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Your kid-approved back-to-school grocery list

Your Kid-Approved Back-to-School Grocery List

Sit with your kids and get a list of things they like and dislike. Then make a kid-approved back to school grocery list to stock up so they can chow down.

How to Build a Strong Neighbourhood for Kids - SavvyMom

How to Build a Strong Neighbourhood for Kids

Knowing the neighbours is an important step to create safe and strong communities. Here’s some ways to build a great neighbourhood for kids.

How to Ease Out of Summer to Get Ready for School - SavvyMom

How to Ease Out of Summer to Get Ready for School

Incorporating some of these activities into your family’s daily routine throughout the end of summer can make for a smoother transition to get ready for school.

Dos & Don'ts for Bug Bites with Kids - SavvyMom

The Dos and Don’ts of Bug Bites and Kids

Stop bugging me! Buzz off! Is that the sound of your summer? Here are some Dos and Don’ts for dealing with bugs and bug bites with kids.

S'mores on a Stick Recipe - SavvyMom

S’mores on a Stick

S’mores are the quintessential Canadian summer treat, but they’re not exactly tidy to eat! So we made s’mores on a stick for my kid’s class.

Easy S'mores Fudge Recipe - SavvyMom

Easy S’mores Fudge

With only 7 ingredients, children of reading age could make this easy s’mores fudge recipe themselves, with a little help from a supervising parent.

What to Do When Your Child's Ear Hurts - SavvyMom

What to Do When Your Kid’s Ear Hurts

“Mommy, my ear hurts!” That dreaded phrase strikes fear into all parents, especially on vacation when you’re not close to your usual medical support system.

What to Do About Lice - SavvyMom

The Facts of Lice

When school’s back we’ll have something new to deal with. So we’re going to discuss the “The Facts of Lice.” Gah! Right?! What to do about lice?!

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5 Things to Eat Before Summer Ends

The best of summer foods are fleeting. Make sure you eat these 5 things before they are gone!

10 Ooey Gooey Good S'mores Recipes - SavvyMom

10 Ultimate S’mores Recipes to Try This Summer

There’s still plenty of summer left to celebrate each and every day with this classic campfire dessert. Here’s 10 ooey gooey good s’mores recipes to enjoy…

School Lunch Meal Plan - SavvyMom

The 10-Day Back-to-School Lunch Meal Plan

Ease into your back-to-school routine with our 10-day school lunch meal plan, complete with recipes. Mix and match the days for your kids’ preferences.

Recipe: No-Bake S’mores Squares - SavvyMom

No-Bake S’mores Squares

Easy to make in less than 30 minutes, with just five ingredients, you won’t find a simpler dessert than these s’mores squares to make this season.

Fashion Inspo from The Summer I Turned Pretty - SavvyMom

Fashion Inspo from The Summer I Turned Pretty

If your tween has fallen hard for everything The Summer I Turned Pretty, here are a few items to round out their wardrobe, décor, and leisure activities.

Signs Your Child Needs Glasses - SavvyMom

5 Signs Your Child Needs Glasses

Signs that your child needs glasses aren’t always as clear-cut as seeing them squint or mentioning blurry vision. Here’s what to look for…

S'mores Cookies Recipe - SavvyMom

S’mores Cookies

Not just for summer campfires! Chocolately with golden-brown melty marshmallows, these s’mores cookies are a decadent treat for any time of year.

Summer Birthday Cake Ideas - SavvyMom

6 Perfect Late Summer Birthday Cake Ideas

There’s nothing better than a summer birthday party! Here are 6 fun and fabulous summer birthday cake ideas.

Streaming in Canada: What's on in August for Kids - SavvyMom

Streaming in Canada: What’s On in August for Kids & Families

Wondering what’s streaming in Canada? Read on to see what’s on in August on Canadian streaming services for children and families.

The End of Summer Checklist

Make the most of the rest of summer with a checklist! Have the kids write down everything they want to do with their remaining days of summer so that you can try and do it all.

Black Dog Symbolism of Depression - SavvyMom

The Classic Symbolism of Depression Might Be Preventing Mine

The classic symbolism of depression, a black dog looms over you and robs you of joy. My black dog is bringing me joy. He has brown paws.

5 Things to Do When Your Child is Bullying

There’s nothing worse than learning your child is being bullied. Except maybe to learn your child is bullying.