May 2017

Canadian Tire Has All The Best Cars 3 Gear for Your Favourite Racing Fan this Summer

When my oldest son was just a toddler, Disney’s Cars was his hands-down favourite movie. He dreamed of being a race car driver when he grew up, and watching Lighting McQueen’s adventures on the road to the Piston Cup (not to mention the important lesson he learns along the way), always had Zackary cheering throughout

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3 Reasons to Take Your iPad or Tablet on Your Next Family Vacation

For many, there’s a new code of conduct while on the annual family vacation: no electronics! If your kids have their noses stuck to their smartphones, iPads or tablets, they will miss the world around them, and you’ll lose out on valuable family bonding time, which is usually the point of the vacation in the

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New Hershey’s Chocolate Pudding Lets You Indulge Your Inner Chocoholic

Is there anything better than a bite of creamy, dreamy, melt-in-your-mouth milk chocolate? I don’t think so, and when I decide to indulge in a treat, chocolate is usually my first choice. So, when I find a new way to enjoy my favourite flavour, I can’t wait to dig in. And this summer, there’s a

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Having a Baby? Always Say Yes to These Offers of Help!

This post is part of the YummyMummyClub.ca and NUK Canada Simply Natural #SimplyNatural sponsored program. I received compensation as a thank you for my participation. This post reflects my personal opinion about the information provided by the sponsors. As the oldest of five children, I had plenty of exposure to babies…and the work that they

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McDonald’s Happy Meals Just Got Happier with New Choices Between Toys and Books!

Disclosure: I was compensated for this post, but my opinions are my own. When I was a child, having a Happy Meal at McDonald’s was one of my favourite special treats for dinner. Choosing my meal item, having cookies for dessert, the surprise of the toy, every bit of it was something to be savoured.

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The Star Trek Experience at Calgary’s TELUS Spark is Must-Visit Fun for Families and Series Fans

One of the best things about living in Canada is having so many amazing attractions and destinations that are just a short drive away. I’ve had the chance to explore quite a bit of Saskatchewan and its surrounding provinces in my lifetime, yet I’m always amazed to learn about new family-friendly spots just next door.

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Tired and Stressed? Try These 3 Tips to Help You Get the Sleep You Need

When I was younger, I had some pretty serious issues with insomnia. Some nights, I’d drift quickly and easily off to sleep without a second thought. Other nights, I’d find myself tossing and turning for hours on end, finally falling into a light doze only to suddenly wake up unsure if I’d ever been asleep

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