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This Fitness Program in Calgary Truly Understands Moms

These affordable, flexible classes offered by Maria Schuba—a mom of two and prenatal/postnatal fitness expert—are all about helping us regain our strength and, more importantly, our confidence.

Road Trip Safety Tips from a Mom & Licensed Technician

Here are some really helpful tips from a licensed auto service technician (and mom!) on how you can get your car ready for fall road trips.

Here’s Where Every Shape and Size Can Get the Best Bra Fitting in Toronto

When I was having trouble finding a bra that actually supported and shaped my mammoth breasts instead of merely just containing them, my sister shared her undergarment secret with me.

Toys ‘R’ Us Files for Bankruptcy

The iconic and well-known toy store filed for bankruptcy Monday night after more than 10 years of struggling.

The Two Words that Changed Everything (and Ruined My Mat Leave)

I am a fiercely independent person and this was something that I just could not handle. Over the next few weeks, I was lost. I was so angry.

Bye Bye Baby Showers? Hello ‘Sip and See’ Parties!

Are baby showers going out of style? Because there’s a new trend in town when it comes to celebrating newborns, called ‘Sip and See’ parties.

Pick of the Week: Pureology’s Colour Fanatic Leave-In Spray

I recently managed to get my hands on a sample size of this leave-in conditioning spray and I can now safely say that I. Am. Obsessed.

No, Adopting My Child Was Not My Last Resort

I don’t love my children any less because they didn’t grow inside me. Parenting is about much more than biology.

5 Healthy Breakfasts Your Toddler Will Love

From fun bagel faces to a DIY instant oatmeal that will forever change your mornings, we’ve got some great healthy breakfasts that your kids are sure to love.

NICU Awareness Month

Life Lessons Learned in the NICU

I really thought I wasn’t going to make it to the other side of this ordeal. I thought I wasn’t strong enough. I felt spent and weak.

The 4 Best Places to See Fall Foliage in Vancouver

Vancouver is known for its towering Douglas Firs, but its patchwork of autumn colours and gorgeous fall foliage are also a sight for eyes big and small to behold.

Best Local Ottawa Shops to Get Last-Minute Back to School Gear

Are you noticing that the backpack you thought would last is falling apart? Or maybe your child’s growth spurt happened this week (of course it did). We’ve rounded up some local shops where you can still purchase great back to school items.

8 Vancouver Moms Who Are Killing It on Instagram

8 Vancouver Moms Who Are Killing It on Instagram

From spectacular scenery to everyday mom moments (#momlife), we’ve put together a list of our favourite Vancity moms who are rocking it on Instagram.

17 Family-Friendly Dining Spots in Calgary

15 Family-Friendly Dining Spots in Calgary

Eating out and avoiding the mess can be tempting, but also difficult to manoeuvre. So here are 15 family-friendly restaurants we’ve found just for you.

Let’s Be Real: Moms Don’t Have Time to Be Sick

There’s nothing worse than being told, as a mother, that, ‘You need rest.’ Um, how?

Why My Teen Daughter’s First ‘Real’ Kiss Made Me Cry

My daughter wrote, ‘I had my first kiss. It was a make out!’ I almost burst into tears. I wasn’t prepared.

Oat Bran Ginger Cranberry Scones

Adapted from Gingerbread by Jennifer Linder McGlinn
Makes 12 scones

7 Ways to Help Your Friend Fighting Breast Cancer

I thought I was being a good friend via phone calls, texts and mutual tears, but I was never certain that what I was doing and saying was right. So I asked my friend who was fighting cancer what helped. Here is some of what she told me.

‘Mommy? Can I Have A Baby Brother?’ Uh, How About Nope.

‘Mommy? Can I have a baby brother?’ my son asked in his oh-so-cute five year-old voice. His question came out of the blue and I couldn’t help but burst into (perhaps, nervous?) laughter.

How to See Museums for Free Around the City

The museums we have access to in Ottawa are unmatched in many cities. However, visiting often can get costly for families. Luckily, there are ways to see them on the cheap, thanks to free museum admission days.