I wish I had known about this back when I was one of the #zombiemoms* with my newborn…Now For Mothers Healing Mix. I didn’t take it then (I only recently learned about this natural blend of yummy ingredients) but I can take it now (it’s a superfood Moms can take from the 1st day after giving birth up…
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Finding Me Time
Finding Me Time is a challenge for all Moms (work outside the home, work at home, stay at home – whatever!). Here are 10 Tips to help in Finding Me Time (and I will be completely transparent try as I may I just have not been able to do #10 yet!)… Finding Me Time Listening…
Slow Cooker Beef Stew Recipe
One of my fav tips for back to school season is to make dinner – school lunch once a week. That’s right – make dinner – pack the leftovers – and school lunch is taken care of for tomorrow (one less thing is always good n’est pas?!). I’m sharing my Slow Cooker Beef Stew Recipe…
Essential Class Supplies
As a Mom of 3, I know which Essential Class Supplies are on the optional school supply list every year. These items never change. Staples that every teacher we have had – has requested – in day 1 of school paperwork (it’s not mandatory – but the teacher does make it clear that these essential…
School Bus Craft
Back to school is a theme in my house this week; inspiring this easy School Bus Craft. Perfect for my 3 1/2 year old (er…kindergarten kid – I can’t wrap my head around that milestone!). We used shapes, eye/hand coordination, and guesstimating to create this artwork (great for pre-school and kindergarten aged kids). I highly recommend…
Back To School Motorola moto g
At what age should kids have cell phones? My answer: depends on the kid (maturity & responsibility) and the situation (need & use). In this Back To School Motorola moto g post we look at the specs on the moto g and asks the question: is your student ready for a cell phone? I decided to give my…
Back To School Lunch Ideas
I thought it timely to share a round-up of my Back To School Lunch Ideas posts – hopefully this might make back to school lunch prep a little easier (I know it does for me – refreshers are good n’est pas?)… Back To School Lunch Ideas… Crunchy Category cut vegetables: carrots, celery, broccoli, cucumber, peppers…
Hamilton Beach Big Mouth Juice Extractor Review
Back-to-school makes me re-think what we are eating. Yes, we indulge in the summer – but back-to-school means back to healthy eating chez moi. Which is why I’m excited to share my Hamilton Beach Big Mouth Juice Extractor Review because …well…fresh pressed juice?! Yum! And healthy. And really easier than you think… About the Hamilton…
Tips For Visiting The Ontario Science Centre
I have visited the Ontario Science Centre. A lot. For Years. It is one of my favourite family-friendly destinations in Toronto because it offers fun experiences, hands-on learning, and bilingual (English/French) environment for the whole family. I also know – as a long time member – a few Tips For Visiting The Ontario Science Centre which…
Berry Burst Coffee Cake Recipe
I invented this Berry Burst Coffee Cake Recipe the other day using some berries I had in the freezer. It was such a HIT! I’m sharing this recipe and recommend it not only as a coffee cake suggestion – but a healthy breakfast idea! Give this Berry Burst Coffee Cake Recipe a try… You will remember…
GEOX Review
Shoe shopping is the one of the most important back-to-school things families do. In our school – two pairs of shoes are required (one for indoors and one for outdoors). My kids are busy on their feet all day so I know they need proper fitting shoes which breathe and also provide great comfort. I…
Dempster’s Healthy Ways Bread
As a Mom who tries to offer the best nutritional choices for her kids (it’s doesn’t always happen – sometimes you have to indulge in an ice cream cone right?!) thus I am always on the look out for new ways to switch up their regular foods. Introducing Dempster’s Healthy Ways Bread – it’s a new…