Melanie Braga is the owner and writer of Momma Braga. She graduated from Humber College with a Social Service Worker diploma. She has over 15 years in the non-profit sector, helping the most vulnerable in Toronto communities. She then stepped into the fundraising world for seven years where she built strong relationships with her donors and her event coordinating ability became an asset. Melanie is also a mother of one and started a blog called, Momma Braga. This platform was established to document her journey in life and in parenthood. She hopes that through her blog, she can inspire and help others. This is why she prides herself on sharing the journey of other parents as she feels we can all learn from one another and support each other. It is about creating a positive community with no judgement. Her readers have commented on her raw, honest and emotional stories. Melanie has already made an impact on a few of her readers in a positive way as they have shared how her stories have helped inspire and support them.

The Boy Who Ran to Be Free: Why 12‑Year‑Old Nikki Can’t Stop Talking About It

There are children’s books that entertain, and then there are children’s books that transform. Mo Farah: The Boy Who Ran to Be Free by Dr. Seema Yasmin is firmly in … Continue reading The Boy Who Ran to Be Free: Why 12‑Year‑Old Nikki Can’t Stop Talking About It

Makade Asin Black Stone – Celebrating Identity & Indigenous Strength

Where river meets sky and stories rise, A stone holds truth with ancient ties. Makade Asin whispers, bold and bright— Guiding hearts toward courage and light. ~ Momma Braga Makade … Continue reading Makade Asin Black Stone – Celebrating Identity & Indigenous Strength

Easy Carrot Cupcakes: Moist, Flavourful, and Perfect for Beginners

Carrots glow in sunshine’s hue, Spice and warmth come shining through. A cupcake rises, soft and bright— Olive oil makes each bite feel light. Why Olive Oil Makes These Cupcakes … Continue reading Easy Carrot Cupcakes: Moist, Flavourful, and Perfect for Beginners

Daisy Helps with the Dress – Celebrating Friendship & Creativity

In a whirl of color, thread, and grace, Daisy finds courage in a brand‑new place. A dress, a moment, a story to share— Where helping becomes magic sewn with care. … Continue reading Daisy Helps with the Dress – Celebrating Friendship & Creativity

The “Digital Detox Parenting” Movement: How Families Are Reclaiming Childhood in a Screen‑Saturated World

Screens have quietly become the third parent in many households. Between tablets, smart TVs, gaming consoles, and smartphones, children are absorbing more digital stimulation than any generation before them. In … Continue reading The “Digital Detox Parenting” Movement: How Families Are Reclaiming Childhood in a Screen‑Saturated World

Adventures in the City of Stories — Full of Magic and Meaning

In a city built from whispered tales, Where every dream sets sail, A child steps in with heart so bright— And finds her courage in the light. ~ Momma Braga … Continue reading Adventures in the City of Stories — Full of Magic and Meaning

Smart Packing and Moving Strategies for a Smooth Family Relocation

Moving with your family is one of those life events that’s both exciting and overwhelming. The idea of a new home and new adventures is thrilling, but the reality of … Continue reading Smart Packing and Moving Strategies for a Smooth Family Relocation

Go by Deborah Ellis — A Powerful, Heart‑Racing Momma Braga Book Review for Young Changemakers

Go is a fierce, heart‑thumping, emotionally intelligent novel that grips young readers with its raw honesty and empowers them with its message of courage, choice, and self‑determination. ~ Momma Braga … Continue reading Go by Deborah Ellis — A Powerful, Heart‑Racing Momma Braga Book Review for Young Changemakers

Jasper Rabbit’s Creepy Tales! Yarn Is Everything Book Review

A tangle of yarn, a twist of fright, Jasper’s tales glow in the moonlit night. Creepy giggles, shadows that cling— And yarn that seems to know everything. ~ Momma Braga … Continue reading Jasper Rabbit’s Creepy Tales! Yarn Is Everything Book Review

Jazzy the Witch in Friend Fiasco An Emotionally Rich Tale

A broomstick wobbles, a cauldron pops, A witch named Jazzy learns friendship’s stops. Spells can sparkle, charms can gleam— But kindness is the truest magic beam. ~ Momma Braga Jazzy … Continue reading Jazzy the Witch in Friend Fiasco An Emotionally Rich Tale

Stella & Sam ABC Is A Whimsical Alphabet Adventure

There are children’s books that teach, and then there are children’s books that enchant. Stella & Sam ABC by Marie‑Louise Gay falls beautifully into the second category, offering a whimsical … Continue reading Stella & Sam ABC Is A Whimsical Alphabet Adventure

The City That Whispers: A Momma Braga Review of The Sleuth of Ferren City Atmospheric, Mysterious, and Instantly Intriguing

In Ferren City’s hush, where shadows bend and secrets gleam, Truth tiptoes lightly through every winding, whispering seam. A sleuth steps forward—steady heart, sharp mind, brave soul— And mystery unfurls, … Continue reading The City That Whispers: A Momma Braga Review of The Sleuth of Ferren City Atmospheric, Mysterious, and Instantly Intriguing