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The Importance of Free Play - SavvyMom

The Importance of Free Play: Children Who Have It Develop Stronger Creative Skills

It’s believed by many respected experts that the childhood experience of engaging in free play is on the decline. But the benefits of giving children unstructured time are critical to development.

13 Reminders for When School ends and Summer Begins - SavvyMom

13 Reminders for When School Ends & Summer Begins

Unbelievably, it’s that time of year again. As school ends and summer starts, here are a few things I’d like my kids to remember.

Gift Ideas & Holiday Shopping in Ottawa - SavvyMom

Holiday Shopping in Ottawa for Everyone on Your List

Find unique gifts and support local businesses while you check off your Christmas “to do” list by holiday shopping in Ottawa for everyone on your list.

Tips for a Healthy Holiday - SavvyMom

7 Tips To Enjoying a Healthy Holiday Season

You deserve to enjoy the holidays! Here’s our guide to navigating the indulgent world of Christmas: 7 Tips for enjoying a healthy holiday season

Use Your Best Holiday Manners - SavvyMom

Help Your Kids Mind Their Holiday Manners

You’ll thank us (politely of course) for our list of dos and don’ts to get everyone—kids and adults—through the season using their best holiday manners.

Father's Day Gift Ideas - SavvyMom

Father’s Day Gift Ideas any Dad Will Love (Spoiler Alert: No Socks!)

We’ve got a handful of great father’s day gift ideas for all different types of dads. Ties and socks need not apply.

Non-Chocolate Advent Calendars - SavvyMom

Awesome Non-Chocolate Advent Calendars

In the hunt for fun options, I discovered these picks and wanted to share in case I’m not the only parent looking for non-chocolate advent calendars.

Best Winter Gear for Kids - SavvyMom

Best Winter Gear for Kids

We know, we don’t necessarily want to think about the cold weather either, but the proper winter gear for kids can make the cold and snow more enjoyable.

Things to Do in October - SavvyMom

A Bucket List for October

Putting together an October Bucket List is an easy way to remind us to be thankful, enjoy the season, and stay active outside. Here are our favourite things to do in October…