If there’s a more delicious pasta dish than my mom’s famous Spinach Lasagna, I haven’t discovered it. But as most cooks know, lasagna is a pain to make! Cooking the noodles, making the sauce, layering, baking…it really does take hours by the time it’s finally finished! Fortunately, Olivieri has expanded its line of scrumptious fresh …
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We hear a lot about detoxifying the body with different diets and specialty products, but did you know that some products can also detoxify the skin? The dirt, chemicals and other pollutants that are in the air can cause all kind of skin problems, from irritation to acne to dryness. That’s why Giovanni Skincare offers …
Nothing says summer like the arrival of May Long Weekend and if you’ve been hunting for tips and drink recipes to make the first long weekend of the summer as “cool” as it can be, you’re in luck! Minute Maid has partnered with the experts in the Canadian Living test kitchen to create some delicious …
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I love my coffee. I mean…I really love it. In a can’t-live-without-it kind of way. But I love chocolate just as much. And so when I learned about Crio Bru, I knew I’d probably found the most ideal drink ever. Crio Bru is a brand of organic roasted cocoa beans that provides all the same …
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Get ready for a splashing good time with the newest hit preschool series from Nickelodeon, Bubble Guppies! This show combines music, learning and entertainment into a show that young kids are sure to love and now preschoolers can enjoy the fun anytime with the brand new Bubble Guppies DVD! Here’s a brief synopsis: Come discover …
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Proper eating can really be a pain sometimes. I try my best to make wholesome, healthy meals for my family but it seems like there’s always some supplement or nutrient that we’re not getting enough of. If we don’t have fish twice a week, we’re not getting enough Omega-3. If we don’t eat a certain …
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I love coffee. I love it black, with cream, in lattes and pretty much any other way it can be prepared. I’ll drink it hot, cold, or even lukewarm if need be. But as a special treat, I like it flavoured and that’s why I was thrilled when I got the chance to review some …
One of the things that always drives me nuts about my boys is that I can never seem to find a pair of pants for them that fits right. If the pants are the right length, then they’re too loose in the waist. If the waist fits right, the pants are too long or too …
Say Goodbye To Droopy Drawers with the Dapper Snapper Toddler Belt-Giveaway Read More »
It’s almost Earth Day and thinking about ways that I can minimize my family’s impact on the earth are filling my head. It’s not hard to find eco-friendly products for our homes these days; every major brand seems to have its own earth-conscious line of products. Some companies, however, aren’t just providing products to embrace …
Seventh Generation’s New Natural 4X Laundry Detergent is Eco-Friendly Inside and Out Read More »
Comfortable footwear is something that’s always been a high priority in our household. When I used to work as a waitress before my boys were born, I was often on my feet for eight hours at a time, so having high-quality footwear was absolutely essential. And with my husband’s chronic back pain, proper shoes make …
Viking Sandals Provide the Ultimate Experience in Comfortable Summer Footwear Read More »
Isn’t it frustrating when you want to enjoy an indulgent, hassle-free meal for dinner and everyone wants something different? KFC thinks so, and Canada’s favourite chicken restaurant has a solution that will have the whole family smiling! The new KFC Family Dinner Box is the newest way to enjoy a tasty dinner while still offering …
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I’ve had the chance to check out some great painting tools recently and since our living room and our bedroom are both going through renovations in the next few months, I am very happy about that. But no matter what and where I’m painting, there is one product that is always by my side and …
Designer DIY Painting Techniques from 3M ScotchBlue Painter’s Tape with Edge-Lock Read More »
A few weeks ago, I shared information about Master Lock’s participation in National Random Acts of Kindness Week and some of the company’s great initiatives such as holding promotions on the Master Lock Facebook page and handing out free 1534D Set-Your-Own Combination Password Locks to gym-goers to encourage healthy lifestyles. Master Lock also handed one …
