Every time the Olympic Games roll around, P&G honours both the athletes competing in the events and the moms that sacrificed so much to make their children’s dreams come true, both with amazing sponsorships and a moving commercial in honour of mothers everywhere. Watching the inspirational videos dedicated to the hard work of the moms …
During the Rio 2016 Olympic Games, P&G is Saying Thank You, Mom Read More »
Spring cleaning is definitely not my favourite yearly event, but I must admit that I love the feeling of sitting down in a fresh, sweet-smelling house once the cleaning is done. And even the whole spring cleaning process isn’t as arduous as it once was, since I created an arsenal of P&G cleaning products! Everything …
Breeze Though Spring Cleaning with Swiffer and Febreze #PGMom Read More »
If there’s one universal truth I’ve discovered as a mother of boys, it’s that life with boys is messy! From dirt on the floor to pee on the toilet seat, I’ve pretty much resigned myself to dealing with random messes for the rest of my life. But while some messes are just flat-out gross, others …
Let Kids Get Creative When You Say #YesToTheMess with Help From Swiffer #PGMom Read More »
As a P&G Mom, I’ve had the chance to test a lot of products over the years and then share reviews on my website. Some were ones I’ve loved for years. Others were new to me and have become must-haves in my house. And still others were okay, but just didn’t impress me quite as …
Share Your Thoughts on P&G Products with the Rate and Review Program #PGMom Read More »
If you’re looking for the perfect gift for somebody special this year, Walmart Canada and P&G have teamed up to make your holiday shopping as easy as can be. Just choose from one of three stylish gift sets packed with favourite products and watch the smiles on Christmas morning! For the Star Wars fan, the …
When I was a teenager, one of the things that I loved most about going back to school was getting to show off a fun, new look. I was pretty clumsy with makeup in my teen years, but I still had a few must-have products! My favourite was COVERGIRL Pressed Powder in Classic Ivory and …
Summer is a time to show off your brightest look and while I love doing that by adding fun punches of colour to my wardrobe, I also like having a bright, beaming smile and healthy skin to compliment my colourful wardrobe! This year, P&G has revamped two of its most popular products to help add …
Brighten Your Face and Smile for Summer with Olay and Crest-Giveaway #PGMom Read More »
When I visited the P&G factory in Cincinnati, one of the highlights of my trip was visiting the P&G Heritage Centre and learning more about the history of the company. When the husbands of two sisters decided to join forces and create Proctor and Gamble, nobody could have predicted the empire that would result. But …
About a year ago, I received my very first high efficiency washing machine and dryer. And as soon as I washed that first load of clothes, I was a convert. The machine gave my clothes such a thorough clean and when my heat and water bills arrived at the end of the month, I saw …
Spring cleaning is not something that I normally enjoy very much, but this year is definitely an exception to that! I’m preparing for a move to Ontario sometime after the summer and that means that not only do I need to do a lot of purging and packing, I also have to ensure that my …
Breeze Through Spring Cleaning with these 10 Easy Cleaning Hacks Read More »
For over a year I’ve shared information about some of my very favourite P&G products and why those products are a must in my household. And thanks to my relationship with P&G Canada, I’ve learned so much about the work that goes into making the best and most effective products possible. Innovation has been a …
Try the P&G Best New Product Award Winners and Put the Best to the Test-Giveaway #PGMom Read More »
If there’s one life lesson that I want to be sure to teach my boys, it’s that little actions can end up having a big impact on our communities and on the world. Last year, P&G and Walmart partnered to demonstrate that fact with the Clean Water campaign. For each participating P&G product purchased at …
Teach Kids to Give Back with These 3 Easy Tips-Giveaway #CleanWater #PGMom Read More »
As a work-from-home mom, dressing up is not really a part of my daily routine. In fact, I fully admit that I am one of those parents that sometimes walks my boys to school wearing pyjama pants. (Okay, okay, I sometimes pick them up after school in pyjama pants too!) Getting dressed just to sit …
Let Pantene, COVERGIRL and Crest Glam Your Look for Valentine’s Day Date Night Read More »
It’s almost time for holiday celebrations and that means for many families, holiday visiting! I love having my family come to visit but it does mean that the house needs some extra preparation. But this year, P&G Canada is here to help with some helpful tips and ideas for making any home feel hotel-luxurious for …
Get Your Home Ready for Holiday Guests with Tips from P&G-Giveaway Read More »
November is Financial Literacy Month and on November 4, 2014, Gail Vaz-Oxlade, a woman that has made it her mission to educate Canadians on Financial Literacy, hosted the first ever Use Your Common Cents Day. The event was designed to empower Canadians to use their common sense when it comes to everyday spending and save …
Get Ready to Save More with Tips from Gail Vaz-Oxlade and P&G Read More »
Skin sensitivity is something that I’ve known quite a bit about ever since I was a child. My younger sister suffered from severe eczema when she was little and used to wake up screaming in the night because she was itching so badly. When we grew up and had our own children, my boys dealt …
Help Care for Your Family’s Sensitive Skin with New Tide Pods Free & Gentle Read More »
