Family Life

How to Tell Your Kids You Lost Your Job - SavvyMom

How to Tell Your Kids You Lost Your Job

Job changes can be incredibly stressful for families. If you lost your job, you’re dealing with your own emotions, wounded pride, and financial fears while also having to guide your kids through the transition.

Return to school during covid - SavvyMom

I’m Not Scared About My Kids’ Return to School During Covid

I realize that I’m probably in the small minority of Canadian parents, but I’m actually feeling mostly OK and not scared about my kids’ return to school this fall.

Going Back to School During Covid - SavvyMom

Should I Be Worried About the Kids Going Back to School?

My kids are going back to school and I don’t know how to feel about it! I was eagerly counting the days but now… Shouldn’t I be worried about COVID?

Head Back to the Classroom in Style with These 16 Picks from Carter’s

Here are some of our favourite finds for fashion-loving kids—and just a heads up that all of our picks are on sale for a limited time!

Back-to-School Countdown: Checklist

Love it or loathe it, back to school is almost here. And to make it easier on everyone, it’s best to start some prep now to avoid a rough transition. Here are a few quick tasks to tackle for smooth September sailing.

Happy Wife, Happy Life is Bad for Marriage - SavvyMom

Why “Happy Wife, Happy Life” is Detrimental to Marriage

Shrugging your shoulders and saying “happy wife, happy life” chips away at the foundation of respect and equality good relationships are built on.

Lessons for Sports Parents from Simone Biles - SavvyMom

What Sports Parents Can Learn From Simone Biles

Calling all sports parents. Here are some lessons from an elite and accomplished athlete who understands her own limitations. Her name is Simone Biles.

5 Summer Cookbooks to Inspire Your Next BBQ or Picnic

Sharing a meal outdoors with loved ones is one of my favourite ways to enjoy warm weather. These summer cookbooks have recipes to inspire my next soirée.

Covid-19 in Babies - SavvyMom

Covid-19 in Babies & Kids: My Family’s Experience

Our adventure with Covid-19 in babies and kids began after delivering our son in late March 2021. All four of us, including my preschooler and newborn, tested positive for the coronavirus.