'Tis the season of running around and getting organized for the holidays. Trees are going up (okay, eventually), that little elf guy is ready and we've got our shopping list in full swing. Then we've got the friends and family visits to entertain. Hey, we got this right? Amidst the flurry of … [Read more...]
8 Great Gifts Your Parents And In-Laws Will Love
When it comes to finding holiday gifts for our hard-to-buy-for parents, the calendar seems to roll around super quick. Over the years, I have purchased some clever and thoughtful gifts, and then other times I've bought presents that were last minute and not so interesting. It can be tricky to find … [Read more...]
The 12 Emotions Of Christmas (As Told By One Stressed Mom)
Christmas is coming and guess what, friends? It’s bringing a lot of feelings along for the ride. Forget swans, golden rings, and maids-a-milking—here’s the list you really need to help process your emotions this holiday season. Excitement Ahhhh, guys, Christmas is coming! There’s so much to … [Read more...]
How To Handle Disappointed Children This Christmas
As a kid, I remember the excitement of counting my Christmas presents under the tree. The big boxes and the little boxes held so much mystery—when they were wrapped, I could picture them being anything that I wanted them to be. But that fantasy was sometimes better than what ended up being inside. I … [Read more...]
This Year’s Ross Petty Panto Is Their Most Fun Yet
Christmas just wouldn't be Christmas in Toronto without a Ross Petty Panto. 'Oh, no it wouldn't!' 'Oh, yes it would!' You get the idea. Ross Petty is back for another holiday season—and with it comes all the hit songs, high energy dance numbers, innuendo-laden laughs and (most importantly) … [Read more...]
24 Sanity-Saving Elf On The Shelf Ideas
It's the last day of November which can only mean one thing in the parenting world. Tomorrow, December 1, will see the return of our festive friend (foe?), Elf on the Shelf. With the little guy in red's arrival comes a full month of planning fun and original ways to pose him around the house to … [Read more...]
Enter To Win An Amope Mani And Pedi Prize Pack For The Holidays!
This contest is now closed. Thanks for entering and good luck! Party season has arrived, and even though we're only a week into December, we feel like we need a survival guide already! With holiday soirees to appear at, Christmas plays and recitals to attend, and the promise of catching up … [Read more...]
15 Gift Ideas For The Hard-To-Buy-For On Your List
We all have a few people on our gift list who are THE hardest people to buy for. I've been told I'm one of them but I don't think so! Of course, you can default to gift cards although it isn't very personal. So, here are a few ideas that we've come across and LOVE that you may want to consider. But … [Read more...]
The 6 Stages Of Christmas Shopping For The “It Toy” Of The Year
The holidays are coming! That's supposed to be celebratory, not a lament, but for millions of moms looking for the "it toy" of the year, it can be a struggle. Christmas shopping is hard enough, but when your realize your kids want the one thing they can't have, it can seem even more daunting. They … [Read more...]
Holiday Shopping Tips & Gift Ideas From A Gift-A-Holic
I’m someone who gets joy out of giving gifts to friends and family. I love the look on their faces when I’ve nailed their gifts, and I consider myself a gift-a-holic. This time of year, it’s very easy for me to get excited and maybe a little bit carried away. I try to get a jump start on my holiday … [Read more...]
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