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An enterprising new mother has created a community of mothers that is a win/win/win for local mothers, businesses and charitable organizations.

The website www.mummieslist.com and the "mummy card" connect generations of mothers with family-friendly businesses and raises funds for charities that benefit mothers and their children.

Andrea Rich felt isolated and confused, too, when she had her little girl. A 32-year-old speech pathologist from Montreal who'd been living in Washington D.C. ever since she'd attended university there, she moved back home with her husband because she missed the support of her family. Still, she hadn't a clue what was out there for new parents and babies.

When it comes to choosing a babysitter, pediatrician or family-friendly restaurant,many parents find that word-of-mouth recommendations are the way to go. Now, thanks to an enterprising Montreal mom, local families can tap into hundreds of real-life testimonials from parents who have been impressed with a product or service. All they have to do is visit www.mummieslist.com. This website is the brainchild of speech pathologist Andrea Rich, who is originally from Montreal but worked in the United States for 10 years...