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When I was a child, one of my favourite activities was waking up early on Saturday morning and sneaking quietly downstairs to watch cartoons. And while there were lots of shows that I liked, one of the only cartoons that I still enjoy to this very day is Looney Tunes from Warner Brothers. So I …
Get Ready To Laugh with the Looney Tunes: Pepe Le Pew C DVD-Review Read More »
Have you heard the legend of the bagel? There is an old story about a ruler who, centuries ago, was looking for new sources of income and decided to charge a tax on the ovens that bakers used to make their bread. One innovative baker decided that to avoid the tax, he would cook his …
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This post is part of YummyMummyClub.ca‘s Blogger Review Team Sponsorship Program. I received free samples from Proctor and Gamble in order to write this review. This post reflects my personal opinion and was not influenced by the sponsors. My husband and I often have minor disagreements when we ride in the car. When I’m hot, …
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The weekend is here and if you’re planning on enjoying a family movie this weekend, you’re in luck because the much-anticipated Dreamworks hit Puss in Boots is now available in both Double DVD and Blu-Ray Combo Packs today! Here’s a brief synopsis of the film: You loved him in Shrek…now see where the one-and-only swashbuckling …
I’ve seen a lot of different products in the last two years of blogging and so it’s pretty rare for me to find something that both touches my heart and blows me away with its brilliance all at once. But that’s exactly what the paintings from artist Katie M. Berggren did to me and I …
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I love boutique kids’ clothing because it lets my boys have a style that’s all their own, and the gorgeous clothing from Taylor Joelle Designs fulfills my desire for originality perfectly. This great online baby boutique offers unique clothing and accessories for infants, toddlers and older children and I was thrilled when I got the …
If you have a book lover to shop for and you want to give them a gift that they’re sure to love, you have got to check out Book By You! This original website offers personalized books for adults, teens and kids. I can’t think of a more fun and surprising gift than a full-length …
Growing up in small town Saskatchewan, I lived a pretty wild and free childhood, complete with all the bumps, bruises and scrapes that come along with things like sledding, bike riding and exploring the tree-filled greenery of the Qu’Appelle Valley. And for the most part, my boys are enjoying the same type of rough-and-tumble childhood …
Does anybody else find that doing things in the shower can be incredibly awkward? No, I don’t have my mind in the gutter! I’m talking about those everyday cleaning and beauty rituals that we all have to perform. Wouldn’t it be nice if there were a more comfortable way to shave your legs or wash …
You know that moment when you’ve asked your child something at least four times and they’ve barely even paused to look at you, never mind doing whatever you were asking them to do? And your eye starts to twitch a little and you clench your teeth and ask once more…and they still don’t even give …
Healthy eating is one of those resolutions that gets sabotaged fairly easily simply because most of us have such busy days! When you have to rush from one place to another, sometimes your options end up being to either eat something unhealthy or just go hungry, and neither of those choices is good for overall …
Tim Hortons Egg White Breakfast Sandwich-Review and Giveaway Read More »
There’s been a lot of controversy about infants and toddlers being given cough medicine when they get sick, and while I don’t have a strong opinion about whether commercial cough syrup is helpful or hurtful for treating the symptoms of colds and flu, I do know that if there is a natural alternative for my …
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I was never a picky eater when I was a child, so I must admit that I find my boys’ fussiness about food to be rather frustrating. Zackary currently argues against eating virtually any new food I put in front of him and Benjamin, despite the fact that he actually likes every food I give …
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Last year, I reviewed a few of the fabulous products from femMED, a company that makes dietary supplements especially designed for the most comment health issues women encounter. I found both the Energy supplement and the Weight Management supplement did exactly what they were supposed to do, and I loved that they were exclusively designed …
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There are so many fancy high-tech toys available today that sometimes we can forget just how fun and educational the classic toys still are. My boys get the chance to enjoy a lot of new gadgets, but recently I was able to see first-hand how appealing some of the most timeless toys of all time …
