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Snack Healthier with RW Garcia Premium Organic Tortilla Chips-Giveaway

My boys and I love our snacks. While regular meals are great, snacks are definitely a family favourite whether we’re enjoying sweet treats or savoury crunchy foods. Obviously, that means that I have to be careful about the snacks we eat because we’d end up with a lot of unhealthy food in our bodies otherwise! […]

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Your Child Can Build a Story and Save a City with #KREOCityVille Invasion-Giveaway

My son has loved building sets since he was a toddler stacking wooden blocks and now that he’s seven years old, he has traded large, simple projects for smaller, more complicated construction toys. Last Christmas he received a KRE-O Transformers set that was one of his favourite construction toys for months afterwards. And when I

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Learn About Cord Blood and Tissue Banking with LifebankUSA and Enter to Win One of Two mamaRoo Bouncers Worth $260

I am so lucky to have two wonderful, healthy children to fill my days with their energy, and even though they often wear me out and sometimes drive me crazy, I treasure every moment I have with my rambunctious boys. So when one of them gets sick, my entire focus is on helping my sons

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The New Swiffer Bissell SteamBoost Lets You Clean with the Power of Steam-Giveaway

Since I bought the century-old house that I was raised in, life has been one long renovation. And one of my absolute favourite updates has been replacing the broken kitchen tiles and grungy 35-year-old living room carpet with beautiful new laminate flooring and white tile. Cleaning the floors on the main level used to be

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Broken Circle: Yarns of the Knitting Witches is a Fun and Fresh Fantasy Novel for Knitters

I love relaxing with a good book and fantasy fiction is my absolute favourite genre, so discovering a new novel or series is always a treat for me. Recently I received the young adult fantasy novel Broken Circle: Yarns of the Knitting Witches to review and it sounded like the type of intriguing read that

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Let Your Child Build an Adventure with New Mega Bloks Building Sets-Giveaway

My oldest son Zackary has always loved building with blocks and over the years, he’s developed from building huge towers with large Mega Bloks to putting together intricate sets of favourite characters. What I love about building sets is that they don’t just give kids a chance to build a fun model. The characters and

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Celebrate National Family Dinner Night With This Easy New York Striploin with Garlic Shrimp and Pepper Linguine Recipe

For the ninth year in a row, M&M Meat Shops is encouraging busy families to sit down together for dinner on September 19, 2013 for National Family Dinner Night! Sitting down for dinner is something that families tend to do less and less as our lives get busier, but it really is worth making time

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Natural Protection! Reader Reviews of Banana Boat Natural Reflect Sunscreen

This summer, I had the chance to test out the brand new Banana Boat Natural Reflect sunscreen on my boys and I was so excited that a large commercial brand was offering a natural alternative to chemical sunscreens. While I’ve already shared my review of Banana Boat Natural Reflect sunscreen, I wanted to hear from

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Make Cleaning Floors Easier with the Eureka AirSpeed One Upright Vacuum-Giveaway

Our house has a lot of carpet and I am not thrilled about that. The basement playroom is completely carpeted, the living room has the same carpet that was in the house when I was a child and the boys’ bedrooms were both carpeted when they were born. Having carpet on three different stories means

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Treat Your Nails to New DS Raw Granite and the Pink of Hearts Duo from OPI-Giveaway

Part of fall fashion for me is discovering trendy new nail colours and OPI has some great options available for women looking to update their look with a new polish. From two new Designer Series nail lacquers to the limited edition Pink of Hearts polish duo, there’s sure to be something for you from OPI

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Avoid Stomach Troubles on Vacation with Bio-K+ Probiotic Capsules

This post brought to you by Bio-K+. All opinions are 100% mine. There's nothing more frustrating than having a vacation ruined by stomach troubles. Whether you're spending your time shopping in the city or lounging on a beach, traveller's diarrhea, food poisoning and other stomach upsets can take the fun out of the experience pretty

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Stock Up for Fall Online and Get 15x AIR MILES Reward Miles at airmilesshops.ca

Getting the family ready to go back to school can be fun but it can also be pretty stressful! Between the crowded stores, complaining kids and time spent travelling from place to place, no wonder some parents shudder at the thought of summer ending! That’s why I prefer to shop online whenever possible. From the

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Attractions, Entertainment and Retail Therapy Await at the West Edmonton Mall

Edmonton is a vibrant city with a rich history and plenty of amazing attractions, but one of the largest and best known has to be the famed West Edmonton Mall. So much more than a place to shop, the mall features a variety of family-friendly attractions that make it a top destination spot for tourists

