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See Monique’s Twistos #MomCave Makeover and Enter to Win Your Own-Giveaway

May 2, 2016 by Kathryn 170 Comments

If there’s one thing that almost every mom has in common, it’s being busy! From cooking and cleaning to getting kids to extra-curricular activities to helping out at school or in the community, there’s always something to fill a mom’s plate! In our home, I’m out of bed at six in the morning to pack school lunches and make breakfast for my boys. We leave the house at seven to drive to the school bus stop and when I get home at eight, I start work.

Evenings include coaching my youngest son’s soccer team two nights every week, taking my oldest son to baseball three nights a week and still fitting in time to help both boys with homework and cook supper for the family. Needless to say, I’m ready for some relaxation when the boys are finally tucked into bed! And in my opinion, there’s no better evening indulgence than a few Twistos Baked Snack Crackers. With two new light and crunchy flavours now available, Garden Dill & Cream Cheese and Toasted Garlic & Rosemary, they’re the perfect treat for busy moms. Asiago has always been my favourite flavour, but the new dill variety changed that in one bite!

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Surprise a Woman That’s #OneToughMother with Mother’s Day Bouquets from Teleflora

April 26, 2016 by Kathryn 16 Comments

Being a mother isn’t always easy. In fact, it can often be a dirty, thankless, exhausting job. From dealing with the attitude of the terrible twos to navigating the high emotions of puberty, moms really are there for their kids through thick and thin. And on Mother’s Day, it’s time to show that special woman in your life just how much you appreciate her being one tough mother!

Teleflora knows that even though motherhood isn’t always butterflies and flowers, Mother’s Day can be! And with a collection of exclusive Mother’s Day bouquets that you can ship right to the front door, showing your appreciation for your mom’s support and sacrifices has never been easier. From gorgeous lavender and rainbow arrangements to bouquets that include keepsake water pitchers and cube vases, you’re sure to find the perfect gift! [Read more…]

Three Ways You Should Make Time for Yourself on Mother’s Day and All Year Long-Giveaway #ONatural

May 12, 2015 by Kathryn 95 Comments

With Mother’s Day just having passed, moms around Canada finally had the chance to kick back and enjoy some much-needed rest and relaxation. And having recharged a bit myself, I’ve realized that moms have a very common tendency of putting themselves last. But when it comes to being a parent, taking care of ourselves means more time, energy and patience to deal with our kids. A happy, healthy mom makes the entire family stronger!

I’ve always been bad for neglecting my own needs in favour of my boys, but over the last year or so, I’ve really made a conscious effort to change that and the difference in my energy and patience levels have been amazing! In my opinion, these are three things that every mom should be making time for:

Make Time for Breakfast

The importance of breakfast has been proven time and time again, yet still so many women wake up, pour a cup of coffee, make a meal for their children and never take a bite themselves. I was one of the absolute worst culprits for this, even months after making regular breakfast one of my goals. I’ve finally managed to get into the routine thanks to two things: Orange Naturals ND Shake for Women and the MyFitnessPal app. Whipping up a quick shake in the morning is so easy with the help of my immersion blender, a little fruit, some yogurt, milk or even just water. My personal favourite combination is a Chocolate Strawberry Shake made with ½ cup of frozen strawberries, ½ cup of plain yogurt, ½ cup of milk and two scoops of ND Shake for Women Chocolate. Yet even with such a tasty breakfast to anticipate, I’d sometimes get rushed and skip breakfast anyways. The MyFitnessPal app made all the difference. A morning notification to provide me with motivation to record my breakfast on the app has helped me keep the habit once and for all, while the shakes give me energy that lasts all day! [Read more…]

Treat Yourself to Luxury with Items from the Distinctive Assets Mother’s Day in Hollywood Gift Basket-Giveaway

May 7, 2015 by Kathryn 397 Comments

Every Mother’s Day, a select group of Hollywood’s most popular moms gets a fabulous gift basket created by the L.A. based marketing firm Distinctive Assets. Packed with the hottest designer items for both mom and baby, it’s always exciting seeing which brands make their way into the gift basket each year!

This year celebrity moms including Jessica Biel, Christina Ricci, Zooey Deschanel and Kate Hudson will be treated to some of the newest and most sought-after products from Ruma Organics, TAGS Boutique, Earth’s Best, Logitech, Haze and many more! But the best part is that each year, I also get the chance to treat one of my readers to a little taste of celebrity with a very special Mother’s Day in Hollywood giveaway!

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Best Ever Classic Waffles Made with the Breville the No-Mess Waffle Maker

May 7, 2015 by Kathryn 275 Comments

Years ago I had a waffle iron that I used every few months, and to be honest, I pretty much hated it. It was awkward to store, hard to clean and invariably made a mess every time I used it.

I would either put in too much batter and end up with spills all over the counter or put in too little and get waffles that were misshapen and unattractive. When the waffle iron eventually broke, I certainly wasn’t heartbroken.

So when Breville came out with a revolutionary mess-free waffle iron, I was hesitant, but intrigued. Could it really be possible to enjoy delicious, crispy waffles without a big hassle and a mess to clean up?

When Breville gave me the chance to see for myself how well its new the No-Mess Waffle worked, I couldn’t wait to put it to the test.

Because the Breville the No-Mess Waffle is designed to be quick and easy to use, I wanted to make a Breville waffle recipe that was equally quick and easy.

And this recipe for the best ever Classic Waffles is exactly that. The batter can be whipped up in a blender or food processor in just minutes and keeps in the fridge for up to a week! Just whisk it up before use and you can have fresh waffles any time!

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