Building blocks to develop physical skills? A kid’s book for cognitive development? A stuffed animal for social & emotional development? Chosing a toy to gift or give a child can take on so many levels. For me, it comes down to Like and Price (Will he like it? and Do I like the price?). How do…
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Back-To-School: The Children’s Place Kids Clothes
Now is the time for back-to-school shopping for kids. Growth spurts and changing styles make fall a perfect time to invest in a kid-friendly wardrobe. My girls went up a size each during the summer and the jeans, shirts and shoes of last spring just don’t fit at all. I, like many Moms, am off…
How to buy shoes for kids
Fit, fashion and function all come into play when deciding how and which shoe to buy for your kids. Features to look for in kids’ footware includes lightweight, comfort, and construction.Whether playing at park, running in the playground or hanging at home kids need running shoes which are comfortable and supportive. I was recently invited to a lunch…
Back-To-School: Make Lunch Better
Make school lunch better by organizing foods. Re-usable containers, healthy snacks and planning can all help school lunch pack easier and be eaten with more excitement. The last thing you want is for lunch to boomerang back home so follow these tips to make school lunch better. Grab and Go Snack Box. Re-purpose one of…
by Caroline Fernandez
From the cost of childcare in Canada to setting up a designated a study area for your kids…read my family writing features that hit the web this week. Caroline Fernandez shares family friendly activities and tips on her site Parent Club and all over the web! The Cost Of Childcare in Canada: Are we working for…
Back-to-School: Routine
We are slowly introducing a back-to-school routine for the kids to ease them out of summer schedule and into the more formal school routine. From adjusting bedtimes (I confess: the kids’ stayed up to 11 o’clock at the cottage) to eating healthier meals (healthy bodies make learning better). Back-to-school routine is important for kids as…
Routines for Healthy Learning!
By Deb Lowther It’s time to plan for back to school! While you might immediately think of buying new backpacks, markers, lunch bags and indoor runners, you should also be thinking how you can make your morning routine a little easier! Thankfully with the change of season and the start of a new school year,…
Family Friendly Restaurants In Toronto
There are lots of dining choices in Toronto – but which ones are friendly to families? I’ve taken the kids to eat at fancy restaurants and not-so-fancy pubs – some dining experiences were better than others (and price doesn’t always mean it’s not kid-friendly). I put together a quick list of fav family friendly restaurants in Toronto –…
Toronto Fun Family Things To Do
There are tons of fun family things to do in Toronto. A lot of them FREE. Whether you are with toddlers, kids or teens there are attractions for every age. Attractions, entertainment, science, history and more are all found within Toronto’s core – all family friendly. CN Tower. The tower is a Toronto landmark. TIP: the 360 restaurant in the…
All Because of A Hat
“How could a purple hat and two best friends cause such a kerfuffle in one day?” All Because of a Hat is a children’s book by Canadian author Taylor Redmond (illustrated by Adam Murray). This book is about friendship, overcoming challenges and helping one another. Basic themes that will delight young children. Readers follow Bentley…
Summer Family Activities
Playing at the beach is one of our favourite summer family activities. It’s free, fun and can last a whole day or just a few hours. All we need is a picnic and some sand toys and we are off on a family adventure. The big kids swing in the playground. The baby digs in the sand. It is a…
Fisher-Price FastFinder Diaper Bag Review
The Fisher-Price FastFinder Diaper Bag comes with 4 four external pockets helping you to find baby’s pacifier, diaper, bottle and wipes faster. Fisher-Price is a leader is toys and baby gear thus they are a go-to for diaper bags. This easy wipe bag comes with a reinforced footed bottom, change pad and wipe case. Need to…