Work-life balance in this day and age seems as attainable as owning a rainbow coloured unicorn. It’s something people high up in organizations seem to give some lip service too, but in practice? It seems like it hardly ever plays out the way it’s promised to, or at least desired to. It certainly … [Read more...]
Make A DIY Mail-A-Hug Card With Your Kids
I have distinct memories of my mom explaining how to write a letter when I was a kid. She required I do this around the holidays every year at card-sending time (we have a lot of overseas relatives.) I had no idea what to write, and although she helped me out with some prompts, I never got into it. … [Read more...]
Five Ways To Make The Holidays Magical For Kids
Growing up, my mom did a really incredible job of making Christmas feel magical. My most distinct memories were the personal visits from Santa himself (from the real Santa, not the mall Santa) that she'd orchestrate. My sister and I would be totally surprised, entranced, and feel so, so, so special. … [Read more...]
The Coolest Holiday Gifts For Big Kids
There’s nothing “babyish” about the items we selected for this holiday gift guide, curated especially for big kids around the ages 7-12. These items can spark creativity, promote physical activity and inspire new ways of play. With innovative technologies and styles, plus cool spins on classic … [Read more...]
How To Make Your Own Advent Calendar
For a kid, the slow-crawling month leading up to Christmas is way better when you have an advent calendar. But even better than counting down the days with cheap chocolate and generic message is a DIY calendar that you can make and fill with whatever you want. Taking a spin through Buzzfeed's … [Read more...]
UrbanKitchen: Becel Chocolate Peppermint Thumbprint Cookies
The holidays are around the corner, and that means it’s time to start thinking about what kind of cookies you’re going to bake this year. But, if you’re anything like me—a busy mom with a full-time job and lots of obligations around the festive season—you’re a little overwhelmed at the thought of … [Read more...]
Nine Outdoor Fall Activities For The Whole Family
Fall is the time of year to be outside, hands down. Aside from the fact that it's often the most scenic time in Canada, it's also a time when communities just tend to come together for fall fairs, park cleanups, and other festive little affairs, offering an easy way for your family to get out and … [Read more...]
Five Of The Best Ghost Walks In Canada
Ghost walks can make for some of the best Halloween memories when you’re growing up. A neighborhood transformed into a haven of haunts, like you’re stepping into a Halloween Town ala The Nightmare Before Christmas, is pretty enthralling for a kid, in a scary-yet-fascinating-and-slightly-overwhelming … [Read more...]
Stylish Lunch Bags For Cafeteria Cool
There’s no reason to match your lunch bag to your outfit, but there’s also no reason not to. Gone are the days of bulky plastic boxes, and here we are in an era where cute carrying cases are plentiful. Check out some of our favourites for this back-to-school season. LittleLife Animal Lunch … [Read more...]
The Twenty Minute, No Equipment Backyard Workout
Whether your weekend getaway is a lakefront cottage or your very own backyard oasis, this Belly Bootcamp workout will whip your full body—legs, core, upper body, and cardiovascular system—into shape in just twenty minutes so you can save tons of time for relaxing in the summer sun. All you need? A … [Read more...]