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Fun Things to See & Do at Doors Open Ontario
If you want to take your kids out for a free day to explore and learn, here are a few spots to see in the GTA. These are just a short drive from Toronto in Markham, Ajax, Halton Region (Milton, Burlington & Oakville), and Oshawa.
Are You Ready to Rock? School of Rock: The Musical is Coming to Ottawa
Andrew Lloyd Webber’s School of Rock: The Musical is coming to Ottawa for a limited showing. Here’s everything you need to know.
SavvyMom is Nominated for the COPA Awards!
The team here at SavvyMom is thrilled to announce that we’ve been nominated for two Canadian Online Publishing Awards for the second year in a row!
18 Truths About Shared Custody
Here are 18 truths, in no specific order, of what it’s really like to co-parent when you have shared custody.
Three Tips For Freezer Meal Prep + Four-Ingredient Broccoli Cheddar Patties
Having a supply of various ready-made freezer meals on hand at all times means you can have a home cooked meal on the table in a matter of minutes. Here are some tips for freezer meal prep and a great recipe that freezes well.
Chicken Meatballs
Meatballs are little bundles of goodness that are also perfect for dipping.
Kids Shows We Actually Like Watching
The Story Bots became the best kids science show on TV when they dropped a robot out of a plane, yelling “Yippee Ki-yay, mother…nature!”
Please Stop Saying “Mercury is in Retrograde.” What Does That Even Mean?
Every time something goes wrong in my life, from spilling coffee to a leak in my roof to being late to pick up my kids, all my mom friends tell me, “It’s because Mercury is in retrograde.”
Fall Birthday Party Ideas in the GTA
Fall birthdays can be tricky. For one thing, a late-October day could be 15 degrees and sunny, or it could snow. But don’t worry, there are still lots of ways to incorporate fall fun into your child’s celebration. Here’s how.
Fantastic Music Programs with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra for Every Age & Stage
If you’re thinking about a fun musical experience for your little one, check out some of these programs at the VSO for babies, toddlers, and school-aged children.
Girl Expo Canada Brings Message of Girls’ Empowerment to Toronto
On September 23rd, the Westin Prince hotel will become girl power ground zero as athletes, authors, advocates, entrepreneurs, and performers converge for Girl Expo Canada: one full day dedicated to inspiring girls ages 5 to 12.
Where to Take the Kids to Ride a Train in Calgary
There’s just something about trains, isn’t there? Why not take your favourite kiddo to see their favourite thing on four wheels? You probably already feel like you live in the Wild West, so make it official and climb aboard to ride the rails.
9 Great Dance Studios for Kids in Calgary
If you’d like to get your little one moving and grooving into dance, check out these nine great dance studios in Calgary.
A Parent’s Guide to Surviving the First Year of Daycare & School Colds
Here’s what you need to know about managing your kids’ colds and keeping everyone as happy and healthy as possible this school year.
I’m Not a Pinterest Mom. And I’m Finally Okay With It.
It took me a lot of effort and discarded organizational books to realize that we aren’t all meant to be the same.
My Kid is Now Eating Dinner At 3:45 pm. Here’s Why
Why isn’t my kid eating lunch? How can my six-year-old survive an entire school day, without eating anything but breakfast at home at 7:15 am?
I Had No Idea Two Out of My Three Kids Needed Glasses
We shouldn’t have waited as long as we did, but that’s parenting for you—there’s a fine balance between being overprotective and doing the right thing. And you’ll often feel like you’re failing at getting it all right.
I Was Overwhelmed By Infertility—So I Started Writing About It
I wrote about how I felt when I learned, cycle after cycle that I wasn’t pregnant, yet again. And when I had my first miscarriage, my writing became the therapy I never got.
Free Groups & Play Classes Around Vancouver You Might Not Know Exist
All of these groups and play classes are free—yes free—and will have you and your kids making friends and finding fun in some new and surprising ways.
Family-Friendly Things To Do in Ottawa This Month
The fall is jam-packed with exciting autumn fun for the entire family. The weather remains pleasant (and for some, even more tolerable than the stifling summer heat) and the city is bustling with fairs, events and special occasions to celebrate the season.