Author Archives: Amanda

Foodie Friday: Saving Money on Groceries

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Last week, I read a post about cutting down on grocery spending each month on My Little Review Corner. Grocery bills are something that I struggle with. Groceries are a necessity, but not everything that I come with is. I can’t help but wondering what percentage of our food goes to waste?Now that my son is potty trained during the day, at least I am not buying box after box of diapers each month, because that can certainly add up. But, where else can I cut my spending? I’ve tried my best to only buy things that we will use. … Continue reading →

Looking for #EqualCanada at Walmart via #CBias

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My son and I embarked on an adventure this morning after dropping my daughter off at the bus. We went to look for Equal at Walmart. In particular, we were searching for a canister of Equal that was on Rollback for $7.97!Since the beginning of January, I have been on a Getting Healthy Challenge. This has been difficult for me especially because I have been trying REALLY hard to stay away from baked goods. I have a huge sweet tooth and I have broken down a few times. Because of this, I was thinking that I should try out baking … Continue reading →

Oatmeal Pancakes {RECIPE}

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Yesterday was Shrove Tuesday (Pancake Tuesday)! Did you have pancakes for dinner? We did and I’d like to share the recipe with you. I’d also like to share an incredible book about Pancakes! Oatmeal Pancakes Ingredients: 2 cups oats (large flake) 2 cups buttermilk (you can use regular milk with 2 Tbsp vinegar) 1/2 cup flour 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp soda 2 eggs slightly beaten 1 tsp vanilla Directions: Mix together oats and buttermilk. Let soak for 10 minutes up to overnight (in the fridge). Mix together dry ingredients in a separate bowl. Whisk together eggs and add … Continue reading →

Craft Caravan Kids Craft Club {REVIEW}

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Craft Caravan is a fun and creative subscription service for young children. It would make an excellent birthday gift for that child that has every toy they could ever want! What child doesn’t LOVE to receive mail that is addressed to them?! And, when the mail has fun crafts to make inside, it doesn’t get much better than that! We reviewed the January Kids Craft Club and boy was it ever fun! It all started off with opening up the mail box to see a huge bright envelope!Inside the envelope was a paper with a supply list, ideas for what … Continue reading →

Two Little Girls and Their Very Big Gift

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This Guest Post has been written and submitted by Wendy (also known as @mapsgirl). I can’t thank MTM enough for wanting me to share my girls’ story with you! For the last 9 months, my daughter, Rachel, has been growing her hair so that it will be long enough to donate.In May 2011, I suggested to Rachel that we cut her hair. She wanted to be more independent and shorter hair is easier to take care of. Rachel’s reply was — “I want to cut if for cancer.” I stopped in my tracks. Paused. And the only thing I could … Continue reading →

Canada Tax Season Q&A

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This article was provided by the Tax Professionals at H&R Block Read more for some Tax Tips in Canada! There are lots of questions when it comes to taxes, especially for families and first time parents. Every year, H&R Block tax pros answer thousands of questions online. Here are some frequently asked questions from parents and how they can make sure they do not miss a thing on their tax returns: Q: I am on maternity leave with my third child. I have kept my three-year-old in daycare because if I took her out I would never get her back … Continue reading →

H&R Block Online Tax Tips and Giveaway

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Over the next month, we will be featuring some articles from H&R Block that will provide you with relevant tips and information in order to complete your taxes this year.Tax Tips Every Parent Should KnowCanada Tax Season Q&A Taxes can be very stressful and time consuming. Would you like to enter to win a code that will allow you to complete your taxes in less time online through H&R Block? Enter below. a Rafflecopter giveawayYou need javascript enabled to see this giveaway. Pin It Check out Multi-Testing Mommy’s Giveaways Toy Clearance Sale at chapters.indigo.ca! Opinions expressed belong to Multi-Testing Mommy … Continue reading →

Giving Gifts SALE up to 40% off (Canadian Shopping)

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One of my favourite Canadian Online Stores is having an amazing SALE from now until February 29th. Everything is up to 40% off! Giving Gifts has some great finds and they are all fair trade and eco-friendly. You will find items in a variety of categories including Playing and Crafting, Reading and Writing, Eating and Drinking and more! Pin It Check out Multi-Testing Mommy’s Giveaways Toy Clearance Sale at chapters.indigo.ca! Opinions expressed belong to Multi-Testing Mommy and are NOT influenced in any way. See MTM’s Disclosure for more details.

Help Your Daughter Build a Healthy Self-image by Re-shaping Yours

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This guest post has been written and submitted by Ivana Pejakovic, Life Coach in Toronto. Your self-image is your perspective of yourself. It’s how you see yourself, it’s your attitude towards yourself and it’s how you think about and evaluate yourself.Much of your self-image was shaped by how your mom saw herself. This is a natural process many girls follow. As a little girl, all you wanted is to be like your mom (with a few individual exceptions). You wanted to wear her clothes, put on her make-up, use the same gestures, be a part of the things she was … Continue reading →

Let’s Get Healthy Together Week 7 (with help from the Heart and Stroke Foundation)

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This post is written as part of a journey inspired by the Heart and Stroke Foundation’s My Healthy Weight Action Plan, an online tool geared towards helping you live a healthier life. Feel free to get caught up on previous posts: Week 1, Week 2, Week 3, Week 4, Week 5, Week 6 Here are the stats to show my progress in my “Get Healthy Challenge”:Start Weight: 190 poundsEnd of Week 1: 185 poundsEnd of Week 2: 183 poundsEnd of Week 3: 182 poundsEnd of Week 4: 179 poundsEnd of Week 5: 179 poundsEnd of Week 6: 176 pounds Starting … Continue reading →