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Bunch of Inspiration

Ever feel guilty that your kids know more about Dora than DaVinci or that they think Einstein is something you watch on TV, never mind about E=mc2? (Turn on your “time to worry” radar if they say they want to be Spongebob Squarepants when they grow up.)

School Daze

How do you go about choosing a Nursery School? Our friends and readers offer their tips.

Increased Consumption

Is it just us or has wine become a little more important in our lives since we entered into mommy-hood?…

More Wine-ing

Is it just us or has wine become a little more important in our lives since we entered into mommy-hood? Here are 4 picks under $15.

best inexpensvie wines

Red and White All Over

Is it just us or has wine become a little more important in our lives since we entered into mommy-hood?…

best inexpensvie wines

Wine-ing and Dining

Is it just us or has wine become a little more important in our lives since we entered into mommy-hood?
Phew. We’re glad we’re not alone! With this increase in consumption comes the need to find a fashionably affordable (or dare we say “good cheap”) wine.

And what better time to discover a new vintage than on February 14th when a bottle can be shared with a loved one. We’re sure that if you go to the trouble to actually research the wine, schlep to the store to buy it, and then bring it home, your efforts will be most appreciated. (And you should have no problem ordering in dinner!)

Where is the Love?

Barely time to recover from the holiday season and bang! It’s V-day. Hallmark, candies, chocolate and that class list (for all those BFFs)—but where is the love, we ask?
We say bring back Cupid’s real message of Valentines day with some simple acts of love around the home. With a bit of colour (namely red) and some heart-shaped food, you can easily turn a candy holiday into a love day.

So spread the love in your home this year with some of our savvy ideas:

You Can Do It

A package of wipes, extra pair of socks, fruit leather and a small toy for distraction. This is what we…

Bag That

It’s 9:00 p.m. and the kids are asleep. You could a) watch Grey’s b) read a book c) enjoy a…

Dress for Success

Kids’ snowsuits. Check. Boots. Check. Hats, scarves, mitts. Check, check, check. You’re so good at this they’re probably wearing thermal…