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Day Trips and Mini Getaways near Ottawa - SavvyMom

Great Summer Day Trips & Mini Getaways Near Ottawa

We’ve rounded up ideas for summer day trips or mini getaways near Ottawa. And these weekend trips can be the perfect escape at any time of year.

Making Room for Imaginary Friends - SavvyMom

Making Room for Imaginary Friends

As with any developmental stage, there are benefits and disadvantages. Imaginary friends may fill a void when there is no one else around to play with.

8 Reasons to Love Baby Wipes - SavvyMom

8 Ways Baby Wipes Are Magical Long After Your Kids Are out of Diapers

As a mom of two school-agers, baby wipes should be deep in my past, like coconut rum and bad boyfriends. I shouldn’t want or need them, yet, they’re in my car right now.

The Best Homemade Strawberry Jam Recipe - SavvyMom

The Best Homemade Strawberry Jam from Scratch

This is truly the best homemade strawberry jam recipe. And with only 3 ingredients, it’s super easy, too!

5 Perfect Picnic Cocktails - SavvyMom

5 Perfect Picnic Cocktails

Curse the ants at any picnic this summer with a healthy buzz. These 5 perfect picnic cocktails well ensure everyone is having a good time.

Kid-Friendly Card Games

Card Games for Kids Perfect for Family Game Night

Move over, board games! These card games for kids are super fun (and educational, too!) Perfect for your next family game night.

Dear Daughters: 50 Reminders for When School Starts - SavvyMom

Dear Daughters: 50 Reminders for When School Starts

Dear daughters—grab a cheese string and listen up, because this is important. These are things you need to remember when school starts.

3 Easy Breakfast Ideas - SavvyMom

3 Easy Breakfast Ideas for Busy Families

Are your mornings getting hectic? Conquer breakfast with these 3 quick, protein-packed easy breakfast ideas your whole family will love.

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

What’s Streaming in August for Kids and Families

August can be A LOT. Having a few new TV series or movies when you need some downtime is key. Luckily there are many options streaming in August.

Why Does It Feel Like We're Always Doing it Wrong? - SavvyMom

Why Does it Feel Like We’re Always Doing it Wrong?

“I didn’t take my kids camping this summer, I don’t buy organic, the iPad is our babysitter …” There are a million ways to feel like we’re always doing it wrong.

Peanut Butter Chocolate Frozen Banana Ice Cream

Funny how the frozen banana ice cream craze that popped up many moons ago is still very much a thing. This version is a perfect summertime snack.

Corn Recipes - SavvyMom

15 Corn Recipes (Besides Plain Ol’ Corn on the Cob)

While it’s hard to tire of this popular side dish, there are so many ways you can enjoy fresh, local corn while it’s at its best. Corn recipes are a thing!

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.