Mom 101
5 Things I Wish I Knew Before My Marriage Ended
When my 20-year marriage ended, I wasn’t the one who wanted it to. I was still trying to save it. If you’re standing where I once stood, here are some lessons I learned the hardest way possible.
What to Do When Your Kid Hates School
How do we unravel the knot that parks itself in our stomach in mid-August and stays there all year? What do you do if your kid hates school?
The Savviest Back to School Guide Ever!
Backpacks and lunches and tears, oh my! Our Back to School Guide is your savvy secret weapon to mastering this most(ly) wonderful time of the year.
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.
10 Mid-Season Summer Fun Ideas
Every year we start summer fresh and full of summer fun plans. Inevitably the well runs dry. Here are some ideas to keep you going when the going gets tough.
How to Deal With FOMO: When Parents Get It, Too
Plenty of adults are taking to social media to share their photos, often of their best selves, living their highly-edited lives. Here are some ways to get control and overcome FOMO.
Summer Is a Special Kind of Torture for Working Moms
The days were long and life was good. This was childhood. This was summer. We were blissfully unaware of what it all meant for our parents.
The Perfect Menu for a Canada Day Party
Ice wine sangria? Maple-mustard clubhouse sandwich? These homegrown flavours are a delicious nod to the nation for a perfect Canada Day party.
How to Throw a Simple Summer Birthday Party
A simple and casual (but fun!) barbeque could be your easiest summer birthday party yet. Here are some ideas to get you started.