Best Kids Shoes for Back to School

Purging Tips to Declutter for Fall

How to Build a Strong Neighbourhood for Kids

How to Ease Out of Summer to Get Ready for School

5 Fun Ideas for Savouring the Last Days of Summer

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Best Kids Shoes for Back to School

These 11 picks are all great options for parents and kids who want the best kids shoes for back to school.

Start the School Year in Style with These Must-Haves from Carter’s

Read on for a peek at the season’s back-to-school must-haves that you’ll want to add to your shopping list.

Family Life

Best Kids Shoes for Back to School

These 11 picks are all great options for parents and kids who want the best kids shoes for back to school.

How to Build a Strong Neighbourhood for Kids

Knowing the neighbours is an important step to create safe and strong communities. Here's some ways to build a great neighbourhood for kids.

The Dos and Don'ts of Bug Bites and Kids

Stop bugging me! Buzz off! Is that the sound of your summer? Here are some Dos and Don'ts for dealing with bugs and bug bites with kids.

Fashion Inspo from The Summer I Turned Pretty

If your tween has fallen hard for everything The Summer I Turned Pretty, here are a few items to round out their wardrobe, décor, and leisure activities.

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Start the School Year in Style with These Must-Haves from Carter’s

Read on for a peek at the season’s back-to-school must-haves that you’ll want to add to your shopping list.

How to Ease Out of Summer to Get Ready for School

Incorporating some of these activities into your family's daily routine throughout the end of summer can make for a smoother transition to get ready for school.

The Facts of Lice

When school's back we'll have something new to deal with. So we’re going to discuss the “The Facts of Lice.” Gah! Right?! What to do about lice?!

5 Fun Ideas for Savouring the Last Days of Summer

By mid-August our summer days are waning. I'm on a mission to help us all make the very most of this sacred time. Here are a few ideas for savouring the last days of Summer.

Food

Your Kid-Approved Back-to-School Grocery List

Sit with your kids and get a list of things they like and dislike. Then make a kid-approved back to school grocery list to stock up so they can chow down.

Simple Frozen Chocolate Milk

Save your money and make your own version of expensive frozen hot chocolate. Here's how to make easy frozen chocolate milk.

14 Corn Recipes (Besides Plain Ol' Corn on the Cob)

While it's hard to tire of this popular side dish, there are so many ways you can enjoy fresh, local corn while it's at its best. Corn recipes are a thing!

S'mores on a Stick

S'mores are the quintessential Canadian summer treat, but they're not exactly tidy to eat! So we made s'mores on a stick for my kid's class.

Health

What to Do When Your Kid's Ear Hurts

"Mommy, my ear hurts!" That dreaded phrase strikes fear into all parents, especially on vacation when you’re not close to your usual medical support system.

The Facts of Lice

When school's back we'll have something new to deal with. So we’re going to discuss the “The Facts of Lice.” Gah! Right?! What to do about lice?!

5 Signs Your Child Needs Glasses

Signs that your child needs glasses aren't always as clear-cut as seeing them squint or mentioning blurry vision. Here's what to look for...

The Classic Symbolism of Depression Might Be Preventing Mine

The classic symbolism of depression, a black dog looms over you and robs you of joy. My black dog is bringing me joy. He has brown paws.

Birthday Parties

6 Perfect Late Summer Birthday Cake Ideas

There's nothing better than a summer birthday party! Here are 6 fun and fabulous summer birthday cake ideas.

9 Tips for Throwing a Kid’s Birthday Party on a Budget

Big plans but a light wallet? Here's our expert tips for throwing a kids' birthday party on a budget.

Decorate-Your-Own Doughnut Birthday Party

Who needs a cake anymore? We say change it up and opt for a decorate-your-own doughnut birthday party instead!

How to Host an Old-Fashioned Picnic Birthday Party

Here is a complete primer on how to execute this simple, outdoor, picnic birthday party.

SAVVYSTORIES

Easter Lemon and Whipped Cream Cake

This Easter treat your family to this bright and cheerful lemon & whipped cream layer cake.

Postpartum Depression Stole My First Year with My Baby

My youngest child is now one and I am left wondering what happened to her first year.