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Should We Make Our Kids Say Sorry?
If we make our kids say sorry ‘in the moment,’ we are not teaching, we are forcing them and potentially entering a power-struggle.
The Perfect, Super Simple, Make-At-Home Summer Treat: The Ice Cream Sandwich
There’s nothing like cold ice cream smothered between fresh-baked cookies. Here’s how to put together an awesome ice cream sandwich.
Summer Birthday Party Idea: An Afternoon Ice Cream Party
An afternoon ice cream party is a great idea for a summer birthday party. It’s quick, easy, and won’t last all day (and cleaning up won’t take all night).
Simple Frozen Chocolate Milk
Save your money and make your own version of expensive frozen hot chocolate. Here’s how to make easy frozen chocolate milk.
20 Tips for Parents Prepping Kids for Their First Time at Overnight Camp
Sending your child for their first time at overnight camp can be very emotional. Here are 20 tips to make this monumental experience A LOT easier for first-time parents.
8 Go-To Summer Side Dishes
Move over main event. These 8 stunning summer side dishes are gonna steal the show at your next BBQ!
Tips for Successfully Camping with Kids
Our family has camped since my oldest was four and my youngest was one. Here are the things we’ve found key to successfully camping with kids.
The Best Splash Pads & Wading Pools in Calgary
Need a break from the summer heat? Check out our list of splash pads and wading pools in Calgary and get ready to have a splish-splashin’ great time!
The Best Pools & Splash Pads in Vancouver
Check out the following list for the best in fun and entertaining pools and splash pads in Vancouver and surrounding areas.
Splash Pads & Wading Pools in Toronto
It’s summer in the city and, make no mistake, it can get HOT. Thankfully, we have many places where kids can have fun while they cool down. Here are some of our favourite Toronto splash pads and wading pools.
The Best Pools, Water Parks & Splash Pads in Ottawa
We’ve rounded up a list of amazing outdoor water play areas and splash pads in Ottawa that will cool everyone off while having fun.
Why Did She Stay? Why Did I Stay?
I thought I was strong. I thought I was smart. I know people are wondering why did she stay in an abusive marriage for over 20 years?
Lesser-Known Games to Play with Your Kids
Looking for some new and fun ideas for outdoor activities? Here are some lesser-known ideas for games to play with your kids.
DIY Smoothie Packets
Smoothies make for beat-the-heat breakfasts and nutritious after-school snacks. These DIY smoothie packets save time and help you to blend up something at a moment’s notice.
Watermelon Lemonade
Wondering what to do with that giant watermelon you keep lugging home from the store? Intoducing this watermelon lemonade recipe!
How to Plan a FUN Backyard Vacation
A backyard vacation can be a fun and inexpensive way to spend time together and build new memories as a family while spending time in green space.
How Much Should Your Kids Be Reading Over Summer?
We look at summer learning loss, how many books should your kids be reading over summer, the dangers of apps, and some great book recommendations.
The Importance of Free Play: Children Who Have It Develop Stronger Creative Skills
It’s believed by many respected experts that the childhood experience of engaging in free play is on the decline. But the benefits of giving children unstructured time are critical to development.
Warm-Weather Batch Cooking
Batch cooking in the summer? It’s one of the easiest ways to get food on the table in the months when you’d really rather be doing anything else, preferably outside.
11 Delicious Summer Cocktails Perfect for Sipping
Wipe down that patio furniture and pull out your sundresses from storage. These 11 summer cocktails will take you all the way through to Labour Day.