The newest member of the Momtourage

by Steph Simpson // September 18, 2013 // No Comments

I remember back in the winter, hanging out at Beans when momma Sharon told all of us that she was pregnant again – immediately following the shock of it (her first son Brody was under a year), we were all... Continue reading →

An Afternoon with Chef Deb

by Steph Simpson // May 30, 2013 // No Comments

One of the default outings for the Momtourage was lunch out – we didn’t have to cook and got to spend a few hours together…perfect! The only downside to that as the babies got a bit older is that it... Continue reading →

A Momtourage Double Header – Part 1

by Steph Simpson // April 24, 2013 // No Comments

This week’s outing was a double header in two ways – it was a double-goodbye to Jen & Mandy as they return to work next week…and to celebrate, we decided to do two outings in one day. I considered us... Continue reading →

Bye-bye Momma!

by Steph Simpson // April 8, 2013 // No Comments

As with everything else in this world, there is a downfall to having a Momtourage. Sadly, I have already discovered what it is…and while it may not come as a shock to everyone else, it was to me: Eventually, moms... Continue reading →

Beans & Babes

by Steph Simpson // March 20, 2013 // No Comments

This post about Beans & Babes is long overdue, seeing as a good chunk of my mat leave has been spent here. While cruising the internet one day looking for a baby-friendly outing, I came across a little place called... Continue reading →

BYOB…bring your own bib

by Steph Simpson // March 17, 2013 // No Comments

A gem of a lunch outing that the Momtourage attended was the Babies at Lunch event held at the Old Mill Inn & Spa. Held monthly, it gives moms a chance to enjoy a nice lunch out without worrying if... Continue reading →

The Colic-Saver

by Steph Simpson // March 10, 2013 // No Comments

To many moms, the term ‘mommy group’ brings images of judgemental mommies sitting around trying to prove who is the busiest and worthiest mommy. While these groups do exist, our group of moms was the exact opposite. It’s important to... Continue reading →

The Beginning of the Momtourage

by Steph Simpson // March 6, 2013 // 1 Comment

Pregnancy. Despite all the classes, books, and well-meaning advice of friends, family, coworkers, and complete strangers, I was in no way prepared for the birth of A. Despite preparing for nine months, I was utterly lost. The constant feeding. The... Continue reading →