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Find Low Cost Flights and Discount Vacations With These Cheap Travel Tips

As much as I love to travel, it can cost a lot of money…especially for my family of five! Prices of everything from food to utilities are only going up, and flight and hotel prices are no exception. But with a little planning, it’s still possible to enjoy an amazing vacation without spending a fortune.

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Add Extra Fun To Your Toddler’s Time Outside with the Little Tikes Cape Cottage Playhouse

My toddler has loved spending time outside since he first learned to walk. And in what feels like no time, he’s gone from wobbling unsteadily across the yard to climbing, jumping, sliding and running! I want to make sure that Cormac continues to enjoy his time outside, so I’m always on the lookout for fun

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The Plantations of New Orleans – Exploring the History of Louisiana’s Slave Trade

On our recent visit to Louisiana, I knew I wanted to get outside the cities and explore some of the history of the Southern state. The glitz and energy of New Orleans is appealing, but there’s also so much to learn when in the area. Visiting a plantation was one of those educational experiences that

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3 Teenage Birthday Party Ideas – Be the Cool Parent on the Block

When a child reaches the teen years, traditional themed birthday parties tend to lose their appeal. But that doesn’t mean you should skip the party altogether! Teenagers love to have a good time and they love to share those experiences with others. A great party just means coming up with some ideas that are a

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Order Out of Chaos Academic Planner Review – The Best Student Planner for Teaching Time Management

My oldest son is officially a teenager, and I couldn’t be prouder! He’s grown to be a hard-working, intelligent and caring teen that loves every sport he tries, rarely complains and helps out when I ask. But, just like his mother, Zack has one fault that he can’t seem to overcome…he is hopelessly disorganized! I

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Getting Your Teen a Smartphone? Five New Ways TELUS Helps Keep Families Connected

Disclosure: I have partnered with YMC and TELUS and have received compensation for this post. All opinions are my own. In June, our family celebrated a milestone that I’ve been anticipating all year…we officially have a teenager in the house! I’ll be honest; I’ve been nervous about my oldest son Zack’s teen years for a

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Find a Photographer in Venice and Preserve Your Vacation Memories

Venice, capital of the Veneto region of Italy, is a stunning architectural achievement. Over 100 small human-made islands are connected by a network of canals, forming the transportation routes of the city. This unique characteristic combined with the impressive landmarks and beautiful historic palaces give the entire city a fairy-tale like feel. Hiring a local

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The Wheatland Express Family Summer Express – One of the Best Train Rides for Kids in Saskatchewan

It’s always a treat to discover a great tourist attraction right in my own back yard and luckily for me, there are plenty of amazing things to do in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan and the surrounding area. But there are always new sites and activities to discover, and this year I was introduced to one that the

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Liven Up Your Family’s Summer with Asmodee and Mattel Board Games

Summer is here and for many parents, that means dealing with kids that are constantly complaining about being bored…or, even worse, struggling to get your kids away from spending the entire day with video games and television! Board games are one of my favourite go-to activities when my kids are looking for something to do.

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Is Your Child Nearsighted? Here Are 4 Reasons To Consider CooperVision MiSight Contact Lenses!

It can be a pretty big shock to suddenly learn that your child has a vision problem. When my husband was diagnosed in his tween years, he told me that he had no idea how poor his vision was. It wasn’t until he put on his first pair of glasses that he knew just how

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Avery Island – Highlights of the Tabasco Factory Tour and Jungle Gardens

Is there anyone that doesn’t love the spicy flavour of classic Tabasco sauce? In our family, the answer is definitely a resounding, “No!” And so on our recent vacation to Louisiana, when the city of Lafayette gave us the opportunity to check out the nearby Tabasco Factory Tour on Avery Island, we couldn’t have been

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Why Consistency Is Key In Business and How To Start Implementing It

When it comes to running a business, be it a blog or a brick and mortar shop, there are many considerations that are important: understanding your customer, managing the finances, planning for the years to come and more. There is, however, one thing that all successful businesses do well: consistency. What does consistency mean in

