Archives: Savvy Stories

Five Marriage Tips from His Perspective

Every man is different but it’s important to know how they feel loved, cared for and supported just as you…

Life/Work Lessons with Momboss and Perfume Maker Barb Stegemann

‘Women should value giving birth to their ideas as much as they value giving birth to their children.’ Oprah didn’t…

Learning to Sew: Tooth Fairy Pillow

You don’t have to be an avid seamstress to teach your children the basics of sewing. You can show them…

24 Hours to Improving Baby’s Sleep

It’s been 6 months. Or 12. Or maybe even 48 long, sleepless months. But somewhere along the way, you gave…

It’s Lobster Season! The Best Spots In Halifax for Lobster-Loving Foodies

Fall marks one of two peak lobster seasons in Atlantic Canada—the other being December. Rich in protein and omega-3 fatty…

7 Audiobooks for Your Next Drive

Back-to-school, back-to-the-grind, back-to-traffic!  For many, September marks the return of commuter traffic.  Audio books and podcasts are worth taking the…

Battles Over Tech Time Rules

I procrastinated a long time before writing this report on my family’s back-to-school rules around tech time. I doubted I…

Homemade Salsa

Now that September is here, my cherry tomatoes are really starting to come in.  They are coming much faster than…

Bedtime Conversations With a 6-Year Old

Tonight was program night at the kids school. It’s a night for the teachers to let the parents know what…

The Key to a Happy Marriage and a Good Night’s Sleep

If you live with your significant other, I am sure you can relate to night time battles for the covers.…