Family Life
The First of an Ongoing Series of Observations about Being a Mom Entrepreneur
There is no doubt that being an entrepreneur is hot these days. There are thousands of small business start ups…
Sugarfest 2007
Four seasons in one day—it’s not just a line from an old Crowded House song, it’s April in Ottawa. Instead…
Eggs-tra Fun
On Easter Sunday it’s OK to have chocolate for breakfast. Why fight it? After all, you’re the one that invited…
That Perfect Little Miracle
That perfect little miracle, otherwise known as a newborn, is with us for such a short time. We miss that time—but that’s why we love the baby shower. It’s our chance to relive those precious days by purchasing those special gifts.
So if you want to win best guest this spring at the next baby shower you are invited to, read our first annual SavvyMom Dream Baby Shower gift guide for a little inspiration.
Po Po Head
Ponchos have had their fashion ups and downs the last few years, to be sure. (Remember the one Martha’s friend in jail knit for her to wear on her release day?)
But we don’t think they’ve ever been out of style for the five and under set for one very important reason—they remove a few wriggling limbs from the getting-dressed equation and that equals time saved and less get-dressed-stress for mom and dad.
Named after different ice cream flavours (we love the Pumpkin Pie and the Pistachio White Chocolate, and created by savvy mom entrepreneur Karen Stark of Vancouver, the cozy ponchos are made from fleece and accented with adorable cotton prints which are used for the lining, trim and front pocket (perfect for keeping treasures in). Karen’s goal is to have ‘101 flavours’ of ponchos and we can’t wait to try them all.
You, Me & TV
It’s a dirty, little secret for most moms (and we salute you if it’s not one of yours). The ultimate ‘can’t live with it/can’t live without it’ thing in our lives, and it’s not that glass of wine (although that could qualify as well). It’s the TV we’re talking about. But sometimes we just need a break and that’s when plopping them down in front of the TV is just oh-so-tempting.
But since we discovered two essential guides to watching TV and movies with your kids, we’re feeling a little less guilty these days. No matter what, the TV isn’t going anywhere and kids are bound to end up watching it—knowing now that there are right ways and wrong ways to watch TV, and that in fact it can be a positive influence if used correctly, definitely helps.
The Proverbial Traveller
Got plans to get out of Dodge yet? Whether it’s a ‘winter’s almost over but it seems like it will never end’ getaway or a ‘must visit Grandma for Easter’ trip’, we have a feeling that planes, trains or automobiles (or some combination thereof) are in your future.
A journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step (packing of course). So take our proverbial advice and check out some of our old faves and new recommendations to make your travels more of a break this spring.
On a long journey, even a straw weighs heavy (never mind an exersaucer). So book your gear to be there when you arrive with baby equipment rentals from Wee Travel or One Tiny Suitcase who offer clean, safe brand-name baby equipment delivered right to your destination.
Healthy Children. A Better World
All parents want to keep their kids healthy, it’s a universal truth. Like me for instance. I have a bit…
Just Teasing
Hey, mom, can I borrow the car?
If you’re like us, you dread the day those words are uttered. Enjoy this stage of denial and laugh about it with a new line of t-shirts for kids by Babytease. We know there are a lot of great t-shirts out there for kids (and adults) but we think this one deserves an honourable mention. Developed by two savvy entrepreneurs, Neena Rahemtulla and Anne Jackson (mom to 3 year old Samara), the Babytease line consists of high quality and very comfy cotton clothing for babies and toddlers in a range of pastel and primary colours. But the ‘what we like’?