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Stopping Damaged Self-Esteem in Children Means We Need to Stop Dietainment

When I was a teenager, I was absolutely in love with women’s magazines. I started out reading magazines like Seventeen, with its stories about young celebrities, makeup tips for teens and articles about getting “him” to like you. But I soon graduated to the more mature women’s magazines: Cosmopolitan, Elle and Glamour, to name a […]

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Learning Through Pretend Play with Toys from LeapFrog #LeapFrogMomSquad

While I do love the modern and trendy LeapFrog gaming systems and tablets, I have to admit that I’ve always had a special fondness in my heart for the company’s toddler toys. LeapFrog has a special talent for turning pretend play into a learning experience, and the brand new Number Lovin’ Oven and Scout’s Build

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Couponing For Beginners! 5 Couponing Myths Dispelled with Help from RetailMeNot.ca

It wasn’t that long ago that I had absolutely no interest in couponing. Even though I knew some people managed to save huge amounts of money using coupons, the process seemed like one that was far too time consuming and complicated for me. But then I redeemed my first few free product coupons and realized

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Boost Your Meal’s Nutrition with Prana Organic Whole Black ProactivChia Seeds

As a bit of a foodie who’s also concerned about my health, I love discovering ways of increasing my favourite meals’ taste and nutritional content. A top organic food company I discovered a few years ago, Prana Organic, has come up with a new way of doing that and it’s one that any health-conscious food-lover

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Help Your Child Develop Crucial Financial Literacy Skills with M is for Money Books and Resources

Sometimes it amazes me to think about just how much there is for me to teach my children. From basic, everyday skills like tying shoes to more complex concepts like social responsibility, the school system just scratches the surface. And one of the things that I’m most determined to teach my boys is financial literacy.

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Make Time For Family Fun and Bonding This October with Tips and Games from Mattel-Giveaway #PlayAdvocate

October is one busy month, and making time for connecting with family isn’t always easy. That’s why my family and I have started a weekly game night so that even during the busiest weeks, we can spend an hour or so talking, playing and laughing together. Mattel understands the importance of family time, so the

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Give Your Child an Epic Android Tablet Experience with the Kid-Safe LeapFrog Epic

I’ve shared many times before how much I love LeapFrog and its innovative, educational toys and games for children. We have a house full of LeapFrog toys including the brand new LeapPad Platinum tablet and my boys play with them all. But when I received the LeapFrog Epic to review, I wasn’t sure what benefits

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Discover Live Clean’s Most Popular Products for the Whole Family-Giveaway

It’s no secret that I love Live Clean products. From haircare to skincare and baby products to body oils, the company is always innovating to provide the best and most effective earth-friendly products for the whole family. But with so many great new collections, it can be easy to forget about the tried-and-true Live Clean

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Quick and Healthy Pico de Gallo Baked Mexican Fish Recipe for Busy Weekdays

Fall has always been a busy season for my family, and I have to admit that in the past that’s sometimes resulted in my serving a little more convenience food to my boys than I’d like. I love cooking, but I often felt like I didn’t have time to create a tasty, home-cooked supper after

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Get in the Halloween Spirit with a Monster High #BooYorkBooYork Screening Party-Giveaway #PlayAdvocate

Halloween is fast approaching and kids are already starting to bubble with anticipation. Channeling all that energy and excitement can be a challenge for a parent, but if you’ve got a little girl that just can’t wait to trick or treat, you may want to plan a little pre-celebration with a Monster High: Boo York,

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Introduce Kids to a Whole New World of Magic with Disney Aladdin Diamond Edition

There are a few classic Disney movies that are especially close to my heart, and one of those is Aladdin. I loved the Arabian theme, the catchy music and, of course, the high-energy Genie voiced by the late, great Robin Williams. Now, Disney is bringing the magic back for children of all ages with the

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Affordable and Easy Cloth Diapering is a Snap with Buttons Cloth Diapers-Giveaway

I remember when I first decided to try cloth diapering instead of using disposables. At the time, it felt like a decision that might be completely overwhelming but I soon realized that cloth diapering wasn’t the exhausting process I had expected. I did, however get somewhat overwhelmed by the many choices of cloth diaper that

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Take the #SCJZeroWaste Challenge and See How Small Changes Can Make a Difference

Over the last few years, I’ve done a lot of work to minimize the waste that my household produces. It started with recycling my cardboard and plastic, and immediately I was amazed by how much waste I was keeping out of the garbage bin. Then I started composting and minimized the weekly garbage even more.

