-person community of other east end Toronto parents and caregivers who are there for each other every step of the way.

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    Stop doom-scrolling and start connecting with your local east end parenting community during those long bedtimes and late night feedings. Follow @eastendmomfriends to stay up to date on playgroup registration dates, exclusive events, and more.

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    From itty bitty babies to toddlers and big kids, and every stage in between, we have a playgroup for you and your family. Get to know family-friendly local businesses while you connect with other parents and caregivers who are also in their tiny human(s) era.

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    Connect in our community

    With over 1,000 members, the chat is always bumpin’. We have sub-chats for every experience, including 2SLGBTQ+ parents, BIPOC families, 40+ moms, parents of neurodiverse/medically complex kiddos, single parents, cycling parents, and more!

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The ultimate daycare survival guide

Everything you need to know about daycare in the city of Toronto

Attention moms, dads, and caregivers!

So, you’re thinking about childcare. Whether you’re newly expecting and are curious about what's to come, already have a spot lined up and need some guidance, or already have a child in care but have more questions, this guide is for you.

Compiled by Registered Early Childhood Educator and mom of two Trish Goodwin-Lawrence, this guide is a comprehensive list of what to know before, during, and after the daycare phase of childhood.

Note: As the Canada-Wide Early Learning & Child Care (CWELCC) system changes fairly often, some parts of this guide may not always be up to date with the latest details.

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