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I always had a hard time remembering to take my vitamins and for years I thought it was just because I was a forgetful person. But recently I’ve realized that the reason I forget to take a multi-vitamin every day is because I don’t enjoy taking a multi-vitamin every day. Popping that large pill with …
Holiday Gift for Older Boys There are plenty of choices when it comes to buying a remote control vehicle for the holidays but to really impress a child, check out the fabulous Tonka XT Ricochet Stunt Pro R/C! This amazing remote control vehicle uses the same double-sided flip technology as Tonka’s popular Bounce Back Racer, …
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Holiday Gift for Women If you’re looking for a gift for a fashionable woman on your Christmas list but you’re not sure what piece or size to get, look no more! The fabulous new Diane Kroe Endless Top to Bottom is here, and it’s sure to impress anyone that receives it. A few months ago …
Holiday Gift Guide for Fashion Lovers If you’re still looking for that perfect winter jacket for the holiday season, look no further than Old Navy Canada! Whether you want a trendy faux-sherling moto jacket, a classic frost-free long coat or a sophisticated wool car coat, Old Navy has the look you love for an unbeatable …
Holiday Gift for Pet Owners Pets are wonderful, but they do take extra work. And while feeding, exercising and playing with your pet may not be much of a chore, cleaning up their hair can definitely be frustrating! We used to have a large Rottweiler cross that shed huge hunks of hair all over the …
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Holiday Gift for Coffee Lovers For some people, there’s no better gift than a hot cup of specialty coffee. And while there are many different machines available to make fancy specialty coffeehouse in the comfort of your own home, there is only one system that offers the convenience of a pod beverage maker with the …
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Holiday Gift for Energetic Kids A gift that helps children burn off some energy is as much fun for the parent as it is for the child, and nothing combines fun and energy-burning better than a PlasmaCar! The PlasmaCar from PlaSmart has been helping kids use up their excess energy since 2003 and there’s a …
Holiday Gift for Boys If you have a little boy that loves building block sets, you’re in luck! A brand new type of construction set has just been introduced in Canada and boys everywhere are sure to want to check it out. Kre-O Transformers sets are the next generation of building sets. Designed for children …
Recently I got the chance to attend the fabulous Roll Play Live Animal Party show featuring children’s musicians Splash ‘N Boots. My boys and I were so excited to be a part of the fun and let me just say, it was absolutely amazing! Roll Play Live Animal Party was definitely not your ordinary live …
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I think starting a home business is the dream of almost every Mom, because what could be better than staying at home with your family and still earning a good wage doing it? I’m lucky enough to be able to stay home with my children, but it isn’t always easy. We have to be very …
If you’ve ever read a biology textbook or watched an episode of Jeopardy, you may already know that the largest organ of the human body is the skin. And skin, since it is so large and exposed to so much, can cause tons of problems. From acne to eczema to allergies, there are so many …
There’s nothing more important than good nutrition, but every mom knows that feeding a family the perfect balance of protein, complex carbs, fruits, vegetables and essential oils every day is HARD! Kids are picky, time is usually limited, and convenience food is just way too…well…convenient! So how do you make sure that you and your …
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When it comes to vaccinations, I have some pretty strong feelings about the ones that I will and won’t allow my children to have. Not a single member of our family received the H1N1 vaccine. I do not believe flu shots are helpful or necessary. And I am very hesitant about the chicken pox vaccine. …
October is breast cancer month and Palmer’s has partnered with the Breast Cancer Society of Canada to support women with breast cancer in a fabulous new partnership. This is a cause that is very near to my heart; my grandmother passed away after a lengthy battle with breast cancer, which means that my mother, my …
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Everyone in our family gets lots of chances to test out fun products and our darling pet cat Racer is no exception. Pet reviews don’t come along often, but when they do, they are always lots of fun. And if there’s one place that knows just how cool pet products can be, it is definitely …
