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Why we say "I love you to the moon and back" - SavvyMom

Why We Say ‘I Love You to the Moon and Back’

Every night, thousands of parents turn the lights off and say, ‘I love you to the moon and back.’ It’s lovely. But, where did it come from? Who invented that phrase?

10 Books that Teach Children Empathy and Kindness

Reading a book that teaches kindness and empathy can be a great way to foster these same principles at a young age.

Hey Moms: Stop Apologizing for Being Tired - SavvyMom

Attention Moms: Stop Apologizing for Being Tired

Hey moms: I know you’re tired. I see it in your eyes. I got it. I know how you feel. You’re exhausted. Stop apologizing.

How to Build the Perfect School Lunch

How to Build the Perfect School Lunch

If you’re in need of some ideas for your kids’ lunches, we’ve got you covered. Here’s how to pack a perfect school lunch.

Shrunken Apple Heads Craft - SavvyMom

Shrunken Apple Heads

Apples make great Halloween crafts and and these shrunken apple heads are spooky decorations with a little imagination! Don’t forget your favourite pumpkin carving tool!

School Year Transition for babies and toddlers - SavvyMom

5 Easy Things to Do with Babies & Toddlers When Your Older Kids Go Back to School

For some of us, the transition to school leaves our children divided. If your big kids are busy at school, here are some things to do with babies and toddlers when their big kids are back at school.

Savvy Guide to September - SavvyMom

The Savvy Guide to September

The energy and excitement of back to school is often tinged with anxiety. So our Savvy Guide to September will help you make the most of this beautiful month…

Best Leak-Proof Water Bottles for Kids - SavvyMom

Best Leak-Proof Water Bottles for Kids

Here are our favourite leak-proof water bottles for kids and you might as well stock up, because losing a water bottle is unheard of, right? RIGHT?

When You Can't Afford Extracurricular Activities - SavvyMom

Accepting Financial Limitations When You Can’t Afford Extracurricular Activities

When you can’t afford extracurricular activities, it dredges up all kinds of feelings towards financial limitations.

Best age for getting kids to do chores - SavvyMom

Mother’s Little Helper… Getting Kids to Do Chores

Getting started getting kids to do chores by age 2 or 3 has more benefits than getting started when they’re teens. Here’s why and how…