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Water Safety Week - SavvyMom

Drowning Prevention Week: Important Tips for Swimming Safely

During Drowning Prevention Week we focus on water safety and tips and awareness to prevent drowning incidents.

How Long Shuuld the Party Last? - SavvyMom

Birthday Party Planning 101: How Long Should the Party Last?

How long should a birthday party last? How many kids should you invite? Find out with our easy guidelines.

We Need to Talk About Work Life Balance - SavvyMom

Parents: We Need to Talk About Work Life Balance

Offices don’t need more ping pong tables. Parents need work life balance. Invest in your people with flexible hours, more vacation time, and work-from-home options.

Tips for Successfully Camping with Kids - SavvyMom

Tips for Successfully Camping with Kids

Our family has camped since my oldest was four and my youngest was one. Here are the things we’ve found key to successfully camping with kids.

Backyard Family Vacation - SavvyMom

How to Plan a FUN Backyard Vacation

A backyard vacation can be a fun and inexpensive way to spend time together and build new memories as a family while spending time in green space.

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

How Much Should Your Kids Be Reading Over Summer?

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.

The Importance of Free Play - SavvyMom

The Importance of Free Play: Children Who Have It Develop Stronger Creative Skills

It’s believed by many respected experts that the childhood experience of engaging in free play is on the decline. But the benefits of giving children unstructured time are critical to development.

Road Trip Snacks That Travel Well - SavvyMom

Road Trip Snacks That Travel Well

Off to a cottage or making your way across Canada? Your family needs to be well-fed on the way! Here are some road trip snacks that travel well…

The Savvy Guide to July - SavvyMom

The Savvy Guide to July

School is out and the pools and parks are open. Summer is here! But, it won’t last forever. Here’s our Savvy Guide to July to help you make the most of it.