PetSmart Martha Stewart Pets Double Feeder and Feeding Mat-Review and Giveaway Read More »
This fall, my son started Kindergarten and I entered the world of box lunches, book orders and after-school snacks. I must admit that I love every minute of it! I find it so exciting to see my darling boy heading off to school every day and I honestly enjoy the fun of packing sandwiches for …
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On Thursday, my entire family was given the chance to review The Backyardigans: Quest for the Extra Ordinary Aliens live show in Regina courtesy of Koba Entertainment. I was so excited to see how my boys would react to seeing their Backyardigans friends in real life! Here’s a brief synopsis of the show: The Backyardigans …
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Paramount Home Entertainment knows how much Canadians love SpongeBob Squarepants and French-speaking fans will be thrilled to learn that the company has just released three fabulous SpongeBob Squarepants DVDs in Canada with both English and French audio! If you’ve got a school-aged SpongeBob fan in the house, now is the perfect time to do some …
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Have you heard of Ganoderma? It’s a mushroom popular in Asian medicine that is used by many as a natural remedy to relieve fatigue, lower cholesterol, curb high blood pressure, tame inflammation, build stamina, and support the immune system. The research where Ganoderma is concerned is quite amazing and I fully understood why so many …
Organo Gold Instant Coffee Drinks-Review and Free Sample Read More »
Every autumn, I find that I seem to get a little bit of extra motivation. I wake up every morning wanting to really accomplish something and most days, I do just that. Whether I’m making jam, organizing my closet or baking treats for Christmas, there are no days that I find as busy, or as …
Bissell Big Green Deep Cleaning Machine-Rent it at Rona! Read More »
Benjamin is at the age now where he’s really starting to show an interest in language and letters and I want to encourage that interest as much as possible. Music can be a fantastic teaching tool and when I learned about an innovative new children’s iTunes album from ABCmouse.com Early Learning Academy called The Letter …
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I am so lucky to have spent my entire life in a town small enough that I always feel safe outside Whether it is the middle of the day or the middle of the night, I can walk down the street knowing that my house is only a few blocks away and that there are …
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While I love barbequing, I know that with summer winding to an end I’ll soon be back to doing all my cooking indoors. I enjoy so much about autumn, but if there’s one thing I’m really going to miss about summer, it’s the convenience and great flavour of barbeque cooking. Fortunately, I recently got the …
Hamilton Beach Meal Maker Express Contact Grill with Removable Grids-Review Read More »
When I got the chance to host an iCarly giveaway recently, I learned that there are tons of iCarly fans in the blogosphere! And fans are going to be thrilled to hear that iCarly: The Complete Third Season is now available on DVD! Here’s a brief synopsis: iOMG, it’s Season 3 of iCarly, the web …
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I have to admit that since I started Mommy Kat and Kids, I have become a bit of a diva where cosmetics are concerned, and I owe it all to mineral makeup. I had such a hard time finding makeup that both looked great and was gentle on my skin that I always kept my …
The All Natural Face Vegan Mineral Makeup-Review and Giveaway Read More »
Nothing says summer like a hot dog and for hot dogs with great flavour and only the best ingredients, Maple Leaf Top Dogs are always a great choice. But how do you “do” your dog? Are you a hot dog purist who swears by the classic ketchup and mustard covered bun? Or do you like …
It has been years since I have had a proper family vacation. It’s one of those things that we seem to plan for every year, but never actually get around to doing. So I felt incredibly spoiled this year when I got to enjoy not just one, but two family getaways! The first was a …
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With the heat of summer at its peak, keeping my kids hydrated is a huge priority. Zackary doesn’t pose much of a challenge since he is old enough to get himself a glass of water or juice if he wants one. But Benjamin still uses a sippy cup most of the time and often his …
Kidzikoo Insulating Bottle and Sippy Cup Sleeve Review Read More »