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Take the Y’OUR Skin Care Quiz and Try Skincare Customized Just For You

As somebody that deals with hormonal acne and is also reaching a time in my life where anti-aging products are a must, I’ve tried a lot of skincare regimens over the years. Some have been good, some have been bad and I’ve gradually found some favourites. But they’ve all had one thing in common…they’re all

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Surprise an Animal Fan with New Playmobil City Life Pet Playsets-Giveaway

I’ve been a Playmobil fan since my middle son first bought himself a Playmobil horse stable with his birthday money. The sets are high quality, have tons of variety and feature amazing attention to detail. And in its quest to inspire children’s imaginations, Playmobil is always innovating! The company recently added four new themes to

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Create the Perfect Child’s Homework Space with Desks from United Canada

With two school-aged boys in the house (and one just about a year away from high school), I’ve seen my kids bring home a fair bit of homework. And while I’m almost always willing to lend a hand if they have questions or need an explanation, I also want them to develop healthy study habits

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The Top 3 Statistics Software Programs For Business Owners to Try

For a small business owner like me, the use of analytical software can be incredibly important. Like many people, I need quick and effective methods to analyze the large amounts of data that can help make my site better and more functional. The best data analysis software is capable of delivering that fact-based data in

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Working From Home? How to Set Up Your Office for Maximum Productivity

For many people, especially moms paying hefty daycare fees, working from home is the dream. There’s no need for child care, you can be there at school pick up, you can even do housework in between jobs. Any work-from-home mothers will tell you it’s wonderful not having to place your little ones in the care

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Building a Custom Home – What We Learned and Why KCB Developments Is the Only Saskatoon Home Builder We’ll Use

When my husband and I first started the search for our dream house, we were confident that we would find the perfect one before long. We were pre-approved for our mortgage and shopping in a buyer’s market. But while we did look at many great homes and even had an offer on a house at

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A One Day Family Itinerary of Things To Do in Orlando with Kids

It’s no secret that my family loves the Orlando area. From golf courses to amusement parks, we’ve explored the popular tourist destination to its fullest, and found many of the best things to do in Orlando with kids. Like most families, our top priority when in Orlando is usually visiting the theme parks! Checking out

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Enjoy Binge-Worthy Reality Television this Holiday Season with Hayu on Roku-Giveaway

One of the best things about the holidays is having extra downtime to relax and indulge in favourite activities without worrying about work or school. And if reality television is one of your guilty pleasures, you’re in luck! Hayu, a streaming service offering the hottest reality television hits, is now available in Canada! Featuring top

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Bring Home Big Adventure with Smallfoot on Blu-ray and DVD-Giveaway

What happens when a lone Yeti encounters a “smallfoot” human while exploring outside his village? Hilarity, thanks to stellar voice acting from Channing Tatum, James Corden, LeBron James and others! Smallfoot was an instant hit this summer in theatres and on December 11, it’s available on Blu-ray and DVD, just in time for Christmas fun!

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Protect Your Home and Your Family By Testing for Radon

For most of my life, I lived in a century-old house in small-town Saskatchewan. And while I loved the community and our established property with its large size and mature trees, the house itself was desperately outdated. Now, after moving into my family’s custom-built dream house, life couldn’t be more different. While we’ll have lots

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How Head Lice Treatments May Be Harming Your Kids

Have you had an encounter with head lice yet? If you have school-aged children, statistically speaking, you’re likely to come up against them at some point. Lice have been present wherever humans are for centuries, and they’re especially prevalent among our younger kids. Schools, daycare facilities and other places where kids are playing close together

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Lawyer Jeremy Diamond Talks Balance, Work and Family with His Wife, Sandra Zisckind

It was a mere 6 years ago when Jeremy Diamond and his wife, Sandra Zisckind, started an ambitious mission to change the world of personal injury law. Since then, Diamond and Diamond has transformed into Canada’s fastest growing personal injury firm, including partnerships with The Toronto Maple Leafs, Raptors, and Calgary Flames. Just last year,

