My name is Danielle, and I’m very excited to be the program Director for the Mommy Connections East Toronto location.

2009 was a busy year for me; I married my husband Peter; we moved to a house in a new neighbourhood for both of us; and then we found out I was pregnant with our son. Being one of the first of our friends to have a baby and a very social person, I was desperate to find something to do that would allow me to meet other moms in my neighbourhood. That’s when I stumbled across Mommy Connections, which did just that. I love that I have made some great mommy friends through this program, and that when I’m out walking in my neighbourhood I’m always meeting up with familiar faces.

After attending 3 sessions of the Mommy Connections West Toronto program, I felt this was something that needed to be made available to more moms in Toronto. I guess I wasn’t alone with that thought, as there are multiple locations launching this spring across Toronto and beyond.

Although I currently live in West Toronto, I have always been connected to East Toronto. My father has been managing an independent shop in the Beach since I was 10, which I have also worked at for a number of years. While growing up, I was even involved in some of the local events. Having had these experiences, it’s truly given me an excellent understanding of how important it is for people in a community to be connected to their local business.

I’m truly looking forward to meeting and working with you all to develop even deeper connections in your community.

Cheers,
Danielle