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I May Not Agree With Your Parenting Style, But I’ll Defend It To The Death

There might be 50 ways to leave your lover, but there are at least 50,000 ways to shame a mother.

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The Tipping Point: Going From Two Kids To Three

Having your first kid is a shock to the system. Going from one to two kids seems a little less staggering. But three is a whole new ball game.

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Tips On Talking To Your Child About Their Body

When puberty is on the horizon, the more our kids know about their bodies, the less confusing, embarrassing or mystical getting older will seem.

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The Best Snowsuits for Toddlers & Kids

We’ve scouted out our favourite options to bring you our top picks for winter wear this year. Here are a bunch of options for a range of budgets and activities.

Best Kids’ Winter Boots for 2020

Here are our favourites for this year that are both warm and waterproof.

At Home Halloween Ideas

Easy At-Home Party Games and Snacks for Halloween

If you’ve decided to stay home this year, here’s a guide to the simple Halloween games and snacks that will make for an entire day of fun.

Easy Family-Friendly Dinner Recipes

7 Easy, Family-Friendly Dinner Recipes

When things like virtual school, homework and busy schedules are pulling you away, a simple, kid-approved dinner would be nice. Here are a few of our favourites.

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The Secret to Solving Most Common Kids’ Sleep Issues

Many parents might balk at the thought of making big changes to schedules, but it can be a secret remedy for many sleep issues in children.

10 Do’s and Don’ts For a Safe & Happier 2020 Halloween

If you’re in a region of Canada that is still proceeding with trick-or-treating, and you plan to go out, here are 10 helpful tips to keep everyone safe and happy.

Halloween Activities, Crafts & Snacks For Kids

Whatever you end up doing this Halloween, you can still enjoy plenty of build-up to the day with activities, crafts and snacks.

From Money Matters to Cancelling Plans, Why Honesty Truly Is The Best Policy These Days

Interestingly, after months, I’ve gotten much better at being honest with people. It’s still not the greatest feeling, but I’m no longer embarrassed.

The Expectations on Mothers Forced Me to the Emotional Brink

I was too tired and too depressed to keep up the juggling act.

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Nobody Has The Same Set of Rules About Covid Protocol, So What’s a Parent Supposed To Do?

The federal government has its own set of guidelines, the provincial, another. Schools and extracurricular activities each have their own. Confused? Same.

AUGUST 3, 2020 Are We Doing Pandemic Back-To-School or Not?

Colds. Custody. Confusion! I Didn’t Want My Son To Get Tested for Covid. His Father Did.

Out of an abundance of caution, my son’s father wanted our son to get tested for Covid. Out of an abundance of caution, I did not.

Calling All Canadian Mom Entrepreneurs

If you’ve always wanted to be an entrepreneur, now’s the time! Pitch your business for a chance to win $10,000 cash and $20,000 in business services.

6 Easy Crafts For Kids To Do While You’re Working

With a lot of our kids staying home from school due to minor sniffles already, there’s a good chance that many sick days are in our futures.

We Can’t Go Home and It Hurts

The world felt so small a year ago. And now how many of us, stranded from the people we love, would pay anything just to sit together around a kitchen table?

This Stage of Parenting? It’s Exhausting Too

When all three of my kids reached school-age, I mistakenly believed that I was going to finally be a woman of leisure. Nobody told me that it just gets busier.

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How To Help Your Child Develop Healthy Self-Esteem

Here are a few simple ways you can help foster a feeling of self-love and confidence in your child.

Superfoods You Can Easily Add To Your Family’s Diet

These food choices are a good way to start giving your family’s immune system the upper hand. Read on for creative ways to sneak in superfoods.