Check It
Our back-to-school checklist helps you count down to the big day.
First published 2009.08.18 | Canada | Family Life
We call it ‘back to reality’ because it’s not always about going back to school, but it is about getting back to routines. Don’t start getting anxious about fall while it’s still summer…just follow...read more

Undercover Operatives
Dianes Lingerie
First published 2009.08.13 | Vancouver | Gear
Sempre ubi sub ubi. The Romans must have been thinking of moms when this delightful phrase “always wear underwear” was coined. SavvyMoms know that the difference between looking good and looking...read more

Bootcamp Basics
Fitness Bootcamps for Women
First published 2009.06.11 | Vancouver | Health & Wellness
For moms, ‘bikini season’ is second to ‘make sure you can keep up with your kids season’ (whether you wear a bikini or not). We need to stay close when they are surrounded by water, riding bikes or...read more

Alternate Apples
Teachers’ Gift Ideas
First published 2009.06.02 | Canada | Gear
We’re not so sure we agree with Aristotle when he said that ‘Those who educate children well are more to be honored than parents’ but as parents, we are certainly grateful for the role that teachers...read more

Award Them
Award Them
First published 2009.05.26 | Canada | Family Life
1 mom (‘mäm): noun—short form for mother 1 entrepreneur (‘äⁿn-trə-p(r)ə-n(y)ur): noun—one who organizes, manages, and assumes the risks of a business or enterprise Two important enough words on...read more

Cared For
Massage Treatments with Free Childcare
First published 2009.05.07 | Calgary | Health & Wellness
Our ears are burning and it’s not girl gossip. Rather, it’s our beloved family plotting a Mother’s Day morning surprise featuring 10 am coffee and toast in bed. After all, sleep and caffeine are the...read more

It’s All About You
Mother’s Day
First published 2009.05.05 | Canada | Family Life
Mom’s definitely the word this week as we gear up for the holiday celebrating that most important job of all, being a mom. And it’s not an easy one (job, that is)—consider that the average...read more

The Write Stuff
The Momoir Project
First published 2009.03.19 | Toronto | Family Life
Memories. Misty, watercolor memories. Do these long forgotten lyrics harken back to the early days of your new life as a mother? Unless you are still in the thick of it, memories of those newborn...read more

Gimme Your Digits
Firefly Locator
First published 2009.02.05 | Toronto | Family Life
The playdate was scheduled to end at three. By half-past you idly wonder if the mom is caught in traffic. At four o’clock you call the home number she left when she dropped little Jack off at your...read more

Calgary: The Savvy Guide to February
February 2009
First published 2009.01.29 | Calgary | Monthly Guide
We’re only one month into the three that make winter long. Don’t get down or blue—we’ve got some tips to help you through the ‘love’ month starting with a simple Japanese proverb we heard recently:...read more

Ottawa: The Savvy Guide to February
February 2009
First published 2009.01.29 | Ottawa | Monthly Guide
We’re only one month into the three that make winter long. Don’t get down or blue—we’ve got some tips to help you through the ‘love’ month starting with a simple Japanese proverb we heard recently:...read more

Vancouver: The Savvy Guide to February
February 2009
First published 2009.01.29 | Vancouver | Monthly Guide
We’re only one month into the three that make winter long. Don’t get down or blue—we’ve got some tips to help you through the ‘love’ month starting with a simple Japanese proverb we heard recently:...read more

Toronto: The Savvy Guide to February
February 2009
First published 2009.01.29 | Toronto | Monthly Guide
We’re only one month into the three that make winter long. Don’t get down or blue—we’ve got some tips to help you through the ‘love’ month starting with a simple Japanese proverb we heard recently:...read more

Keep Them Clean
Colds and Flu Prevention
First published 2009.01.27 | Canada | Health & Wellness
Starve a fever, feed a cold. Get inside before you catch your death of cold. Don’t forget your vitamins. Wash your hands! Words from the past or present? We know the endless task of wiping noses...read more

Cultural Mama
Bear With Me
First published 2009.01.15 | Toronto | Out & About
It’s a big cultural entity, our city, and every night there are interesting events happening throughout. Theatres are playing and musicians are performing everywhere. But when was the last time you...read more

And a Savvy New Year
The Year in Review
First published 2008.12.30 | Canada | Family Life
With 2009 around the corner, we thought it was an opportune time to reflect back on the year that was and the many savvy discoveries our intrepid team of mom testers has shared. So without further...read more