If you want to get the kids off the couch and outdoors, gardening is a great way to do just that. But, most kids do not want to garden, so what other options are there? These are a few fun outdoor activities you can do together, get in some exercise, …
Children tend to have erratic sleeping patterns. In fact, if they had their way, kids would sleep all day and play all night. However, for the right growth and development activities to take place, sleep has to be adequate. Your child will need a minimum of 7 hours of sleep, …
If you are expecting a baby, especially if it is your first, there are no doubt a lot of things you don’t yet know. Becoming a parent for the first time can be extremely stressful. While it’s also exciting, you may worry about being able to properly care for your …
Whether you enjoy pumpkins as food or decoration, October is the month to celebrate this orange treat. With this in mind, Pumpkinfest returns to Downsview Park (35 Carl Hall Road) this Thanksgiving weekend, October 7th to 9th, 2017. This much anticipated, outdoor event has free parking and is easy to …
What could possibly be better than slathering yourself in lotion that makes you smell like salted caramel apricot? Getting said lotion at an awesome discount, that’s what. We all know the unspeakable joys that await us at Bath and Body Works. We’ve seen those cheap knock-off brands, and many of …
We all know how busy and hectic back to school time can be. With all the chaos of buying school supplies, buying new clothes, and getting all of the equipment together that your children will need to have a successful school year, us parents can easily get overwhelmed. With such …
Summer is coming to an end, and our children are returning to school. By the time school starts, my children always need new shoes. This time, I got a pair of shoes from See Kai Run for my son. This brand was created in 2004 by a Seattle mom who …
While both my kids and I have been thoroughly enjoying their time off this summer, back to school time is right around the corner. I decided that it was probably time to stop planning summer activities, and start getting things in order for my children to return to school. Back …
It’s no secret how important reading is for a child’s developing brain. It has numerous benefits, and reading to your child early in their life can give them an incredible advantage later on. I picked up a few books from DK Canada for my children who are in grades 3 …