If there’s one thing almost everyone loves about summer, it’s ice cream. And when a summer celebration features not just ice cream, but a tasty ice cream cake, that’s even better. I had heard a lot about Cold Stone Creamery coming to select Tim Horton’s locations in Canada and the absolutely luscious ice cream treats …
While I was very much a tomboy in my younger years, I revel in feminine things now that I’m an adult. Makeup, pretty dresses, fancy jewellery…in a house full of males they make me feel beautiful and girly. I have some dressy jewellery that I save for special occasions but for the most part I …
PearlParadise.com Freshwater Pearl Jewelry Review Read More »
Women have special needs where nutrition is concerned, but not all supplement brands understand that. Many companies tend to think that by adding some extra iron and folic acid to a standard multivitamin, they have provided women with everything that they need nutritionally. Really, nothing could be further from the truth. Women are susceptible to …
A little over a year ago, my family got the chance to review the absolutely phenomenal Dremel 8200 Cordless Rotary Tool (you can read the review here). Almost every man agrees that a rotary tool is an essential component of any toolkit and there is no brand of rotary device that even comes close to …
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A few months ago I reviewed one of the affordable diapers from Lovely Pocket Diapers. This fabulous mom-run company offers what every cloth-diapering mama has only been able to dream of until recently: high-quality and affordable one-size pocket diapers. I loved the diaper that I received to review and when I learned that Lovely Pocket …
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I have a few minor body issues but one problem I’ve never had is self-consciousness about a small chest. As I have mentioned in other reviews, my chest is quite large and presents its own challenges, but I know very well that having a smaller chest can be just as challenging, especially when bathing suit …
Like so many people, my husband and I struggle with our weight at times. I am actually quite happy with my body and while I do have a little extra weight on my stomach and lower body at the moment, I am a pretty self-confident woman and there isn’t a person in the world that …
TurboCharged by Dian Griesel, Ph.D. and Tom Griesel-Review and Giveaway Read More »
I love travelling, but I’m not quite so fond of all the preparations that are needed for just a short and simple trip. Even when I was single, packing for a vacation wasn’t especially enjoyable to me and now that I have children to worry about as well, I find the entire process to be …
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There is a lot of pressure on girls today to look, dress and act a certain way. I remember feeling like an outcast at school because my hair wasn’t the proper style or my jeans weren’t the proper brand and it is not a good feeling at all. I wish I could say that times …
Discovery Girls Magazine and Fab Girls Books-Review and Giveaway Read More »
I have reviewed a few of the wonderful educational toys from LeapFrog since I first started blogging and I haven’t been disappointed yet. LeapFrog is a company that has a great understanding of both how kids learn and how kids have fun and that understanding means that my kids love LeapFrog toys as much as …
Men are often overlooked when it comes to bath and body items. Women have had a monopoly on the bathing industry for so long that it’s sometimes easy to forget that men like luxurious, high-quality products just as much, as long as the products are also appropriately masculine. Dove definitely knows about luxurious bath and …
Almost everyone knows the basics of good nutrition, and like every mother, I really try to ensure that my kids are eating a healthy balanced diet. But making sure that they’re getting the vitamins and minerals they need isn’t always easy. Whether I’m dealing with Benjamin’s lack of vitamin D (since he still nurses he …
Summer is here and kids are gearing up for fun! But every parent knows that having some great entertainment on hand for when kids get bored is always a good decision too! Nickelodeon is ready to help with a new collection of summer-themed favourites for preschoolers on its latest DVD Nickelodeon Favorites: Summer Vacation. Here’s …
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Summer is officially here and Nickelodeon is ready to keep your kids entertained on those “I’ve got nothing to do!” days with the Nickelodeon Favorites: Big Box of Play Dates 2 3-DVD box set. My kids are incredibly good at keeping themselves entertained, but there are still days when they just want to sit down …
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I’ve had more than one opportunity to review the amazing cleaning products from Nature Clean and I’ve been impressed every time. A few of the company’s items are absolute staples in our household, namely the Lavender and Warm Vanilla Air Freshener and the Laundry Liquid. So of course, I am always excited when I get …
