Making It for the Holidays
Get creative this holiday season with DIY gift ideas
First published 2009.12.08 | Canada | House & Home
The holidays are upon us and so is the prospect of having a little more unstructured time with the kids (whether you’re ready for it or not). And because we’re all about multi-purposing, we’ve got...read more

Cribs for Kids
SavvyMom/SickKids Holiday Crib Campaign
First published 2009.12.03 | Toronto | House & Home
Gifts, parties, gifts, crafts, gifts, baking, gifts, family, gifts—our kids learn patterns in pre-school, so it shouldn’t be that hard for us. This year, we have a way to break out of the...read more

Santa’s in Town
The Help Santa Toy Parade
First published 2009.12.03 | Ottawa | Out & About
As if it didn’t happen every year, we are always in awe of the Big Man on parade day. How he has time to pop into town and float around while he is responsible for gazillions of toys to be delivered...read more

Winter Gardening
Robin’s Gardens Outdoor Design
First published 2009.12.03 | Calgary | House & Home
“Bling” is the thing we bring home sparkling, shining and twinkling for the holidays. We love blingy things (in small doses) and this is the month to indulge our appetite for glitter, glass and gems....read more

Our 5 Under $25
Holiday Gift Guide
First published 2009.12.01 | Canada | Gear
If it takes a village to raise a child, then all those villagers need to be remembered over the holidays (and guess who’s doing the shopping). So in an effort to help moms everywhere find something...read more

Calgary: The Savvy Guide to December
December 2009
First published 2009.11.26 | Calgary | Monthly Guide
No more frowning at the holiday music in the grocery store. December will be here in five days and you’ll want to embrace and enjoy all the excitement of the season. Here are our top tips to help you...read more

Vancouver: The Savvy Guide to December
December 2009
First published 2009.11.26 | Vancouver | Monthly Guide
No more frowning at the holiday music in the grocery store. December will be here in five days and you’ll want to embrace and enjoy all the excitement of the season. Here are our top tips to help you...read more

Victoria: The Savvy Guide to December
December 2009
First published 2009.11.26 | Victoria | Monthly Guide
No more frowning at the holiday music in the grocery store. December will be here in five days and you’ll want to embrace and enjoy all the excitement of the season. Here are our top tips to help you...read more

Ottawa: The Savvy Guide to December
December 2009
First published 2009.11.26 | Ottawa | Monthly Guide
No more frowning at the holiday music in the grocery store. December will be here in five days and you’ll want to embrace and enjoy all the excitement of the season. Here are our top tips to help you...read more

Toronto: The Savvy Guide to December
December 2009
First published 2009.11.26 | Toronto | Monthly Guide
No more frowning at the holiday music in the grocery store. December will be here in five days and you’ll want to embrace and enjoy all the excitement of the season. Here are our top tips to help you...read more

Santa’s Scout
The Elf on the Shelf
First published 2009.11.24 | Canada | Gear
Right about now is when it starts to happen: the all important tally of who’s been naughty and who’s been nice. So in an effort to help the big guy out with this massive accounting exercise, we’re...read more

Alberta Elves
Locally Designed Soft Toys
First published 2009.11.19 | Calgary | Gear
All toys have a place in our hearts if our kids love them and play with them. And what’s better than a handmade toy that doesn’t come in a plastic clamshell package capable of cutting your fingers...read more

Green Is the New Black
Green Tree Eco Fashion
First published 2009.11.12 | Ottawa | Green Living
In case you hadn’t noticed all the shop windows, we’re approaching that season where festive parties and gatherings with friends and family are a-plenty. And it goes without saying that we have...read more

Retail Scout Out
New Children’s Retail Stores
First published 2009.11.12 | Vancouver | Gear
Reality Check: 42 shopping days left until Christmas. Savvy Check: Our savvy scouts report that regardless of your neighbourhood or child’s age, you will find lots of new stores to explore, as well...read more

Holiday Wrapping Solutions
Holiday Wrapping & Cards
First published 2009.11.10 | Canada | Gear
You might not have fully embarked on the ‘making a list and checking it twice’ program yet, but there’s no point in being in denial about it. We all know that moms are really the ones who help Santa...read more

Toronto: The Savvy Guide to November
November 2009
First published 2009.10.29 | Toronto | Monthly Guide
Don’t stay home with your nose in your sleeve all month. Wash your hands and get out there (if you’re not sick, of course). We know November isn’t the most popular month on the calendar but there’s a...read more

Ottawa: The Savvy Guide to November
November 2009
First published 2009.10.29 | Ottawa | Monthly Guide
Don’t stay home with your nose in your sleeve all month. Wash your hands and get out there (if you’re not sick, of course). We know November isn’t the most popular month on the calendar but there’s a...read more

Vancouver: The Savvy Guide to November
November 2009
First published 2009.10.29 | Vancouver | Monthly Guide
Don’t stay home with your nose in your sleeve all month. Wash your hands and get out there (if you’re not sick, of course). We know November isn’t the most popular month on the calendar but there’s a...read more

Calgary: The Savvy Guide to November
November 2009
First published 2009.10.29 | Calgary | Monthly Guide
Don’t stay home with your nose in your sleeve all month. Wash your hands and get out there (if you’re not sick, of course). We know November isn’t the most popular month on the calendar but there’s a...read more

The 3 Gs of Canada Day
Activites to Make Canada Day Special
First published 2009.06.30 | Canada | Food & Drink
Canada Day might be a one-day wonder this year, but that’s all the more reason to make it a super patriotic day! Holidays are a great excuse to make your own celebration. We’ve got something yummy to...read more