Latest
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- outdoor-play,active
- August 10, 2023
Easy Day Trips from Calgary to Sneak in Before Summer's Over
Summer is the perfect time to get outta town, and there are still a few weeks to squeeze some last-minute day trips from Calgary before school starts.
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- attractions,outdoor-play
- August 10, 2023
Mini Getaways & Day Trips Near Toronto
We round up a bunch great family day trips near Toronto. All of the places are roughly two hours or less from Toronto, depending on traffic (of course).
Family Life
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- entertainment,family-life
- August 1, 2023
What's Streaming in August for Kids and Families
August can be A LOT. Having a few new TV series or movies when you need some downtime is key. Luckily there are many options streaming in August.
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- family-life,monthly-guide
- August 1, 2023
The Savvy Guide to August
From road trips and streaming tips, and just a teensy bit of organizing, our Savvy Guide to August can help make the second half of your summer a blast.
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- books,family-life
- July 30, 2023
12 Kids Books Grown Ups Love Too
It's time to get their brains in gear and their imaginations lit. Start with these kids books grown ups love too and maybe you'll both be inspired to read a little more...
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- family-life,games
- July 25, 2023
Don't Be the A**hole Sports Parent
Ever read a news article where you’re legitimately embarrassed that it’s real? Although you're probably not surprised. There's at least one a**hole sports parent on every kids' team.
Mom 101
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- summer
- August 6, 2023
5 Fun Ideas to Savour the Last Days of Summer
By mid-August our summer days are waning. I'm on a mission to help us all make the very most of this sacred time. Here are a few ideas for savouring the last days of Summer.
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- parenting
- August 1, 2023
Why Does it Feel Like We're Always Doing it Wrong?
"I didn’t take my kids camping this summer, I don’t buy organic, the iPad is our babysitter …" There are a million ways to feel like we're always doing it wrong.
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- mom-101,back-to-school
- July 30, 2023
A College Packing List for Big Kids Going Back to School
For some big kids, going back to school means a college packing list. These tips are from my experience with birds leaving the nest for post-secondary education.
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- mom-101
- July 30, 2023
Can We Stop Over-Parenting Our Kids?
Moms these days are terrible at slowing down, myself included. We treat parenting like a sprint instead of the marathon that it is. We are totally over-parenting.
Food
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- recipegeek,recipes,food,make-ahead
- August 6, 2023
The Best Homemade Strawberry Jam from Scratch
This is truly the best homemade strawberry jam recipe. And with only 3 ingredients, it's super easy, too!
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- recipegeek,recipes,food,entertaining
- August 6, 2023
5 Perfect Picnic Cocktails
Curse the ants at any picnic this summer with a healthy buzz. These 5 perfect picnic cocktails well ensure everyone is having a good time.
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- dessert
- August 3, 2023
7 No-Bake Desserts to Make Your Summer a Little Sweeter
If you’re looking for something that goes beyond a melty tub of Ben and Jerry’s, these easy no-bake desserts for summer are delicious, simple and sweat-free.
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- recipegeek,recipes,breakfast,food
- August 8, 2023
3 Easy Breakfast Ideas for Busy Families
Are your mornings getting hectic? Conquer breakfast with these 3 quick, protein-packed easy breakfast ideas your whole family will love.
Health
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Forget Willpower. Eating Mindfully Is Better
Are you eating mindfully? Studies prove just how unperceptive we can be about what we eat and when.
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- sun-safety,summer,mom-101,health
- June 18, 2023
Expert Sun Safety Information & Tips
We sought out an expert for her sun safety information and tips because even the savviest among us get stumped when it comes to SPF, UVA, and UVB ratings.
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- sun-safety,summer,mom-101,health
- June 18, 2023
Best Sunscreen for Kids
Sunscreen is essential. Based on info from the Canadian Dermatology Association, here are our top choices for best sunscreen for kids and the whole family...
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- babies-kids,health
- May 28, 2023
What Parents Need to Know About Raising Kids with Eczema
A dermatologist can provide a proper diagnosis and individual treatment for kids with eczema. And here's more helpful information.
Birthday Parties
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- birthday-parties,birthday-venues,outdoor-play
- April 20, 2023
Great Ideas for Outdoor Birthday Parties in Vancouver & the Lower Mainland
From water parks to amusement parks and more, the options for outdoor birthday parties in Vancouver are endless and the fun is guaranteed.
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- birthday-parties,birthday-venues
- April 20, 2023
Great Ideas for Outdoor Birthday Parties in Calgary
Celebrating outside is a great benefit of having a birthday that falls during the warmer months. Here are some great ideas for outdoor birthday parties in Calgary...
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- birthday-parties,birthday-venues,outdoor-play
- April 20, 2023
Great Ideas for Outdoor Birthday Parties in Toronto & the GTA
Grab the sunscreen, cross your fingers for good weather, and read on for these great ideas for outdoor birthday parties in Toronto and the GTA.
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- loot-bags,birthday-parties
- June 13, 2023
30+ Classic, Fun Loot Bag Ideas
Great loot bags and party favours don’t have to break the bank or require hours on Pinterest. The best ideas are fun, simple and on-trend.
SAVVYSTORIES
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- family-life,travel
- November 23, 2022
North Carolina Travel Guide
My family road tripped from the Outer Banks to Raleigh to Carrabus County to Charlotte to Transylvania County to create this guide for visiting North Carolina with kids.
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- family-life,travel
- November 23, 2022
Overwhelmed by the Idea of Travel with a Baby? It Gets Easier
One way to look at it is, traveling with a baby is easy but traveling as new parents is hard. Here are 10 ways that travel with a baby gets easier.