Nature Clean Automatic Dishwasher Pacs and Dishwasher Rinse Agent-Review Read More »
The first time I saw Yo Gabba Gabba! I thought it was the most bizarre children’s show ever created. But over the past six months or so I have gradually come around and these days, I am a convert. This wacky and imaginative show really grew on me and I now enjoy watching it as …
There aren’t many kids that don’t love trains. Zackary has always loved cars more than any other vehicle, but he has the same fascination with train sets that most other boys do and one of his favourite joys is to play with the boy next door because of the huge train set the other boy …
This year, Zackary had his first real birthday party with six of his friends from Pre-Kindergarten. I was very excited about my chance to plan my son’s party, but there was so much to do that I really didn’t know how to get started. I needed games, food, decorations, a cake, tableware and loot bags. …
Regular readers of my blog may recall that when it comes to sunscreen, I have some very strong opinions. I have a powerful dislike of commercial chemical-based sunscreens and the more I hear about the potentially harmful cocktail of ingredients they contain, the more my dislike increases. I have never really worried about wearing sunscreen …
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The first day of summer is only three weeks away and for my family the warmer weather always brings the same three letters to all our minds…BBQ! There is nothing I love more than a delicious meal served hot off the grill and eaten outside in our big backyard and my husband and kids feel …
Cattle Boyz Gourmet BBQ Sauces and Seasonings Review Read More »
My boys have some absolutely amazing educational toys and almost all of them are from LeapFrog. When Zackary was just a few months old, we bought our first LeapFrog toy, the now discontinued LeapFrog Learning Drum. Zackary just loved it and I am sure that it was largely responsible for helping him develop his ability …
Pretty underwear is such an exclusively feminine thing. Only a woman really understands the pleasure of having a fancy set of matched undergarments and even though the items aren’t visible to others, having a great bra and panties can give a woman an extra touch of confidence throughout the day. I have a fairly large …
I love to cook, but there are days when I just seem to run out of time before I can get supper ready. For example, on any day that my stepdaughter has a softball game, we have to be out of the house by about 5:15 in order to be at the softball field by …
I’ve been cloth-diapering Benjamin full-time since July of last year and I really fell in love with it. Some of my friends have actually told me that I’m brave to add the extra work into my already busy day by using cloth diapers, but thanks to the easy-to-use designs of most cloth diapers today, I …
Lovely Pocket Diapers Affordable One-Size Cloth Diapers-Review and Giveaway Read More »
I have been through the agonies of the teething process on two separate occasions now and found it thoroughly frustrating each time. Both of my boys would be absolutely fine for a month or two and then suddenly, with a great deal of fussiness, grumping, drooling and waking up in the night, they would have …
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Magnum, a premium luxury ice cream bar loved in over 40 countries, has come to Canada and pleasure-seekers across the country are already falling in love with this iconic ice cream brand. The Magnum bar is made of smooth and silky vanilla bean ice cream and coated in real Belgian chocolate for a taste that …
Depending on different circumstances, feeding my children a proper diet is something that can be incredibly easy or incredibly difficult. So many factors play a part in whether or not my boys are getting all the nutrients they need. For example, the surplus of fresh fruit and vegetables during summer means that our entire family …
Ascenta Health NutraSea Kids Omega-3 Supplement-Review and Giveaway Read More »
When it came to cleaning hard floors, a broom and a mop used to be the only option but times have really changed. With all the responsibilities that the modern mom has to juggle, who has time to clean a floor the old-fashioned way anymore? My favourite cleaning product company, Bissell, understands how pressed for …
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Is there anyone that doesn’t love riding a bike? When I was in my early twenties, I had a fancy double-suspension mountain bike and I even managed to convince myself that I would spend enough time on dirt roads and rocky trails to make the bike’s off-road design necessary. Today I’m a little more realistic …
