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Redefining what it means to do something “like a girl”; Join in the @Always #LikeAGirl conversation!

January 30, 2015 by Deanna Tousignant Leave a Comment

This Super Bowl Sunday Always is releasing a pared down sixty-second version of their #LikeAGirl commercial. Back in July I discussed at length as to why I loved the full-length video, when I wrote about how we all need to think #LikeAGirl. I want to invite you to join in the conversation. Use the hashtag #LikeAGirl & tag @Always to take a stand and show young girls … [Read more...]

Why I Believe We All Need to Think #LikeAGirl

July 17, 2014 by Deanna Tousignant Leave a Comment

The first time I watched this video I cried. For full disclosure's sake I'll point out that this video is an Always ad, Always is a P&G brand and and I am a PGmom ambassador, but the first time I watched it had nothing to do with any of the above. I was scrolling through my Facebook feed and something made me click. I think it was the blurb, something like "We asked actors … [Read more...]

My Daughter’s Perfect Smile {Baby-G’s Split Lip, A Year Later}

October 8, 2012 by Deanna Tousignant Leave a Comment

A year ago today Baby-G fell and cut her lip and we spent the evening in emergency getting her stitched up. This post is for those who have asked how her lip has healed. Here's what it looks like a year later. She has a scar, not a line, but more like a ball of scar tissue on her lip. I worry that someday my beautiful girl who smiles like sunshine, I worry someday she … [Read more...]

Everyday Heroes and Role Models for our Daughters

July 18, 2012 by Deanna Tousignant 15 Comments

This post is part of YummyMummyClub.ca's support of the Dove Celebrate Mom Contest. I received compensation as a thank you for my participation. This post reflects my personal opinion about the information provided by the sponsors.  When I was asked to write a piece for the Dove Celebrate Mom Contest, I was excited and immediately said "Yes!". The message that Dove is trying … [Read more...]

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