Holiday Prep
November is the perfect time to start preparing for the holidays. To make the most of this festive season, here are some suggestions and ideas to get you started. First, consider decorating your home with traditional and modern elements. Incorporate classic
Summer Vacations
Have you ever considered taking your kids to Europe? Summer break is the most ideal time with more time to explore. Travelling to Europe with your kids can be a wonderful experience for the whole family. Not only does it provide
Spring is in the air, and the kids can’t wait to get outside!
The weather is warming up, which means that it’s time to ditch those indoor activities and get some fresh air. There are plenty of fun ways to pass the time as a family this spring, so I’ve rounded up some
Step into Spring
Signs of spring inspire thoughts of spring cleaning. It’s the time of year when most of us do our major cleaning; however, for me, it is the last thing I would like to do. Easter is the first official gathering of
Celebrate love – Valentine’s day ideas for kids
Valentine’s Day is the day we get to express our love. Even though we do it every day in one form or another for those we love, there’s something to be said when February 14th rolls around. When my kids were
Happy New Year!
The chapter of 2022 has now closed, and our family problems continue. If it’s not one thing it’s another. Almost every family faces problems. Each member is unique and different from the other. There is no such thing as a perfect
Happy Holidays!
It’s almost impossible to believe that another year has come and gone in the blink of an eye. The holidays are a meaningful time to express our gratitude and thank those around us while keeping in mind those who make
Planning for the holidays
Hello, November! As the beautiful fall colours slowly fade into the ground, out comes the busiest season. Planning, decorating, baking, and shopping. Who’s exhausted already? Just thinking about the holiday season can be overwhelming and stressful. Here are some helpful
Back to school
It’s September and that marks the back-to-school season. For some, it’s the first of the first and it can be overwhelming for both child and parent. New routines, new people, new friends, and possibly a new school. An adjustment period may
Allergy Safety
Having an anaphylactic child means a severe allergic reaction can be life-threatening. A reaction can happen within seconds or minutes of exposure to something they’re allergic to, such as nuts or bees. This was the case for me when I
A Summer of Fun
This summer, keep kids learning, even if it is just a few minutes or an hour a day. When I raised my kids, I made sure that part of their day or part of their summer break involved some learning
Summer Safety
Hurray! In the last stretch of the school year, we see ourselves getting excited and preparing for the summer break and the hot weather. It is vitally important to teach our kids to stay safe while having fun. Pool openings, camps,
April Showers Bring May Flowers
Now that spring is in full swing and we leave the nasty cold weather behind, nothing beats the great outdoors. With warmer weather, we look forward to outdoor patios, busy sidewalks and lighting up the BBQ. I’ve compiled some ideas
Benefits of camps
March Break camps can fill your child with endless fun, adventure, and learning possibilities. With March Break camps, young children never have to wonder what they’re going to do next or even learn! Here are three benefits of enroling your
January 26 is “Bell Let’s Talk” – Editor’s Note
Now more than ever, our communities are inundated with stigmas — the general lack of understanding of mental illness. Those who seek therapy most likely do so because of the impact caused by individuals who need therapy, too. Those who
Up Front – ‘Tis the season for subscription boxes
As the holiday season approaches and the lingering effects of COVID force us to maintain the safety of our homes, we face the difficult task of finding fun and yet productive ways for kids to spend the holidays besides playing
Hello Fall
Well, that’s a wrap as we say goodbye to summer and hello to fall. After months at home with the children, you may be feeling a little bit of anxiety. With them returning to school full time, you must have
Best Way to Help Your Kids? Don’t.
One of the secrets to raising your children to love, respect, and be confident in everything they do is—don’t help them! What? Yes, you heard me correctly. No, I am not suggesting letting them fly free and learn everything on their
Summer Time Fun
The school year is over, and I say let the summer fun begin! With restaurants, shops, and camps returning to operation, what plans are you looking forward to taking advantage of without putting yourself or a loved one at risk? You
Up front – Minimalist Moms
As children, we’re given dolls to play with, make believing we are moms, leading us to dream that one day this will come true – this is where our story begins. Who is with me and thinks that being a mom