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Who doesn’t love stickers? My two sons both think that there’s nothing better than a new sheet of stickers ready to be applied to random items around the house. And I often find that I’m inclined to agree. There’s something about that peel-and-stick action that’s just fantastic. And now, thanks to an incredible new Toronto-based …
I’ve always had a very free and easy approach to parenting for the most part. Kids learn by exploring and when you’re a kid, exploring is a dirty job. An old family friend used to say, “Your kids can be clean, or they can be happy.” I couldn’t agree more. Unfortunately, kids mess up their …
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My hometown is small enough that I can walk almost anywhere that I need to go. The bank and grocery store are a mere two blocks away and the school is just a five-minute walk from our front door. So, for the most part, I walk absolutely everywhere. In the winter, I pull one or …
Last year, I was introduced to the wonderful eco-friendly cleaning products offered by Nature Clean. I loved how gentle and effective the products I reviewed were and considering the fact that Nature Clean has been providing Canadians with safe and effective cleaning solutions since 1963, it’s no wonder the company is so very good at what …
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Having a baby is always an exciting event, and one of the best things about the experience is planning the nursery. Choosing a fun theme and finding the perfect pieces to fit the room are wonderful experiences, but the process can also be a challenging one. There are so many choices for baby bedding available …
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Last year, I reviewed a stunning Prada fragrance for women and I just adored it. Prada Infusion d’Iris Eau de Toilette is now my official signature scent and I love it just as much today as I did when I first spritzed it on my wrists. So when I heard that Prada was releasing a …
I love bags so when I found a laptop under the Christmas tree this past year, I immediately started hunting for a gorgeous and functional laptop bag for my new treasure. And I quickly learned that gorgeous and functional laptop bags aren’t very easy to find. There are plenty of choices when it comes to size, …
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Stuffed animals are wonderful toys in almost every way. They are soft and cuddly to hold, cute to look at and fun for so many pretend games. But if you’ve ever snuggled up with a favourite plush friend, you may have noticed that there is one thing that isn’t very appealing about stuffed animals. The …
After buying a very run-down hundred-year-old house, my husband and I are quickly learning that our plans for the future aren’t about what to renovate, but are about what to renovate first. Half of the house is an unfinished addition and the other half was last updated in the late seventies, so there are very …
I love the fact that so many great children’s shows are available in convenient DVD collections. My son, like most four-year-olds, will watch almost anything animated fairly contentedly, but he does have a few notable favourites. For the longest time, one of his treasured shows was Yo Gabba Gabba, so I was thrilled when I was …
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My husband loves working with his hands, and most of the gifts he has under the tree this year are new tools, kits and accessories that he has been lusting after. His Dremel 8200 rotary tool is unquestionably one of his go-to tools when he’s doing work around the house, but there are times when …
Holiday Gift for the Busy Woman After having my second baby, my body definitely didn’t bounce back from the rigors of pregnancy and childbirth the way it had after my first child’s birth. My stomach suddenly had extra fat where no extra fat had been, and I found myself stuck with ten bonus pounds that …
Holiday Gift for Young Cooks I love spending time in the kitchen with my sons. It’s so much fun for me to see my oldest boy stirring a bowl of cake batter, and even the baby often tries to stick a wooden spoon into whatever I happen to be making. But when children work in …
Holiday Gift for Children and Families Pajamas are a Christmas tradition in our household. Pretty much every single member of our family gets a new pair of pajamas either on or slightly before Christmas, and they are a gift that we all enjoy. There’s just nothing better than sitting down to open up gifts in …
Holiday Gift for Boys It seems like boys all have an inherent love of remote controlled toys. The magic of being able to press a button on a controller and see a reaction from a toy is something that delights every child. I am always happy to discover new remote controlled toys, and when I …