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Keep Snacks, Crumbs and Mess Contained with Itzy Ritzy Resuable Snack Bags-Giveaway

When I was in Chicago recently, I had the chance to connect with some of the people at Itzy Ritzy. This trendy eco-concious company specializes in producing high-quality, eco-friendly reusable bags for everything from snacks to sandwiches and as a big fan of green products, I was eager to see what they were like. Itzy

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Add a Little Spice to Your Relationship with New Trojan Lubricants-Giveaway

Keeping the spark in a relationship takes creativity sometimes, especially after years of marriage. That’s why Trojan has created a new line of personal lubricants designed especially for couples to help add a little something extra to a relationship that’s starting to fall into a predictable routine. The new Trojan Lubricants line includes:

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The Master Lock Storage Security Key Safe Keeps Keys Secure and Accessible-Giveaway

September is National Preparedness Month and this month as part of the Master Lock Live Secure Safety Squad, I get the chance to help you protect your keys so that you’re prepared in case you ever lock yourself out of the house. Depending on the time of year, accidentally locking the keys inside can be

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Share Your Best Stain Removal Tips on the Resolve Tip Exchange for a Chance at $5000 #ResolveTip

If there’s one thing that I can count on as a mom of two young boys, it’s washing plenty of laundry. And most of the time, that laundry is incredibly dirty or covered in stains. Now I have to admit, when my boys were younger, I didn’t worry about stained clothing all that much. Things

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Scan School Papers and Documents On the Go with the Epson WorkForce DS-30 Portable Scanner-Giveaway

It always amazes me how quickly summer flies by and back-to-school season arrives, but I have to admit, I can’t help but get excited when I see all the fun new school supplies start to arrive in the stores! From crayons and notebooks to laptop computers, all kinds of products are hitting the shelves! This

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Epic Movie Fun is Guaranteed with Printable Activity Sheets and Healthy Recipes

When I was at BlogHer13 in Chicago a few weeks ago, my sister took my oldest son and her oldest daughter to the movie theatre to check out one of the summer’s new animated features, Epic. The kids loved it and I heard stories about it for quite some time afterwards. Lucky for me, yesterday,

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Discover Your Favourite Scent in the New LUSH Gorilla Perfumes Collection-Giveaway

I am a little bit of a nut about LUSH Fresh Handmade Cosmetics products. LUSH Bath Bombs are my ultimate favourite indulgence and the fact that these skin-soothing, scent-infusing bath time treats are handmade with fabulous essential oils just makes me love them even more. LUSH also carries an extensive line of cosmetics, body care

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Hallmark Has Everything You Need for a Memorable First Day of School-Giveaway

The first day of school is quickly approaching and whether your child has a few butterflies about heading back or you just want to commemorate the special day, Hallmark has a fabulous range of products that are sure to make the first day of school a memorable one! Recently Hallmark sent me a few of

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Experience Another Language with Mariana Iranzi’s Children’s CD Hola Hello-Giveaway

Finding new children’s music is always a treat for me. My boys and I have many tried and true favourites when it comes to children’s musicians and each of my kids has a CD player in the bedroom with a stack of discs beside it. But it’s been some time since we discovered a new

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Polish Up Your Fall Look with the New OPI San Francisco Collection-Giveaway

San Francisco is full of iconic sights and this fall, OPI is celebrating the many things that make the City by the Bay such a beloved destination for so many people. The new OPI San Francisco collection contains fifteen colours in shades of blue, brown, red and grey inspired by the landscape and the attractions

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Preserve your Produce on Bernardin National Can-It-Forward Day with the Home Canning Starter Kit-Giveaway

One of my favourite things about cooking is learning new techniques that let me make even more fun food for my family. We all have our favourite dishes but sometimes I want something specific that I haven’t yet learned how to make, or I have a surplus of a certain fruit or vegetable and want

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Kids Get Nutrition and Convenience with Milk Unleashed Shelf Safe Milk #MilkUnleashed

August is here and school days are quickly approaching! I am having a blast getting my boys all the gear they need for the upcoming school year and healthy food for lunches and snacks is always something at the top of my list. This year, the new Milk Unleashed shelf safe milk will be right

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Enjoy Naturally Sweet Summer Treats with Truvia Sweetener-Giveaway

With concerns about commercial sweeteners becoming more and more prevalent, one of the hottest new food and diet trends is using stevia-based sweeteners to replace sugar in everything from coffee to baked goods. Canada has a few different brands of stevia-based sweetener available and recently I received a fun iced tea prize pack so that

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Anna’s Budget Tips-How to Save on Kids’ Birthday Parties

