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- mom-101
- April 23, 2018
After Infertility, Certain Aspects of Mom Culture Make Me Wince

I’m certainly not trying to negate what an incredibly exciting time pregnancy and pending motherhood is, but I’ve lived through an experience that puts all others that come after it into perspective.
- outdoor-play
- April 22, 2018
4 Beautiful Bike Paths in Vancouver

We might be partial, but Vancouver is the best place on earth to ride a bike. Here are a few great rides to explore with your budding cyclists.

SAVVYSTORIES

- food
- April 23, 2018
Are there unhealthy vegetarian foods?

Vegetarian diets are touted for their many health benefits but you can also eat lots of unhealthy food on a vegetarian diet.
- food
- April 23, 2018
Best Wedding Gifts for Food Lovers

Whether you're looking for a memorable gift or ideas for your own registry, this collection of gifts will get your inspiration flowing to find that special gift for your Food Loving couple's big day!

Family Life

- family-life
- April 20, 2018
The Importance of Praising Our Children

Sometimes we get caught up in the day-to-day events of parenting. We tell our kids “good job,” and we mean it of course, but pausing to sincerely praise our children’s successes sometimes gets forgotten.
- gear
- April 18, 2018
The Top Tech Tools to Protect Your Kids Online

From protecting your child's personal information online to limiting screen time and blocking out dangerous content—these tech tools are a huge help for the modern family. Here's a round-up of some great choices.
- family-life
- April 17, 2018
What I Learned About Myself After My Husband Cheated

Early on I refused to entertain any narrative other than, he cheated, he lied, he’s a bastard, end of story. But time gave way to an almost pathological quest to uncover the true “why” and the “how” of his affair.
- family-life
- April 12, 2018
What Facebook Means When It Talks About Your "Data"

There’s much ado about this data issue, but what does it actually mean? Here's a closer look at the story behind our Facebook “data” and where we can go from here.

Mom 101

- mom-101
- April 23, 2018
After Infertility, Certain Aspects of Mom Culture Make Me Wince

I’m certainly not trying to negate what an incredibly exciting time pregnancy and pending motherhood is, but I’ve lived through an experience that puts all others that come after it into perspective.
- mom-101
- April 20, 2018
10 Mother’s Day Gifts You Can Give to Yourself

When it comes to Mother’s Day, it's nice to get a little something you've always wanted. For that, Moms, you’ll likely have to get it yourself. Go ahead and treat yourself with these ideas.
- mom-101
- April 20, 2018
Five Things I Absolutely Refuse To Cheap Out On For Myself

I'm sorry, but just because I'm a mother, and obviously should be saving my money for my kids, there are certain things that I absolutely refuse to cheap out on...for myself.
- mom-101
- April 17, 2018
What is a 'Theyby?' Gender Creative Parenting is the Latest Trend

What is Gender Creative Parenting? Parents are actively making the choice to withhold their child’s gender, and refer to their children as, ‘their, them, they,’ or just by the first letter of their child’s name. Thus, the short-form ‘Theyby’ (Get it? No gender + baby = Theyby).

Food

- dinner
- April 20, 2018
A Week's Worth of Dinners: Planned Out For You

This weeknight meal plan is complete with suggestions for tasks you can do on the weekend to make the week a little easier, some great recipes and even a printable grocery list to get you started.
- recipes
- March 12, 2018
Quick and Easy Instant Pot Recipes to Try Tonight

These three recipes are great, easy ideas for what to make tonight. All cook in less than 30 minutes, and create vibrant, nutritious, tomato-laced meals your whole family will enjoy.
- food
- March 12, 2018
In a Family Food Rut? These Simple Ingredients Will Give Your Favourite Meals New Life

A well-stocked pantry full of flavour boosters is the secret weapon to spinning “nothing” into dinner gold. Try adding some of these simple ingredients to your meals.
- recipes
- March 12, 2018
Tomatoes 5 Ways: One Week of Dinner Ideas

Life may be full of stressors but getting dinner on the table shouldn’t be one of them.

Health

- health
- April 5, 2018
I Have No “Reason” to Be Depressed – But it Came for Me Anyway

Nothing specific had triggered the change, it just happened, like a switch being flicked. And it never switched back.
- babies-kids
- January 29, 2018
5 Ways to Master the Diaper Change

Changing baby's bum a billion times a day (or so it feels sometimes) may not be your favourite way to spend time with your wee one. But we’ve got some diaper changing techniques, tips, and tricks up our sleeves that will help keep your little one's bum covered.
- health
- January 26, 2018
The Cold and Flu Remedies You Need in Your Arsenal This Winter

I love the idea of prevention, but sometimes the cold and flu just can’t be avoided. So, when the inevitable happens in your house, here are the things you’ll want to have in your arsenal.
- fitness
- January 24, 2018
Easy Yoga Poses any Kid Can Do

For managing stress, calming down before bedtime, or practicing body awareness, yoga is a great tool for kids. It's easy to learn, too—here are our expert's top easy poses for beginners of any age.

Home

- decor
- September 1, 2017
How to Make a Cookie Tree

We can't think of a sweeter holiday centrepiece than these homemade cookies hanging from the branches of a twig tree.
- home
- July 12, 2017
9-Year-Old Ontario 'Kidpreneur' Builds Benches with Heart

Owen makes handmade, one-of-a-kind step stools for children using sustainable-source wood and non-toxic milk paint. His business is called The Nice Bench Co. And it rocks.
- home
- July 7, 2017
Our Top 10 Picks for Smart Home Technology Gadgets

As technology for the home is becoming more and more integrated into our daily lives, we're discovering gadgets that help families live more efficiently, give us peace of mind and are even designed well to blend in with our living spaces.
- cleaning
- June 6, 2017
The Homemade Natural Citrus Cleaner We're In Love With

If your kitchen is a certifiable disaster zone, this easy DIY citrus kitchen cleaner will make the whole room feel like summer.

Birthday Parties

- venues
- February 22, 2018
Easy & Budget-Friendly Birthday Party Venues for Kids

Here are a few simple parties to put together that won't break the bank. You don't have to sacrifice any fun, and you won't have to do the post-party clean up. Parenting win!
- loot-bags
- February 21, 2018
15 Great Loot Bag Ideas and Where to Buy Them

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.
- birthday-cakes
- January 20, 2018
5 Things You Need to Decorate Beautiful, Simple Cakes

Become a cake master and learn to decorate beautiful, simple, un-fussy birthday cakes. Keep these 5 things on hand to make it easy.
- partysavvy
- November 16, 2017
9 Tips for Throwing a Kid’s Birthday Party on a Budget

Expert tips for throwing a kids' birthday party on a budget.

10 Mother’s Day Gifts You Can Give To Yourself

10 Mother’s Day Gifts You Can Give to Yourself

April 20, 2018

When it comes to Mother’s Day, it's nice to get a little something you've always wanted. For that, Moms, you’ll likely have to get it yourself. Go ahead and treat yourself with these ideas.