If you ask your children they will say that rainy days are the most boring days because they can’t go out and play. To understand that, we have to imagine what would we do if we were them. Just imagine: you are full of energy but stuck inside in your home and there is not [...]
Being a first-time mom can be overwhelming, especially during the first year! From post-partum recovery, adjusting to a new sleep schedule (or no sleep) to learning to recognize your baby’s cries and wants, the first year is a struggle. To help make baby’s first year a memorable one for you and baby, these tips will [...]
Having a child can be one of the most exciting times in a couple’s life. Whether it’s your first baby or you’re looking to expand your clan, once you’ve decided to have a baby, the last thing you want to do is wait! Getting pregnant isn’t an exact science but you can put some planning [...]
Whether you’re considering becoming a parent for the first time or having a second (or third), it’s an experience that can be both exciting and scary at the same time. But, where to start? Here are a few questions and answers to get you started and on the right track. How can I keep track [...]
Have you ever looked at your dog and wondered what breed he/she really is? Or thought about what other breeds make up your canine family member? I mean other than the breed(s) you are positive they are. A dog’s breed can determine many things including appearance, common health concerns, training preference, energy levels and even [...]
*sponsored post November is Financial Literacy Month and it’s a great time to share what you know about money matters with your kids. To mark Financial Literacy Month last November, TD commissioned a report – State of Financial Education in Canada – which found parents and educators share the main responsibility for the financial education [...]
sponsored post Skates, helmets and tournaments – oh my, it must hockey season! Between driving your hockey superstar to endless practices, organizing fundraisers and maintaining equipment, there’s no denying that being a hockey parent is a busy – and rewarding – job. The team camaraderie is infectious and seeing your little one’s determination on the [...]
It’s not a secret that most cats don’t travel well and people will usually leave their feline family member behind when they head out on a family vacation. If you are leaving the city, you have a few options for keeping your cat safe while you are away. Boarding a pet is always a great [...]
Today marks the first day of summer break for us. It marks the day that we leave the chaos that is the school year behind and look forward to the chaos that is summer. Here are some tips to help ease you into a summer routine. Encourage your children to get outside Summer is short [...]
It seems like a war has been waging for awhile, and for the longest time, I thought it was a war between helicopter parents and free range parents. It’s not. There’s another group involved that is pulling the punches and placing blame on each of our shoulders. And we fall for it every time. And [...]
We’ve all been there? You hit a point in your mothering adventure and you are blind-sided by something that comes up. Shocked, you reach out to tell your friends (who are also mothers), only to find that it has happened to every single mother out there — everyone just forgot to mention it to you. [...]