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5 Things I Learned About Our House’s Air Quality Thanks to the Philips Series 2000i Air Purifier

Disclaimer: This post is sponsored by Philips Canada and PTPA. The below post reflects my own opinions and experience with this product and does not necessarily reflect claims from Philips Canada. Please view full terms and policies. Over the last few months, I’ve been reviewing the Philips Series 2000i Connected Air Purifier and sharing my

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How to Turn That Fancy Dress Into a Fantastic-Looking Halloween Costume

With Halloween not far away, my thoughts are turning to creating costumes for everyone in the family. I find that the sooner I get started, the easier things are. I’m a big believer in making costumes whenever possible to save money. But sewing and gluing last-minute until the early hours of the morning can easily

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Enjoy Delicious Comfort at Bedtime with Microfiber Sheets from Sweet Sheets

It’s no secret that I’m a sucker for sweets. And if you dream of Cotton Candy and Strawberry Shakes like I do, it’s time to take your love of all things sweet to sleep, with a little help from Sweet Sheets bedding! I was recently introduced to this fabulous Alberta-based company run by three hardworking

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Must-Have Toys to Keep Kids Entertained When the Temperature Drops

Even though Saskatchewan usually enjoys fairly pleasant weather throughout the months of September and October, this year was definitely an exception. Our first snow fell shortly after school started, and we’ve had freezing temperatures and highs in the low single digits ever since. That means finding indoor activities my boys can enjoy is a priority

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Looking Back at Philips Avent Must-Haves I Wish I’d Had When My Baby Was a Newborn

Disclaimer: This post was sponsored by Philips and PTPA. All opinions belong to Mommy Kat and Kids and are not influenced in any way. Please view full terms and policies. My beautiful baby boy is one year old, and it feels like just last week that I held that precious newborn bundle of joy for

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Help Kids Avoid Antibiotics this Cold and Flu Season with Echinaforce Junior-Giveaway

Fall weather came early to Saskatchewan this year, and I have a feeling that the chill of winter isn’t far behind. In fact, we’ve already had our first (now melted) snowfall! And while winter does have its own charm, it also signals the start of cold and flu season! With two school-aged boys and a

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Using the Philips 2000i Air Purifier to Help My Son Sleep Without Sniffles

Disclaimer: This post is sponsored by Philips Canada and PTPA. The below post reflects my own opinions and experience with this product and does not necessarily reflect claims from Philips Canada. Please view full terms and policies. For the last few weeks, I’ve been testing the effectiveness of the Philips Series 2000i Air Purifier in

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Give Kids a One on One Tutoring Experience Online with Revolution Math

With the new school year underway and both my boys now diving into their work, I’m once again looking forward to following their learning throughout the year and helping them succeed any way I can. And for my middle son Benjamin, that means I’ll be keeping an eye on his math! Benjamin gets good grades

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Improving Our Air Quality with the Philips Series 2000i Connected Air Purifier

I’ve suffered from mild to moderate environmental allergies for as long as I can remember. And when my oldest two boys were born, I soon learned they had inherited the same occasional allergic outbreaks that I faced. Living in the country, there are all kind of allergy triggers to face. From pollen to dust to

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Help Kids Build Creativity and STEM Skills with Laser Pegs Monster Rally Building Sets

Disclosure: This is a sponsored post. We were invited to write about Laser Pegs by ShopHer Media Influencer Network. Even before I had three boys in the house, I loved building sets. Assembling pieces to form a toy is great for helping kids develop fine motor skills, critical thinking and creativity. And once my boys

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Creating the Perfect Moroccan Style Bedroom Oasis with Brightech Lamps

One of the best things about moving into our new custom-built house recently was being able to plan the décor for every room that we’d designed so carefully. We gave our family room a fresh and exotic feel with grey furniture, hints of blue and large plants. Our kitchen was more old-world European with granite

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