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Ottawa Parent and Child Expo

Here’s Something To Do This Weekend: The Ottawa Parent & Child Expo

There are loads of great products and services from local exhibitors for parents, and tons of activities and events for kids, too. Here’s what to see and do this weekend.

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To All the Amazing Dads Raising Daughters: Thank You

When I met my husband, he was a teenage boy with tattoos and an affinity for punk music. Today, he’s a 35-year-old man with (even more) tattoos and an affinity for punk music. He’s also an incredible father.

I Was Totally “Pretty Woman-ed!” Here’s What Happened

I was met with a salesperson who looked me up and down – TWICE – as if I were a bag of trash a raccoon had ripped into, instead of a customer and, more importantly, a person with feelings.

Simple Ways to Break Up the Monotony of Parenting

Tired of the ‘drag them out of bed, make breakfast, make lunch, forbid television, please do your chores, and flush the damn toilet’ dance? Here’s how break up the monotony of parenting.

Why We Think This Family Film is Going to Be One of the Best of 2019

In our opinion, this incredible stop-motion animation film is one of the best family movies of 2019. Here’s why.

Where To Go on a Rainy Day in Toronto

Where To Go on a Rainy Day in Toronto With Kids

These attractions and activities in the city are great ideas for planning a fun day with the kids, while still staying indoors.

Family Pass

Toronto on a Budget: How To Enjoy the City with Kids—Without Going Broke

This GTA-specific membership program has exclusive offers specifically for kids and families, including discounts on fun attractions, great family shows, and more.

15 Best Places To Take Kids in Calgary

The 15 Best Places To Take Kids in Calgary

Whether it’s a beautiful sunny day outside or the ground is covered in three feet of snow, there are tons of great places to visit around the city to keep busy both inside and outdoors.

17 of the Best Cheap Things To Do in Toronto With Kids

Looking for something to do with the kids in the city? Here’s a list of attractions and events that are easy on your wallet but still tons of fun. 

Things To Do in Ottawa This Month

Three cheers for April! We’ve rounded up places to grab delicious bites, ways to shop local, family fun activities and more in this month’s roundup.

6 Inexpensive Family Fun Activities Around Vancouver

Vancouver is full of activities that are not only inexpensive but offer up a great time for the whole family. Add to that the beautiful landscape, scenery, and history of this city and it’s a win-win for all.

15 Meal Ideas for Toddlers (And the Whole Family, Too)

There is nothing cuter, or pickier, than a toddler. To ease your mealtime pain, we have a wide array of terrific meal ideas for toddlers to choose from!

Jobjar Calgary

This Website Connects Calgary Homeowners to Vetted Tradesmen to Get Your Odd Jobs Done

Homeowners create a profile and then describe the work they want done. Jobs can be construction related, such as painting, or any smaller reno.

Why You’ll Want to Attend the Originals Spring Craft Sale

If you want to browse over 180 of Canada’s designers, artisans and artists, you’ll want to plan to attend this…

10 Ways to Enjoy Roasted Garlic

What’s good for you and tastes just as good? Garlic—here are 10 ways to include it in your meals.

Girl Power

Is the Girl Power Message Problematic?

When the emphasis at school is on empowering girls, what message does that send our boys?

The Worst Decision Of My Life? Buying a Damn Scale To Weigh Myself

I don’t usually regret the choices I’ve made. Until I bought a scale last month, that is. Now, not only do I regret it, I want to place that scale on my driveway, so I can run over the damn thing with my car.

5 Things the Most Put-Together Moms Never Leave the House Without

Regardless of where you are in your parenting journey, we’re pretty sure you’ll find some useful ideas on our list.

Apps for kids age 2 to 10

Our Favourite Educational & Developmental Apps for Kids Ages 2-10

Here’s a list of a parenting expert’s favourite apps for kids ages 2-12! They not only promote education and development but are also ones the kids will really enjoy.

Orangeheory fitness review

I Tried Orangetheory Fitness for a Month Even Though I Hate the Gym. Here’s What I Think.

I don’t dislike my body or how I look. My desire to be fit has nothing to do with me wanting to be thinner and everything to do with me wanting to have more energy, to feel good and to be strong.