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Ever After High’s 5 Tips to Help Teach Children About Second Chances-Giveaway #PlayAdvocate

When my oldest son was in Grade One, there was a little boy named Timmy that was a bit of a bully to him. Timmy had been going to classes with Zackary since they were both in preschool, and I’d seen the boy’s rude behaviour for myself when helping out in the class. It was

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Scare Cavities Away this Halloween with Tips from Truly Radiant

While fall isn’t my favourite season, I do enjoy it quite a bit, and especially its celebrations. Who doesn’t love indulging in a big piece of pumpkin pie at Thanksgiving? And Halloween has always been one of my favourite holidays, both for the fun costumes and the delicious candy! But fall baking and leftover Halloween

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Discover 4 Must-Visit Moose Jaw Attractions and Focus on the City with Ford

Saskatchewan is definitely not a heavily promoted province when it comes to tourism, but having lived here my entire life, I know exactly how many great attractions it has to offer. And Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, is the perfect example of that. From museums to the mineral pool, it’s packed with attractions that are fun for

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Give Your House a #15MinReno for Thanksgiving with Mr. Clean-Giveaway

Having just sold a house for the first time, I’ve experienced firsthand the work that goes into preparing a home for sale and closing. The minor repairs were something that I expected, especially in a house as old as mine. But something I hadn’t realized was how much of a difference a good, thorough cleaning

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Halloween is Healthier with Go Gourmet Squoosh Fruit Pouches-Giveaway

In just a few weeks, one of my very favourite holidays will be arriving…Halloween! I’m notorious for going overboard with food, decorations and treats during almost every holiday celebration, but Halloween has always been one of my personal favourites. Custom tombstones, creative costumes and more help to make the day one that my boys and

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Ensure Your Home and Family are Secure this Fall with Products from Master Lock-Giveaway #LSSS

Fall is a season that’s always seemed to me to be one of preparation. Knowing the temperature will soon drop and the ground will be covered in snow reminds me of all the little household errands I need to do in order to be ready for winter. And part of that means making sure that

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Arm & Hammer Plus OxiClean Crystal Burst Power Paks Get the Laundry Done So You Can Have Fun-Giveaway #AHFreshStart

There are a lot of chores that I’m not terribly fond of doing, and laundry has to be one of the jobs that I like least. Between washing the clothes my two active boys dirty each day and scrubbing railroad grease off my train conductor boyfriend’s work gear, laundry is one of those jobs that

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Have Fun Indoors All Winter Long with Tips from Hot Wheels-Giveaway #PlayAdvocate

Right now Saskatchewan is enjoying some gorgeous, unseasonable warmth and I couldn’t be happier about it. But I know that before long we’ll be spending more time indoors than out. Generally, that means my boys are playing and creating a little less as well since their space is more limited. But this year, I’ve got

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New Eat Smart Plant Powered Protein Salad Kits Make a Perfect Energy-Packed Lunch

I’m a nut for vegetables and because of that, I’ve loved the salads from Eat Smart for quite some time now. The convenient bagged kits include fresh greens, healthy superfoods, add-ins such as croutons, nuts or berries and a tasty dressing so that creating the perfect fresh and healthy side dish takes just seconds. Now,

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Quality Doesn’t Cost a Fortune with the Alcatel OneTouch Idol 3 Smartphone

When it comes to my smartphone, I’m a bit of a snob. I tend to favour the pricey, top-of-the-line devices and while I know iPhones are popular I personally really dislike the iOS smartphone platform. Previously, I had a Samsung Galaxy S3 when it was the top Samsung phone available. I then moved to the

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Take Part in the #CallForChange with TELUS and Francesco Yates and You Could Be in a Special MTV We Day Video