Pantene has always been a company that believes in women and recently Pantene has been on a mission to inspire women everywhere to embrace their inner strength with the #ShineStrong movement. The movement and the message are summed up in the new Pantene commercial! As part of the campaign, I took part in the fun …
Stand Up and #ShineStrong with Pantene-Giveaway #PGMom Read More »
For some reason even though many women put a lot of effort into ensuring that they take care of their aging skin, aging hair rarely gets the same attention. Yet as we get older, hair often gets finer, thinner and more brittle, especially after pregnancy. Personally, while I have lots of hair, it’s very fine …
Get Guaranteed Thicker, Denser-Looking Hair with NIOXIN Haircare-Giveaway #PGMom Read More »
It’s amazing how easy it is to take clean water for granted when it’s something that has always been a part of our lives. Growing up in North America has given me the understanding that when I turn on a tap, I can drink the water that comes out without any concern. But I did …
Give Back in April with the P&G #CleanWater Challenge-Giveaway #PGMom Read More »
Being a hockey mom is not for the faint of heart. It takes a lot of dedication, sacrifice and time to have a child in minor hockey and P&G knows that. A hockey mom is carpool queen, tournament manager, official cheerleader and after-game snack maker all rolled into one. A few of my favourite women …
Show Hockey Moms They Matter with The House That Mom Build Website-Giveaway Read More »
Almost everyone loves the fresh scent of Gain, and soon it will be available in a completely new way! The best-smelling new single of 2014, Gain flings, will be debuted at the 56th Grammy Awards and you could be there to witness it for yourself! New Gain flings are the easier way to do laundry. …
Get Ready for the Grammys with Gain flings-Giveaway #PGMoms #MusicToYourNose Read More »
It’s time to trade that everyday look for one with a little extra flair for the holidays, and COVERGIRL and Pantene are here to help! With a new COVERGIRL Flamed Out collection inspired by The Hunger Games: Catching Fire movie and a line of heat-protection haircare to keep your hair healthy through even the hottest …
I love keeping my style fresh and fashion-forward, but spending my day taking care of two active boys doesn’t always make that easy. I start the day looking and feeling great, but chances are before the day is over I’ve had to clean up multiple messes and quite possibly had something spilled on me. So …
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 …
The New Swiffer Bissell SteamBoost Lets You Clean with the Power of Steam-Giveaway Read More »
In my opinion, one of the best gifts a mom can get is the chance to recharge and spoil herself with a little beautifying. P&G has so many great products for treating Mom to a little at-home pampering and this month the company is sharing a few tips for any mom that wants to relax …
Treat Yourself to Extra Pampering this Mother’s Day with P&G-Giveaway #PGMom Read More »
It may still be chilly here in Saskatchewan, but there’s one spring activity that doesn’t need to be put off because of the weather: spring cleaning! With a lot of travelling planned in May, I have been taking spring cleaning seriously this year. I want to come home to a clean and organized house after …
Add the Fresh Scent of Gain to Your Spring Cleaning-Giveaway #PGMom Read More »
Dental care has been a bit of a struggle for our family. My oldest son developed childhood caries when he was about three and as we waited months for him to get in to see the children’s dentist, the condition passed to his baby brother as well. After we saw the dentist some time later, …
Help Kids Develop Healthy Brushing Habits with Tips from Oral-B Read More »
When it comes to beauty, I am pretty darn good at creating great makeup looks, but I’m utterly hopeless with my hair. It’s straight and thick so I have trouble finding styles that last and since I’m usually rushing around with my boys anyways, my hair spends a lot of time in a ponytail. But …
Get a Salon Quality Look at Home with Vidal Sassoon Pro Series-Giveaway Read More »
One of my most frustrating experiences with my skin was in my early twenties when I started to notice some wrinkles around my eyes and mouth. I have a rather expressive face and it crinkles up a lot when I smile and laugh (something I do a lot), so I knew even as a teen …
Fight the Signs of Aging with Olay Total Effects-Giveaway Read More »
When my first child was born, I was surprised by just how quickly the expenses started adding up after the first few months. The larger purchases including the crib and the car seat were expected but the smaller items ended up costing more than I had thought. From baby food to quickly outgrown clothes, there …
A Chance at Free Diapers for the Year with Shoppers Drug Mart and Pampers-Giveaway Read More »
With the New Year officially underway, it’s time for me to get organized and make sure that my house is welcoming for visitors at any moment. Of course, a big part of an inviting house is an inviting washroom so recently Charmin sent me a fun review package so that I could Charminize my washroom …
Charminize Your Washroom for the New Year-Giveaway Read More »
While there is a lot that I love about the holidays, there are some parts of the Christmas season that I’m not as crazy about and one of those has to be holiday entertaining. I love the actual entertaining event, but since I don’t enjoy cleaning at all, preparing my house for a crowd is …
Get Your Home Holiday Ready with Tips from Proctor and Gamble-Giveaway Read More »
We’ve all been there. Our children say, “Mom, can we _____?” Play a game, paint a picture, bake cookies, go to the park…you can fill in the blank however you like. And we turn to our little bundles of energy and say, “Maybe tomorrow, not right now, I’m afraid I’m busy…or any one of a …
