Lifestyle
Tips for stocking your medicine cabinet and being prepared when a cold or fever strikes
Prepare for colds, fevers and illness with these tips This is a very busy time of year for families. With the holidays fast approaching, most of us are not only managing our usual…
2016 Gift Guide for kids
It’s that time of year! The time when my kids are anticipating the arrival of our Elf on the Shelf, when they are finalizing lists to Santa, when I’m putting on Christmas music…
Prevention and planning: It’s Flu Season
It’s that time of year – the time when the kids are coming home from school with new illnesses to share with their siblings, parents, grandparents and others around them. There is so…
The Nightmare Before Christmas – Our first viewing
I know, I know, it’s a cult classic, but guess what? I had never seen The Nightmare Before Christmas. I was thirteen when it came out, so it should have completely appealed to…
From Ottawa: Léonie, the Maplelea Doll shares her story
Do you remember letting your imagination soar when you were a child? Through pretend play, dress up and dolls, I was able to explore different worlds and make new friends. It’s so nice…
Local Etsy Shopping – Ottawa Etsy Shops I’m Loving
A couple of weekends ago I went to the Etsy show in Ottawa. This wasn’t the first time I went and I always love going. It’s a wonderful way to support local businesses and…
SAVE 20% at Tag Along Toys until October 23
Announcing the amazing 20% off sale at Tag Along Toys! From Wednesday, October 19 until Sunday, October 23, save 20% on everything in store at Tag Along Toys (*discount doesn’t apply on…
Needles, Nerves and Necessities
I’ve been a parent for 10 years, and a lot of things have gotten easier as my kids have grown, and other aspects of parenthood have become harder. No matter how tough some…
She told me I couldn’t
When she told me I couldn’t, I believed her. Because I usually do. She knows me well and wouldn’t have any reason to lie to me. It doesn’t benefit her to see me…
Lunch tips for little ones
If you have a preschooler or kindergarten aged child heading off to school for the first time this year, you’ll already understand when I say that it’s a big transition – for everyone.…
