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11 Candid Truths of Dating A Single Mother
In many cases, we single mothers are a catch and come with perks! Here are 11 truths about what it’s really like to date a single mother. (And, yes, this too goes for dating a single father!)
Parents, Please Stop Asking Facebook What the ‘Wait Time’ is at Your Local Emergency Room
Taking our kids to the ER is, unfortunately, a pretty standard part of parenting. But here’s the thing… Facebook groups are not the place to go for medical advice.
The Best Kid-Friendly Spas & Nail Bars in Ottawa
Perfect for a mom-and-me date (or dad-and-me!), a special outing, or a birthday party, we love these Ottawa-area spas that cater to kids with fun treatments, haircuts, mani-pedis, and more.
When Did “You Do You” Become Every Parent’s Catchphrase?
By responding, ‘You do you,” I wanted to show this mother that I didn’t care and, also, I thought she was being ridiculous. “You do you,” was just a nicer, kinder way of saying, “I have better things to worry about, like the due date on the yogurt in my fridge.”
I’m So Much More Than the “Frame” in My Family Portrait
The frame allows everything within to be shaped and contained, and while that’s hardly a bad thing it’s still relegation to the margins. Why should we exist on the periphery, and not at the centre?
Why Dads Need to Show Up Every Day
Can being involved be overwhelming? Sure. Exhausting? Definitely. But I wouldn’t have it any other way, and I know plenty of dads who are exactly the same.
The Best Places to See Baby Animals Around the GTA
Looking for something fun to do with the kids outside now that it finally feels like summer? Check out our…
My 7-Year-Old Has A Television In His Bedroom & I Really Don’t Care
My ex is lucky that I didn’t give AF about him buying our son a television for his room. This could have turned into another battle over differing parenting styles, like many divorced people I know who share custody.
4 Things I’ve Learned About Being a Happier Parent
Here’s how I learned to get into the moment, dial down the overwhelm and find my inner calm. (It took some serious digging.)
SavvyMom PK Beans Explorer’s Club Contest Rules and Regulations
The following contest is intended for play in Canada (excluding Quebec) only and shall only be construed and evaluated according…
Picky Eating is a Battle I’m Not Willing to Fight
When I look at the eating habits of my wildly different children, what I see is different personalities. Not bad habits.
Who Will Help the Children Who Struggle Without Educational Assistants?
When deep cuts are made to education in Ontario we lose educational assistants. That fact absolutely terrifies me.
What to Put in a Natural First Aid Kit for Your Family
Here are some items to have in a first aid kit based on intel from the Red Cross and Kids Health, with some natural items added in.
7 Things to Do in Vancouver for Under $5
Having a family isn’t cheap, but there are still plenty of places in Vancouver where you can all go to have maximum fun on a minimum budget. Here are some of our family-favourite spots in and around Vancouver.
Top Gymnastics Centres for Kids in Ottawa
Kids are always looking for ways to jump, bounce and roll and gymnastics is a fantastic opportunity for them to burn off some energy and learn new skills.
Allergy-Friendly Restaurants in Toronto
Whether your family is ready to dive into dining out with food allergies or prefers to take baby steps, here are the must-stop spots to try in Toronto.
Pick of the Week: Live Clean Baby Skincare
The shampoo & wash is especially great, because it’s both gentle and unscented, making it perfect for little-kid skin to retain that amazing smell.
Must-Take Infant First Aid & Other Safety Classes in Ottawa
Keep your family safe and sound with these must-take safety classes in Ottawa, including infant first aid, infant CPR, babysitting and car seat safety.
Should You Have Kids? The ‘Parental Indecision Therapist’ Trend
“Motherhood Clarity Mentors” and “Parental Indecision Therapists” may sound like another “Holly-weird” trend. But, women nowadays have never been so indecisive about having a baby.
Saskatoon Farm: A Family-Favourite Outing for Summer
The Saskatoon Farm is only a short 20-minute drive from Calgary but it has a wonderful country feel. Here’s why their easy-to-access, yet off-the-beaten-path location is a perfect little family outing this summer.