Jen Millard
Jen Millard lives in Markham, Ontario with her husband, two daughters and three badly-behaved pets. Jen is happiest when she’s got her nose in a book, a glass of wine at her side and a nap on the horizon. When she's not blogging, Jen is wondering how mascara marketers sleep at night and teaching College part-time.
The Problem with New Guidance on Recommended Alcohol Intake
Surprise! Booze is bad for us. But here’s why the World Health Organization’s new guidance on recommended alcohol intake is problematic.
17 Must-Read Mysteries & Thrillers for Summer 2021
Summer reads are best consumed in a shady hammock, or in a cool, dark bedroom as the kids are otherwise occupied. Here’s a list of must-reads with enough chills to keep you cool for summer 2021.
Best Educational (and Fun!) Apps for Kids
Whether it’s astronomy or animals, reading or math, there’s an educational app here for every age and almost any interest.
What are School Dress Codes Really Teaching Our Kids?
School dress codes amplify the emotional and psychological side-effects of body-shaming. And puts accountability squarely on girls.
When All of This Is Over
We just had a semi-normal Halloween. And Thanksgiving. Do we dare hope for a normal holiday season? What will your new normal look like?
How to Create Your Own Valentine’s Day This Year
I love the idea of approaching the 14th with an abundance of self-love and self-acceptance. Here’s how I plan on celebrating myself this Valentine’s Day.
Why My 10-Year Old Isn’t Getting a Phone for Christmas
My ten-year old really wants a smartphone for Christmas. My ten-year old is going to be really disappointed on Christmas morning.
23 of Our Favourite Stocking Stuffer Ideas for Kids
Good things do indeed come in small packages at this time of year! Here’s a list of some of our favourite easy-to-find and sure-to-please stocking stuffers.
I May Not Agree With Your Parenting Style, But I’ll Defend It To The Death
There might be 50 ways to leave your lover, but there are at least 50,000 ways to shame a mother.
The Best Snowsuits for Toddlers & Kids
We’ve scouted out our favourite options to bring you our top picks for winter wear this year. Here are a bunch of options for a range of budgets and activities.