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Why We Should Be Grateful for Stay-at-Home Moms

We need to give each other, and ourselves, a break. In particular—stay-at-home moms.

Pick of the Week: Oven to Table by Jan Scott

When my husband and I recently decided to up our dinner game after realizing we were stuck in a boring food rut, we discovered the incredible benefits of one-pan, one-sheet and one-pot meals.

Zero-Waste Living

What I Wish I Had Known About Zero-Waste Living

I’ve been trying to move towards a zero waste lifestyle, and it’s not easy. Here are some tips, tricks and advice that I wish someone had told me.

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Reality TV Shows You Can Watch with the Kids (And All Enjoy)

Curling up on the couch with our minis and watching TV is a nice way to relax. Here are a few of the most enjoyable and kid-safe reality TV shows everyone can enjoy.

How to Find a Family Doctor in Ottawa

It might actually be easier to find a needle in a haystack than to find a family doctor in Ottawa—and searching for a doctor is the last thing you need when your kids are sick. Start looking now, and be prepared to have patience—and use these tips to try to make the search a little easier.

What a Cancer Scare Taught Me About Motherhood

What a Cancer Scare Taught Me About My Health, Women’s Bodies & Motherhood

What’s it going to take to get us to accept and openly talk about the good, the bad and the ugly of women’s health and our bodies?

8 Places to Find Free Creative Workshops in Metro Vancouver

These free art workshops and programs in Vancouver let your young Picassos explore art from a new perspective.

St. Patrick’s Day Events for Families in Ottawa

These family-friendly St. Patrick’s Day events will have you dancing and dressing in green!

Best Kids’ Birthday Party Venues in Calgary for Every Interest

With so many options for kids’ birthday parties out there, it can be tough to know what to choose. We’ve narrowed down a few of our favourites for great kids’ birthday party venues in Calgary!

Coconut Pancakes Recipe - SavvyMom

Looking For A March Break Activity? Make These Coconut Pancakes

One of my favourite recipes to cook with my girls? These Coconut Pancakes. They’re fluffy, delicious and packed with loads of flavour.

6 YA Books Adults Will Love, Too

These coming-of-age stories have a depth and richness that keep book lovers going back to the YA shelves over and over again, no matter how old you are. 

What’s on Netflix: Escape Winter With These 15 Summery Shows

If you’re looking to escape the winter blahs without leaving your couch, join us in living vicariously through Netflix. Here’s your guide.

12 Last-Minute Ways To Stay Busy Over March Break in Calgary

If you’re looking for ways to keep your family busy while the kids are off school, there are plenty of fun things to do around Calgary.

Fun Mom’s Night Out Ideas in Calgary

Sure, dinner (and wine!) is often a ‘go-to’ way to spend an evening but, have you thought about shaking up your mom nights?

Spring Break Camps in Vancouver - SavvyMom

Last-Minute Ways to Stay Busy in Vancouver Over Spring Break

As spring break approaches, you may be in need of a few ideas to keep your kids learning, playing and exploring. If you’re stuck for ideas, read on for eight last-minute things to do in and around Vancouver.

This Is Not a Drill: A Harry Potter-Themed Restaurant is Opening Up in Ontario

Lumos and Nox is opening soon in Guelph and promises to be a hot destination for all fans of Harry Potter.

I Let My Six-Year-Old Have Ditch Days Every Few Months Just for Fun

While spending such happy quality one-on-one time with my son, I saw the joy he felt for the rest of the day and well into evening. I had made his day. And spending quality time just with him made my day, too.

Our Favourite Hilarious & Practical Parenting Books by Fellow Parents

Parenting can be really hard. Sometimes it helps to know that there are other parents out there riding on the same roller-coaster, encouraging us to just throw our hands in the air and enjoy the ride.

Movies with Positive Messages to Watch with Your Tween

Sometimes it’s nice to watch a movie that just makes you feel good. Even nicer when you can enjoy it with your kids. These great movies with positive messages are perfect for tweens and parents to watch together.

7 Modern Lessons Every Parent Should Be Teaching Their Children

“Only boring people get bored” and other modern life lessons that I have taught and continue to instill in my children.