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Five Facts About Myopia That Parents Should Know

June 26, 2019 by Kathryn 9 Comments

As a mom of three, I sometimes get overwhelmed with all the information given to parents in our modern age. Keeping up with the latest health news and advice is tricky—especially when it’s changing all the time!

Eye health is something I’ve been passionate about ever since my oldest son was unexpectedly prescribed glasses to correct myopia (also known as nearsightedness) three years ago. He hadn’t shown any signs of eye problems, so I hadn’t thought to make an eye appointment for him. His diagnosis came as a complete shock!

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Since that day, I’ve made sure I stay as up-to-date as I can both on my boys’ eye exams, and on current information about myopia. Whether or not your own child has myopia, these five facts are ones that every parent should know! [Read more…]

7 Reasons You Should Practice Daily Meditation

June 25, 2019 by Kathryn 5 Comments

To say that we get overstimulated on a daily basis is an understatement. Digital media has taken over, and you can hardly turn a corner without running into some form of multimedia. Despite being informed about everything and feeling enlightened, attention spans are diminishing and many are struggling to focus.

We seem to have lost the ability to switch off and just be. And that’s why it’s so important for us to find ways to get focused once more and switch off. Daily meditation can be a great way to do that.

Here are seven reasons why you should meditate every day:

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New Mom Clothes: 6 Tips For Finding Your Perfect Mom Style

June 7, 2019 by Kathryn 6 Comments

Before I gave birth to my third baby, I had a wardrobe and a style that I loved. My clothes fit well, my pieces were carefully tailored and I adored having the chance to dress up!

But after Baby Cormac I found, like so many women, that my old wardrobe just didn’t fit as well as it had before. And with a baby in the house, some of my favourite mom clothes just weren’t practical! (Think shirts without quick breastfeeding access or white pants when Baby started on solid food!)

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How to Raise a Baby on a Budget

June 4, 2019 by Kathryn 2 Comments

So, you’ve decided to have a baby. Congratulations! Raising a baby is a wonderful experience, but it can also be expensive. Going through all those diapers alone costs a fortune in the first couple of years!

But don’t worry, because there are plenty of effective ways to cut expenses here and there. Caring for your little one doesn’t have to cost you an arm and a leg, and raising a baby on a budget will let you spoil your baby when you really want, without breaking the bank!

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6 Tips for Straightening Your Hair Easily

May 27, 2019 by Kathryn 1 Comment

When you have wavy or curly hair, straightening it the right way can be a bit of a challenge. But no matter how curly your hair is, or how sleek the strands are, having straight hair is just a few strokes away with the right flat iron.

In other words, with a little preparation you can still get the style you’ve always dreamed of.

Here are six tips to help make straightening your hair easier: [Read more…]