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Brown Rice Salad with Edamame and Citrus-Basil Dressing
We make salads with quinoa and farro, and most grains can easily be swapped in these types of salad recipes. This brown rice salad is one of our tried and trues.
How to Play Mother May I
Here’s a classic rainy-day or backyard game that leaves us hoping our kids will adopt the phrase at the very least. Mother, may I? It might just stick!
Children’s Book Review: Josie’s Busy Calendar
The children’s book Josie’s Busy Calendar is a timely look at change and anxiety by a Vancouver writer and mother of two.
Life with a Tween Girl: Keeping Close, Giving Room
As my tween girl navigates the next stage in growing up, it’s up to me to be sure I’m still here for her in the ways she needs – even if neither of us are always sure of what that is.
Breakfast Bread
This simple breakfast bread is almost like a pizza with eggs on top, only it’s healthier, definitely quicker to cook.
How to Host an Old-Fashioned Picnic Birthday Party
Here is a complete primer on how to execute this simple, outdoor, picnic birthday party.
No-Bake Homemade Cereal Bars
Adapted from The Homemade Pantry, these no-bake, homemade cereal bars make a healthy and filling snack using cereal you know your kids will eat.
Children Ruin Everything Finally Gives Us the TV Dad We Deserve… and Need
Historically, TV dads have been the worst. But Canada’s unexpectedly delightful comedy series, Children Ruin Everything, is a game changer.
Flip the Switch on Easter Meals
We want to visit with everyone and truly be present, not stuck in the kitchen for hours on end. With that in mind, here’s how to take the toil out of Easter meals this year.
Awesome Easter Basket Goodies That Aren’t Chocolate
We adore hiding chocolate eggs, but we also want Easter basket goodies that aren’t chocolate (in all the sweet pastels and vibrant hues of spring) to top things up.
Superfoods We Love: Walnuts
Delicious and packing a nutritional punch, we’re sharing the many reasons why walnuts are a superfood we love.
5 Adult Easter Basket Ideas Because Why Should Kids Have All the Fun?
While your kids are munching on chocolate and peeps, it’s only fair that you indulge in a few treats of your own.
I Have No Reason to Be Depressed – But it Came for Me Anyway
I have no reason to be depressed. Nothing specific had triggered the change, it just happened, like a switch being flicked. And it never switched back.
How to Explain Reconciliation to Children
SavvyMom spoke with Dr. Cindy Blackstock, executive director of The Caring Society, to get their advice how to explain reconciliation to children.
Streaming in Canada: What’s On for Kids and Families in April
Looking for something for family movie night or wondering what’s on for kids? We’ve rounded up these fresh family picks that are streaming in Canada this month.
Read an Excerpt from Erin Pepler’s Exciting New Book, Send Me Into the Woods Alone
This isn’t about shaming drinking or moms who drink. It’s about addressing a world where moms are offered wine and jokes instead of empathy, community, and support.
Making It Work in Interfaith Families
Being a child of interfaith parents may raise some concerns. Check out these expert tips on discussing your religious differences.
How Do I Love Masks? Let Me Count the Ways
My body, my choice. It’s a free country. Also, I have an immunocompromised child I’m trying to protect. Here are 5 reasons why I love masks.
The Original, Classic Rice Krispie Squares Recipe
The great thing about this recipe for classic Rice Krispie squares is you can sub in any other cereal and it still works great.
No More Sore Losers
Prevent tantrums and teach your child to lose gracefully with these three tips.