It’s only natural for moms to be excited about the little ones’ (or no-so-little-anymore ones’…) birthdays. These annual milestones are a reminder of the amazing people our kids are turning into and how much they’ve grown, learned and changed since the last birthday. And that’s certainly a cause for celebration! But…it’s all too easy to

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Coca-Cola Canada Shares Stories of Inspirational Canadians this Summer to Help Encourage Acts of Kindness

One of the basic truths of human nature is that our smallest actions can grow to have a big impact on our lives and the lives of others. Even something as simple as smiling at a person that looks sad can create a ripple that yields positive results all day long. And a recent national

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Outdoor Adventures Fishing with Ford at Eagle Nest Lodge in Manitoba-Giveaway

Living in Western Canada, I was raised to understand the importance of big trucks and big fish. A big truck was how farmers got around the fields, how homeowners hauled building supplies for inevitable renovations and repairs and how almost everybody dealt with the wear and tear of cruising on gravel roads. In fact, one

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Get Healthier with Herbal Magic Sensible Weight Loss Programs and Natural Supplements

When it comes to losing weight and living a healthier lifestyle, it seems there are two main challenges that most people encounter. The first is developing an appropriate eating and exercise plan. The second is finding a way to battle the cravings that tempt dieters to overindulge in unhealthy foods. Herbal Magic tackles both those

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Earth Rescue Cleaning Products Get Rid of Dirt Naturally

My love of eco-friendly cleaning products is something I’ve spoken about often. I don’t like poisonous chemicals in my house and so I’m always looking for great eco-friendly products that still power through dirt and grime. While I appreciate products that are safe for the environment, the truth is that I’m actually far more concerned

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Join Avon Canada Free Right Now and Get a $50 Beauty Bundle and Special Gift

I absolutely love trying new beauty products and I’ve always found that Avon has some of the absolute best and most innovative skincare, haircare and cosmetics available. And the prices are always fabulous too! Personally, I am dying to try the Avon Ideal Flawless Beauty Balm Cream. BB creams are all the rage right now

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Pirates, Princesses and Winnie the Pooh Take Over Disney Junior this Summer #DisneyJuniorMom

Disney Junior is celebrating summer in a very special way this month and with the boys getting a little stir-crazy being at home, I couldn’t be happier about it. From hit shows to great movies, there’s tons of fun this month for kids of all ages! The adventures kick off with a pirate and princess

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Summer is Sweet with New Pepperidge Farm Goldfish Grahams S’mores-Giveaway

One of my favourite things about summer is the delicious seasonal food. Watermelon, barbecued burgers, fresh garden veggies…there are so many tasty treats to enjoy! And this year, Pepperidge Farm has taken one of the most popular summer foods, S’mores, and incorporated the treat into brand new limited edition Goldfish Grahams S’Mores! Recently I received

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Increase Hair Smoothness and Growth with ProFolla Silk Haircare-Giveaway

Finding haircare to suit different hair types can be difficult, but fortunately, there are more and more brands that are creating specialized formulas to let everyone enjoy beautiful hair. ProFolla Silk is one of those brands, specializing in haircare for Black and African American hair types. The formulas are enriched with LustrePlex and Emu Oil

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Ford’s New Electrified Vehicles Give Canadians the Power of Choice

One of the things that I admire about Ford Canada is its dedication to innovation. I experienced the company’s progressive drive firsthand back in January when I had the chance to attend the unveiling of the Ford Atlas concept truck at the North American International Auto Show. And I saw that dedication reinforced once again

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Get Fun Gear for Summer and Stock up for School at Stuck on You

Whether I’m helping my boys keep track of their favourite toys at the park or organize their supplies for school, Stuck on You has been helping me out for the last three years. The Australian-based company has been featured numerous times on my site because its gorgeous personalized labels, backpacks, growth charts and other items

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Keep Your Toddler Active this Summer with New Little Tikes Clearly Sports Sets

With the boys home from school now, I am looking for every possible opportunity to keep them entertained. The freedom of summer is wonderful but it’s also leading to some scuffles between the two of them. I’ve already noticed that the busier they are, the less they argue. We have a huge kid-friendly back yard

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Get Ready for the Beach with the June LittleEcoFootprint Subscription Box

One of the highlights of the month for me is always receiving the latest LittleEcoFootprint subscription box full of eco-friendly products for mom and baby. In May, the company celebrated mothers with a great collection of indulgent goodies just for Mom and in June, LittleEcoFootprint decided to celebrate summer with a special Beach Time Fun

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Kids Will Have a Knightly Summer with Mike the Knight DVDs, Books and Toys-Giveaway

