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What's Streaming for Kids & Families in November - SavvyMom

What’s Streaming for Kids & Families in November

Enjoy the lull before the holidays! Here are new movies and shows streaming for kids and families debuting on Canadian services this month.

Savvy Guide to November - SavvyMom

The Savvy Guide to November

Have fun with the family before the calendar fills up! Our Savvy Guide to November makes the most of right now while planning for next month.

Author Heather Dixon - SavvyMom

A Peek into the World of Author Heather Dixon and the Inspiration Behind “Burlington”

Enjoy this exclusive glimpse into the world of author Heather Dixon and discover the inspiration behind her first release, Burlington. Plus! A sneak peek at her upcoming projects.

Halloween Pumpkin Decorating for Little Ones - SavvyMom

Halloween Pumpkin Fun for Little Ones

If your little ones want their very own Jack O Lantern, decorating is a great alternative to Halloween pumpkin carving — no knives required.

Tips for Going Back to Work After Baby - SavvyMom

Tips for Going Back to Work After Baby

One year later. Or more, even. Maybe less. We are going back to work. We are softer (in so many ways and places) but we are still the same person.

Getting Kids Off Their Screens Without a Fight - SavvyMom

Getting Kids to Turn Off their Screens Without a Fight

If enforcing screen limits and getting your kids off their screens is a constant problem, here’s what to do…

In Defence of Pink Toys - SavvyMom

In Defence of Pink Toys

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

Scary Movies for Kids That Won't Scare Them Too Much - SavvyMom

20 Scary Movies for Kids (That Won’t Scare the Pants Off Them)

Scary movies for kids often = sleepless nights for parents. But these spooky movies all have an element of magic that’s perfect for family movie night.

Just Say No to Halloween Cultural Appropriation - SavvyMom

Another Person’s Culture Is Not Your Halloween Costume

“Celebrating” love for a character or culture by dressing as a caricature of it is not honouring anyone. Halloween cultural appropriation is hurtful.