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How to Teach Kids to Find Things - SavvyMom

How to Teach Kids to Find Things

It can feel so frustrating to be asked again and again to find things when our kids can do it themselves. Here’s how to start teaching them to do exactly that.

Is it neurodiversity or bad parenting? SavvyMom

Is It Neurodiversity or Bad Parenting?

There is fear in not knowing if your child’s behaviour is due to parenting or the possibility of neurodiversity. So how can you tell if it’s “bad parenting” or neurodiversity?

Flexible Work = Trade Offs - SavvyMom

Advocating for Flexible Work = Trade Offs

Working remotely added a more flexible work life balance to our days. If your company is returning to the office, advocating for hybrid may mean trade offs.

Ideas for Celebrating Family Day - SavvyMom

Getting Back to the True Meaning of Family Day

No matter who you hang out with on Family Day, consider this an opportunity to focus on and show appreciation for one another.

Are Your Children Asking for Adult Skincare Products? - SavvyMom

Are Your Children Asking For Adult Skincare Products?

Experts agree that some children may be doing more harm than good with trendy adult skincare products and routines.

Why parents are so tired

Why Parents are Bone-Achingly Exhausted

I never thought I could love my bed or couch so much, and yet I don’t yield all my time to them. Because I cling to the pre-parent person I also am.

How to choose between an RRSP or TFSA - SavvyMom

How to Choose Between an RRSP or TFSA

It’s that time of year again. When you’re staring down your taxes, here’s how to choose between an RRSP or TFSA…

Grandmas do things differently - SavvyMom

Grandmas Don’t Do It Wrong, They Just Do It Differently

My kids needed to know that while Nonna’s house was a magical place, their home was reality. Grandmas do things differently.

Stop Making Excuses for Your Kids' Behaviour - SavvyMom

How to Stop Making Excuses for Your Kids

When we use excuses, we don’t have to admit that we don’t know what to do to make things better. What can we do instead?