With summer here and kids home from school, finding a way to provide a little extra entertainment is always a good thing. And this summer, NCircle Entertainment, HIT Entertainment and Fisher-Price have a very special set of Mike the Knight products that will be sure to keep younger children captivated! Mike the Knight is the

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Light Up Your Summer with the Nicole by OPI Notorious Neons Mini Set-Giveaway

I love summer fashion because it lets me add light, bright colour choices to my wardrobe. Nicole by OPI prides itself on always offering the latest and trendiest nail lacquers for every season and this year is no exception! The new Notorious Neons Mini Nail Lacquer Kit is bright, vibrant and tons of fun, perfect

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Streamline Your Household with New Rubbermaid All Access Organizers-Giveaway

I’ve been doing a lot of work lately organizing my home a little more and clearing out some of the clutter that’s accumulated over the years. Slowly our little century-old house is starting to look more streamlined and organized, but I was having a bit of trouble finding a good way to store the items

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Get Away in Comfort with an Amazing Giveaway from Global Resort Homes

Are you looking for the ultimate family vacation experience? An adventure that lets you relax in a home with plenty of space instead of a cramped hotel room? A getaway that’s just minutes away from some of the most popular vacation destinations of all time? Global Resort Homes is for you! This company offers stunning

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Get Fired Up for Summer Fun with New Seasonal Treats from the President’s Choice Insider’s Report-Giveaway

With Canada Day behind us, summer is officially underway and that means that the President’s Choice Summer Insider’s Report has been released! I love checking out the newest seasonal products from PC and so I was very excited to receive a box full of some of the featured items this summer. I was especially pleased

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Easy and Delicious Tuna Cashew Ranch Lettuce Rolls are Perfect for a Summer Lunch

My family has always loved Hidden Valley Ranch and for the second year in a row, I was given the chance to show off just how delicious and versatile the creamy ranch dressing can be in the Hidden Valley Ranch Canada recipe contest! While vegetables are a natural fit for this product, I love using

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Vistaprint Deals Helps You Save Even More on Great Business Products from Vistaprint

One of those products that almost every adult needs is high-quality business cards and I am no exception. I used to just have a few cards to hand out to potential employers when I was working as a freelance writer, but after starting my site I found that I needed quite a few more business

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Say Goodbye to Rewashing Clothes with the Maytag Maxima XL Steam Washer Fresh Hold Technology

Is there anything better than pulling on fresh, sweet-smelling, unwrinkled clothes? A crisp pair of linen shorts, a soft cotton t-shirt, that cute new workout top…no matter which outfits we’re wearing, my boys and I want them to look and smell great. Unfortunately, with a hectic schedule and our old washer and dryer, that just

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Barbeque Time and a Great Grocery Giveaway with MarcAngelo Foods-Giveaway

Barbeque season is here and while everyone loves that classic burger or hot dog, why not shake things up a bit this summer with some tasty Mediterranean main dishes perfect for the grill from MarcAngelo Foods? From Sweet BBQ Chicken Skewers to Honey Garlic Sausages, there are all kinds of fun choices to get you

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Minue Maid Peachy Sparkler Recipe

Cool Off with this Easy Minute Maid Sparkling Peach Punch Recipe

There’s nothing better than sipping a cold, refreshing beverage on a hot summer’s day and once again, Minute Maid has teamed up with the Canadian Living Test Kitchen to create an amazing assortment of cool concoctions to quench your thirst! I always love trying the newest recipes from Minute Maid and so when I was

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Chocolate Indulgence from Chubby Chipmunk Featured in the Distinctive Assets Mother’s Day in Hollywood Gift Basket-Giveaway

Last month, Hollywood’s most well-known celebrity moms were treated to a special Mother’s Day gift basket from LA-based marketing firm Distinctive Assets. The baskets were packed with exclusive goodies for Mom and Baby including products from Earth’s Best Organic, Credible Cravings, Pact, CCILU and many others. Moms-to-be Penelope Cruz and Jessica Simpson and new moms

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Television Fans can Share, Chat and Find New Shows with the Tubetime App and Connector

Watching a favourite television show used to be a fairly solitary pleasure but with the popularity of social networks such as Facebook and Twitter, watching TV has now become a social experience and a new app called Tubetime is making connecting with friends, discovering new shows and sharing your passion for your favourite program easier

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Get Kids Ready for Summer or Prep Early for Back-to-School with Stuck on You-Giveaway

For more than two years I have been in love with the amazing variety of name labels and personalized products from Stuck on You. This Australian-based company doesn’t just offer the highest-quality name labels for school supplies, clothing and all of a family’s other labelling needs. Stuck on You also carries fun personalized growth charts,

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