About three years ago, the hugely popular We Day came to Saskatchewan for the very first time and I was lucky enough to be seated in the TELUS sponsor booth enjoying every minute of the event. From taking pictures with Shawn Desmond to interviewing Hedley, it was a once-in-a-lifetime experience that gave me a first-hand

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Join the Nature Valley #RediscoverNature Day on September 20 and You Could Win a Trip to Banff National Park-Giveaway

Growing up in the lush Qu’Appelle Valley on the Saskatchewan prairies has meant that nature has always been very important to me. The unique flora and fauna of the area is fascinating to me, whether I’m throwing seeds from ash trees into the air and watching them spin like helicopters to the ground or picking

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Get Sun Safety and Helmet Safety in One with New Sun Lidz from Tail Wags Helmet Covers-Giveaway

A few years ago, I had the chance to review two Tail Wags helmet covers for my boys. They loved the fun blow fish and piranha designs, and I loved the way the covers made wearing a helmet more fun. Now, Tail Wags is innovating once again with brand new helmet covers designed to provide

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Save on Back-to-School Shopping with 5 Tips from RetailMeNot.ca-Giveaway

For some parents, back-to-school season is one that tugs the heartstrings and has them wiping away tears. For others, it’s a time to finally relax and take some time for themselves after a busy summer entertaining kids. But if there’s one thing that every parent knows about the new school year, it’s that it can

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Don’t Travel For Work Without These 3 Must-Have Master Lock Products #LSSS

One of the best things about starting a new job is discovering the different perks that might not be apparent when first being hired. From discounts on groceries when working at a supermarket to trips to fun locations for training courses, every new job has a few of those unexpected bonuses that help to make

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You Can Earn Free Groceries When You #EatMoreStars with #GuidingStarsCA #PCStars

Eating plenty of fruits and vegetables is its own reward when it comes to good health, and over the last few months my family has had the chance to do just that thanks to the PC Guiding Stars Program. The new initiative makes it easy to find healthy food with a simple rating system that

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Snack Pack with New EZO Lids are Perfect for Your Back-to-School Lunchboxes

With the new school year almost here, I’m stocking up on my boys’ favourite lunch meals and snacks. Luckily for me, they both like fairly basic, easy-to-find items like fruit cups and ham sandwiches. And of course, no lunch is complete without a Hunt’s Snack Pack pudding cup in my boys’ minds! Zackary favours butterscotch

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Get Your Child Ready for #StudentLife with Great New Products from Canadian Tire

One of my favourite memories from my young adult years was relaxing in a dorm room with my best friend Sarah as we chatted, watched movies and cooked up yummy treats. It was a completely new experience to me, since I’d always lived in a house with a yard before. But great décor and some

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New GLAD Disney Sandwich and Snack Bags Make Lunches Fun and Easy

When it comes to making school lunches fun, I have a middle-of-the-road approach. I like adding a little something special to my kids’ lunchboxes to get them excited about their food, but I’m not willing to spend hours creating elaborate themed lunches. That’s why I love finding simple, yet fun ways to make a school

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You’ll Be a #WoodsExplorer With These 6 Hiking Essentials in Your Backpack-Giveaway

One of my favourite things about camping with my boys is getting in touch with nature and while we do that in some ways even just relaxing at our campsite, I like to take it one step further with nature hikes. Discovering the area’s wildlife and native plants is fascinating, and my boys get plenty

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Help Your Family Feel Its Best for Back-to-School with Advice and Treatment from Your Shoppers Drug Mart Pharmacist

One of the worst things about a minor ailment is often the hassle involved in getting treatment. Mild medical conditions like acne or seasonal allergies likely won’t cause any harm if left untreated, but they are incredibly frustrating at their worst and can certainly make comfortable day-to-day living much harder! Unfortunately, finding solutions often involves

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Inspire a Love of Music with Barbie Rock n’ Royals Dolls and DVD-Giveaway #BeSuper

When I was about five years old, my mom put me in piano lessons. I still remember those first lessons colouring cartoon pictures illustrating the different notes and practicing fingering exercises. At the time, there were certainly days that I didn’t want to sit and play piano. But that early introduction to music led to

