Parenting

Over 75 Baby Boy and Girl Names from A-Z

December 16, 2019 by Kathryn Leave a Comment

One of the highlights of a new baby is choosing the perfect name, and it’s something that takes a lot of careful consideration! Whether you prefer a unique, new name or a classic, historical name, deciding on just the right name among the many baby boy and girl names is no easy task!

If you’re beginning the process of brainstorming names for your new baby boy or girl, here are a few things you might want to consider!

Try out some names that rhyme with your or your partner’s name.
You may want to avoid names that are extremely outdated, as those names are sometimes mocked by others when children get older.
Consider the meaning of the name and choose one that speaks to you.
Ask your partner about their own favourite names, and find one that both of you love.

Bible names have been popular for years and range from well-known classic names to lesser-known unique ones. To help you make your decision, take a look at these boy and girl names from A-Z! [Read more…]

4 Important Lessons We Can Teach Our Kids About Self Care Skills

October 31, 2019 by Kathryn 5 Comments

As parents, one of the greatest truths about raising kids is that they learn from what they see us do. Raising healthy, happy and well-adjusted children isn’t about what we tell them, it’s about how we model our behavior to set an example for them.

Our kids learn a lot from us; they learn how to treat others, how to carry themselves out in the world, and how to set standards for themselves. But one of the most important things our kids will learn from us is how to treat and value themselves. If we take care of our well-being, both physically and mentally, that will become something our kids will also value.

Learning self care skills is incredibly beneficial for children, but we need to teach them the right way. Self care is not about vanity or being selfish. It’s about ensuring that our minds and bodies are nourished so that we can better provide for others. Pouring from an empty cup doesn’t benefit anyone!

If you’re wondering how to start teaching your kids about the benefits of self care, use these four key points to help them learn some of the basics: [Read more…]

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

August 14, 2019 by Kathryn 4 Comments

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 while now. From worrying about peer pressure to dealing with mood swings to paying for the sudden increase in our grocery bill, teenagers bring their own unique challenges to a household.

But managing my son’s cell phone use is one aspect of teen life that won’t bring me any extra stress at all, thanks to TELUS! The company knows that life with teenagers has enough challenges, so they’ve put together several new programs designed to make managing a family’s wireless use easier than ever before.

Looking for the perfect phone solutions for your teenagers? Check out these five great options TELUS has for families! [Read more…]

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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Tips for Bringing Out the Best Stay-at-Home Mom in You

January 20, 2019 by Kathryn Leave a Comment

Whether you’re a new parent or a proud mama of a few beautiful babies, your title as a stay-at-home mom comes with all the perks you would assume it would (plus more than a few headaches).

Staying home and caring for little ones can be one of the most rewarding decisions a mom can make. However, it’s easy to get stuck in a stay-at-home mom schedule that may leave you feeling stagnant and unbalanced.

mom with kids working

Being a mom is hard work, and when you tack working from home on top of caring for your family, things can easily start to boil over and drive you a little crazy. When it comes to keeping sane, adding these eight tips to your stay-at-home mom schedule will keep you grounded, happy, and most importantly, healthy! [Read more…]