Heather Dixon

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Heather Dixon is Editor-in-Chief of SavvyMom.ca, a writer and a Mom to three highly advanced little girls (according to her husband and her). She’s also a runner, a reader and a lover of wine and beer - which is why she runs.

7 Favourite Childhood Books to Share with Our Kids - SavvyMom

7 Favourite Childhood Books to Share with Our Kids

By Heather Dixon / November 13, 2024

You get a do-over sometimes when you become a parent. Here are a few of my favourite childhood books that I can’t wait for my kids to read and enjoy as well.

Adulthood: A Great Leveller for All of Our Kids

By Heather Dixon / October 13, 2024

By the time we’ve grown up, it’s hard to tell who excelled at what as kids. We’re all pretty much equal, give or take, when it comes to how we live our lives.

5 Princess Books with Strong, Smart Characters

Our Favourite Princess Books with Strong, Smart Characters

By Heather Dixon / September 21, 2024

Here are five of my favourite fun, cute, and empowering princess books. These picks are all appropriate for—and enjoyed by—all ages from toddler to pre-teen.

How Much Should Your Child Be Reading Over Summer? - SavvyMom

How Much Should Your Kids Be Reading Over Summer?

By Heather Dixon / July 5, 2024

We look at summer learning loss, how many books should your kids be reading over summer, the dangers of apps, and some great book recommendations.

13 Reminders for When School ends and Summer Begins - SavvyMom

13 Reminders for When School Ends & Summer Begins

By Heather Dixon / June 15, 2024

Unbelievably, it’s that time of year again. As school ends and summer starts, here are a few things I’d like my kids to remember.

how to be a happier mom - SavvyMom

6 Ways to Be a Happier Mom

By Heather Dixon / May 12, 2024

How do you become a happier mom? What makes one happy? If you have no control over certain things, as we’ve all learned, how do you do it?

8 Things I Learned When My Husband Took Paternity Leave - SavvyMom

8 Things I Learned When My Husband Took Paternity Leave

By Heather Dixon / November 8, 2023

The five of us—my husband and I and our three young daughters, all too young for school yet—were home together for four straight months. That time alone shaped our little family dynamic and I learned a lot.

In Defence of Pink Toys - SavvyMom

In Defence of Pink Toys

By Heather Dixon / October 14, 2023

My kids love spending time with family and friends, experiencing new things, and going on adventures. But they also love toys. Pink toys.

Recipes to Bake During Lockdown

10 Easy Recipes Perfect for Beginner Bakers

By Heather Dixon / May 3, 2023

If you’re looking for something to do with kids to keep them busy and engaged, here are 10 of our favourite easy recipes for beginner bakers.

Whole Wheat Carrot Applesauce Muffins - SavvyMom

Whole Wheat Carrot Applesauce Muffins

By Heather Dixon / January 9, 2023

These light and wholesome carrot applesauce muffins are a delicious snack my kids gobble up. They also make a great addition to school lunches. Perfection.