Mother’s Day Gifts that Keep on Giving
If you ask any mom she will tell you that not a day goes by that she isn’t thinking about, or worrying about, her children.&nb...
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Moving Your Baby Into A Crib
Moving a baby from a bassinet to a crib can be a big step for parents! Making the decision to put your baby into a crib, likely in t...
Must-Have Apps for Busy Families
If you have kids, you may find yourself scolding them often for always being glued to their hand-held devices. You may find y...
Operative Delivery Pros and Cons
The decision to carry out an operative delivery in the midst of giving birth can be nerve-wracking for many expectant mothers. ...
Overcoming Test Anxiety By Using Private Tutors
Private Tutors – It’s estimated that over 18% of adults deal with some type of anxiety. Test anxiety can have a devastat...
Packing Tips for Your Summer Vacation
Though it may not feel like it most days, summer is nearly upon us, and we’re aptly psyched about it! If you’re planning...
Paleo: The New Food Trend for Pets
Every pet owner knows there are an overwhelming amount of nutritional options for their furry friends. Knowing what goes into your p...
Personalized Father’s Day Gifts
Personalized Father’s Day Gifts – Showing dad you care should be an everyday affair. That said, Father’s Day gives...
Picking Out Shoes for Your Child
Fitting your kids’ shoes can be a challenge. If you’re not having much luck getting them to sit still and stop curling t...
Plan for a Summer of Fun – Even on a Budget
There is no shortage of exciting activities throughout the summer, but if you aren’t properly budgeting, you could be missing...
Pregnancy Survival Tips
Pregnancy can be a wonderful time in a woman’s life. You can feel the little bundle of life growing inside you and you just ca...
Prepare Your Home For an Aging Parent
Getting your home ready to support an aging parent who is about to move in with you can be challenging. Much like preparing a...
Preparing for School Days
Text by Helen Lepp Friesen With the changing of the leaves comes the new school year. Here are some things to consider as you prepar...
Preparing for When Baby Arrives
Congratulations, you are expecting a baby! Whether it is your first or your fourth, preparing for a new baby is a very exciting time...
Preparing Your Pre-Teen for Their Career
It’s rewarding and often a relief, when your child decides on a career and gets started on the right path. But for many parent...
Properly Storing Household Chemicals While Baby-Proofing
There are many things parents need to think about when baby proofing their house. With little fingers around and wondering eyes, chi...
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
I love baking and I love Halloween so making this recipe was a lot of fun! I’m not sure what my kids and I love more; baking o...
Pumpkin Craft Ideas for Kids
‘Tis the season for fallen leaves, beautiful colours, and of course, pumpkins. As the weather starts to get chillier and the d...
Quick Tips for Staying Safe While Enjoying Winter Sports
Cold and snowy Canadian winters allow for many fun outdoor activities like skating and tobogganing. When your children are outside p...
Quick Tips to Give You the Healthiest Family Vacation
Plan ahead, travel buffs say. Knowing what supplements to take and what foods to eat while you’re away can make a big differen...
QUILTING WITH GRANNY
Text by D. Spalding Many centuries ago, people learned that they could keep themselves warm by putting layers of material together t...
Rainy Day Activities for Camping Trips
If you’ve camped before, you’ll know that rain is simply part of the experience. A little rain may put a damper on your hiking plans...
Rainy Day Fun
SUMMER FUN DOESN’T HAVE TO STOP WHEN THE WEATHER IS N’T GREAT! TRY ONE OF THESE BOARD GAMES TO ADD FAMILY FUN TO A RAINY DAY AT THE...
Retirement Planning
Selecting a retirement home is often a family decision shared between the individualsmoving into the home and their children or gran...