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Cocoa Peanut Butter Bars with Seeds
These crispy-chewy cocoa peanut butter bars are loaded with filling ingredients that also happen to be good for you. Cut and wrap them individually or pack them into a large resealable container for a perfect travel snack that won’t crumble all over the seats.
9 Finger Foods for a Baby’s First Birthday Party
Our nine favourite easy finger foods for babies, toddlers, and the smaller set.
6 Things to Remember About Your Friend Who’s Fighting Cancer
A dear friend is fighting cancer. And when I say “fighting” I mean she’s in a gloves-off, hair-pulling, knees-to-the groin, knock-down, drag-out, all-out war. She is not winning.
Banana Bread Chocolate Chip Muffins
While it’s definitely clear that the internet is not lacking banana bread recipes, this one is by far one of my favourites because it combines all the traditional ingredients you’d find in a banana bread with a few healthy twists – like spelt flour and Greek yogurt.
The Tapping Trend: How I Became The Proud Mother of A Tap Dancer
When the hell did tap dancing become so popular amongst young children and pre-teens?
5 Birthday Parties that Come to You in Ottawa
Planning birthday parties will be a piece of cake with our 5 Ottawa birthday party resources that come to you.
19 Birthday Party Places in Toronto
Birthday bashes for kids shouldn’t require a professional party planner (except in our wildest fantasies, of course). You can still celebrate in style and originality with these spots for birthday parties in Toronto.
My Biological Clock Stopped Ticking After One Baby (And I’m Glad)
I realized a few months after becoming a mother that it takes a special type of person to have more than one child in diapers at the same time. I realized just as quickly that I am not that type of person, though I was certain I would be.
Who’s the Boss (Baby)?
Any parent who has brought a new baby home to an older sibling is familiar with the feelings of uncertainty…
La Machine Arrives: A Dragon & Spider Will Be Roaming Around Downtown Ottawa
Were you aware that a dragon-horse and spider will soon be roaming around downtown Ottawa? La Machine is coming to Ottawa between July 27 and July 30.
6 Beautiful Campsites Within a Two-Hour Drive From Toronto
If full-on Algonquin-style camping isn’t for you, you can still find some beautiful places to camp within a two-hour drive from Toronto. Here are 6 provincial parks not too far away from home to explore.
Realistic Road Trip Hacks for Parents
If you have kids, like to travel and enjoy a moderate amount of self-punishment, a family road trip is the perfect vacation for you. If you’re ready to hit the road, here are some tips for making the most of your trip.
5 Places to Take Your Kids Hiking This Summer
With summer here, the trails are calling to go hiking. South Western British Columbia has a bunch of great options for taking the kids hiking. Here are a few of our top picks.
Where the Wild Things Are: 10 Top Spots for Wildlife Experiences Near Calgary
You don’t need to hop on a plane to embark on a wildlife adventure. Not when 587 species of mammals, birds and fish live in Alberta. Check out these prime spots for wildlife viewing close to Calgary.
Ottawa’s Newest Patio: Tavern on the Hill
Gourmet hot dogs. Lots of cold drinks. In beautiful downtown Ottawa. And it’s kid-friendly. We’re in.
How to Keep Your Relationship Strong After Baby
Everyone suggests a date night. But here are some other real, low-pressure and easy ways to help revitalize your relationship during the rough times.
Land of Lemurs Opens at Calgary Zoo
This is not a drill: lemurs have arrived in Calgary. We admit, we haven’t been this pumped about lemurs since The Penguins of Madagascar. Here’s why you should head to the Calgary Zoo soon.
Canoe Club & Kids Programs at Petrie Island this Summer
Check out the great beaches. Have a picnic. Or test out the kid’s canoe club and junior naturalists program. Basically, you need to see Petrie Island as a family this summer.
So What If My Kids Prefer The Nanny?
I’ve never been jealous or angry of my children’s close relationship with their nanny. There’s plenty of room for both nannies and mothers in our kids’ lives.
What to Do About Tummy Troubles in Toddlers & Kids
‘My tummy hurts’ seems to be a common complaint among kids. But how do you know when it’s actually something serious? Here are a few symptoms you can look out for.