Natalie Wynn-Dempsey

Little Wonders Early Literacy Music Play Program

My name is Natalie Wynn-Dempsey (aka Miss Natalie of Little Wonders), and my traditional name is Rainbow Eagle Woman. I proudly honour my Lenape and Tsalagi roots, along with European and African ancestry.

I am a mother of three, grandmother of three, and wife to a loving, supportive husband. My family—through birth, adoption, marriage, and chosen kin—continues to teach me about compassion and reciprocity.

As the creator of Little Wonders Early Literacy, Music, and Play Program Offering, I have spent over 18 years evolving the work—from Mother Goose to Mother Goes to Africa and everything in between— weaving Indigenous teachings and cultural stories into early learning and community wellness. Today, as Indigenous Engagement Coordinator at Momentum, I draw on 30+ years of experience, guided by Elders, ceremony, and community, to help advance Truth and Reconciliation.

I am grateful to walk this path as a Community oskâpêwis (Helper), committed to nurturing growth, healing, and connection for all our relations.

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