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Don't Be the A**hole Sports Parent - SavvyMom

Don’t Be the A**hole Sports Parent

Ever read a news article where you’re legitimately embarrassed that it’s real? Although you’re probably not surprised. There’s at least one a**hole sports parent on every kids’ team.

3 DIY Food Bars for Easy Summer Entertaining - SavvyMom

3 No-Cook DIY Food Bars for Easy Summer Entertaining

I love summer entertaining, but I’m not fond of spending all my time by the stove (or grill) while guests mingle and chat without me. Enter no-cook DIY Food Bars!

Can We Stop Over-Parenting Our Kids? - SavvyMom

Can We Stop Over-Parenting Our Kids?

Moms these days are terrible at slowing down, myself included. We treat parenting like a sprint instead of the marathon that it is. We are totally over-parenting.

Calgary Picnic Spots - SavvyMom

The Best Calgary Picnic Spots for Families

The perfect picnic location comes with a view and something to do, and fortunately, there are lots of Calgary picnic spots that fit the bill.

Best Ottawa Picnic Spots - SavvyMom

Best Ottawa Picnic Spots for Families

Looking for a more secluded area, something with lots of space, playgrounds, or people watching? These Ottawa picnic spots are guaranteed to not disappoint!

Best Vancouver Picnic Spots - SavvyMom

Best Vancouver Picnic Spots

Our fair city boasts some pretty spectacular parks and places to gather – here are the 5 best Vancouver picnic spots.

Best GTA and Toronto Picnic Spots - SavvyMom

Best GTA and Toronto Picnic Spots

We round up the best Toronto picnic spots and other destinations where your family can easily gather. All suggestions are kid-friendly and all either have washrooms on-site or nearby.

Ideas for a screen-free weekend - SavvyMom

Fun Activities to Fill a Screen-Free Weekend

From time to time we like to press the reset button and go for a screen-free weekend. Here are some fun ideas to make that seem not so scary.

How Walkie-Talkies Saved Bedtime

At our house, bedtime is torture for everyone involved. My five-year-old has night fears. I get it, and I feel for him. I do. But thank goodness I had a lightning strike idea finally.

7 Fresh Cocktail Ideas - SavvyMom

7 Fresh Cocktail Ideas to Make this Weekend

Move aside beer. We’ve got 7 fresh cocktail ideas to add some oomph to summer weekends.

Different varieties of squash and zucchini on wood table

5 Ways to Survive a Bumper Crop of Zucchini

Are you pawning off zucchini any chance you get? Neighbours starting to avoid you? Here are 5 ways to survive a bumper crop of zucchini.

8 Drool-Worthy Ice Cream Sandwiches - SavvyMom

8 Drool-Worthy Ice Cream Sandwiches

We’re seriously drooling over these 8 delectable ice cream sandwiches. We’ve got one for every day of the week and then some!

I Relish Time Away from the Kids - SavvyMom

I Relish Time Away from the Kids & I’m Not Sorry About It

When my youngest started kindergarten, I held a parade. I uncorked champagne. I wore a sash reading “Queen of Freedom.” I relish time away from the kids.

Eating Mindfully Tips - SavvyMom

Forget Willpower. Eating Mindfully Is Better

Are you eating mindfully? Studies prove just how unperceptive we can be about what we eat and when.

The Invisible Workload of Motherhood - SavvyMom

The Invisible Workload of Motherhood Is Killing Me

It’s the things we do for our families that are necessary but go completely unnoticed. The endless list of small tasks that would only ever draw attention if they didn’t happen.

Outdoor Activities for kids - SavvyMom

Back-to-Basics Outdoor Activities for Kids

You likely already have all the supplies you need at home to enjoy some of these back-to-basics outdoor activities for kids.

Raising Children of Colour - SavvyMom

How to Raise Children of Colour in This New Age of Awareness

Our son participated in Black Lives Matter marches before he even started Junior Kindergarten. This is the reality for our family. Here’s what we’re focusing on raising children of colour.

Grilled Fruit with Honey-Lime Yogurt Sauce

Grilled fruit is tangy and sweet, just like the honey-lime yogurt sauce that goes along perfectly with it. YUM.

What's Streaming in July for Kids & Families - SavvyMom

What’s Streaming in July for Kids and Families

These TV shows and movies streaming in July on Canadian streaming services are bound to help cool things down this summer.

Is It Even Worth It to Work?

I was speaking to a family member about the cost of summer camp when she dropped a bomb. “Is it even worth it for you to work?”