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Get Ready To Pack Lunches Kids Will Love with Nude Food Movers (formerly Boomerang)

The new school year is creeping up faster than I would like, but I have to admit that there’s one part of the back-to-school season I absolutely love…shopping for new school gear! And lunch gear has always been a personal favourite of mine. Gone are the days of squished sandwiches in plastic bags and paper

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Make the Most of Your Family Vacation with a Room at the IHG Holiday Inn-Giveaway

Disclaimer: The hotel stay and meals on this trip were provided by IHG. Opinions expressed belong to Mommy Kat and Kids and are not influenced in any way. View full Terms and Policies for further information. It’s hard to believe, but summer is already half over! Since we were packing and moving last month, we

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Keep Your Child’s Gear Secure this School Year with the Master Lock 5900D SafeSpace Portable Safe #LSSS

It’s less than a month until the new school year starts and if you’re stocking up on school supplies, you’ll want to consider adding the Master Lock 5900D SafeSpace portable safe to your shopping list! It’s a great way to help students keep their valuables secure whether the items are in a desk or a

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Explore Regina, Saskatchewan! Visit These 4 Top Family-Friendly Attractions

Disclaimer: The hotel stay and meals on this trip were provided by IHG. Opinions expressed belong to Mommy Kat and Kids and are not influenced in any way. View full Terms and Policies for further information. The Saskatchewan prairies often get overlooked as a vacation destination, and even though I’ve lived in Saskatchewan my entire

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Going Back to School is Better with a Mexican Breakfast Pizza Recipe

The school year is fast approaching and I’m already starting to plan out some easy and delicious meals for the busy school season. While I tend to stick to fairly basic sandwiches and snacks for the most part, I like having some fun and creative meal ideas at the ready as well. And that’s especially

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Clear Out Clutter for a Cause During the Glad #Donate4Good Program with Goodwill

I didn’t realize until we started packing up to move out of our house just how much unneeded items my boys and I had accumulated. From toys to clothes to dishware, I found so much that just wasn’t being used anymore and so wasn’t needed. But I knew that some of our items might be

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Playtex PlayTime Cups Provide Perfect Summer Refreshment for Kids-Giveaway

If there’s one thing that makes using a sippy cup even more fun, it’s having the cup adorned with a favourite character. That’s why little ones love the new Playtex PlayTime cups featuring Batman and Robin, Thomas & Friends, Superman and My Little Pony! With a Twist ‘n Click Leak-Proof Seal, the cups are perfect

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Try the Best Gear for Your New Baby FREE from Mothers Lounge LLC

One of my favourite things about becoming a mother was discovering all the fun new products available for me and my baby that could help make my life easier. From baby slings to nursing pillows, it seemed that as soon as I had discovered an inconvenience of motherhood, I also discovered that somebody had created

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Connect with Your Family with 3 Tips for the Best MATTEL Family Game Night-Giveaway

It’s a pretty common fact that summer is the perfect time for kids to try all kinds of new adventures and activities, since they have a lot more free time. But with all the fun options available during the warm months, making sure to take time for family bonding is important too! In my opinion,

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Treat Summer’s Bites, Bumps and Bruises with Homeopathic Remedies from Orange Naturals #ONatural

I love almost everything about summer, but it does cause some extra challenges when it comes to keeping my kids healthy and happy. Days spend outdoors are fun but they result in plenty of bug bites, bruises and scrapes as well! This year, I’ve been turning to products from Orange Naturals to help treat my

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After Bite and Natrapel Make Summer Fun Safer for the Whole Family-Giveaway

While all the seasons have their appeal, summer has always been my favourite. It just provides so many opportunities to be outside in the fresh air enjoying fun and exercise with my family! From long days at the beach to camping trips in beautiful Northern Saskatchewan, it’s definitely my preferred time to unplug, unwind and

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3 Delicious French Food Recipes Perfect for a Classic Dinner Party

I love to cook and I especially love mastering new cooking styles and techniques from around the world. But, until recently, I’d never really delved into French food recipes. Broil, braise, sauté, flambé…the French cooking techniques seemed a little too intimidating for me! Luckily, that all changed when I took part in Motrin’s Make it

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