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the babytime show April 27 – 29, 2012 International Centre, #Mississauga @BabyTimeShows

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Are you expecting a baby? Do you have a baby? Do you have a toddler or even a preschooler? If you answered yes to any of the above questions, do we ever have the show for you!This weekend, April 27 to 29th, thebabytime show is in Mississauage at the International Centre, Hall 5. Admission Rates:Adults: $16.00Grandparents: $10.00Children 12 and under are FREE There is an impressive list of Exibitors at the show this year! If you are looking for something to do or if you are in need of baby/toddler/preschooler items, this would be an excellent place to find all … Continue reading →

CityGrips Stroller Handlebar Covers {REVIEW}

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Boy do I ever wish that CityGrips were around when my kids were babies. You spend SO much time pushing a stroller around and let’s face it, those handle bars are not the most comfortable, at least mine weren’t. CityGrips are funky stroller bar handle covers. They can be easily removed from your handlebars to be washed which is so great because we all know that strollers get very dirty – even from the parents! If you are a germ-o-phobe like me, this is a such a blessing because all you have to do is take off the covers and … Continue reading →

The Mommy Hook {REVIEW}

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The Mommy Hook has been a saving grace around our house. I have been known to carry everything around with me but the kitchen sink and the Mommy Hook helped me accomplish this. The Mommy Hook is a super large caribener that is padded to help parents hang items from their stroller. The carabiner is made of metal so unlike my other stroller hooks, it won’t break and it is so large that your stroller will fall over before you fill it up. I love to use The Mommy hook when shopping in the mall, but it is also helpful … Continue reading →

The H&R Block Tax Season Checklist

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This article was provided by the Tax Professionals at H&R Block Make sure you’re prepared for the 2011 tax season and you have all of your ducks in a row in advance of preparing your tax return. Below is a handy checklist of what you’ll need to get the best return possible.Slips All T4 slips All other information slips (T3, T5, T4E, T4A, T4AP, T4RSP, T4RIF) Employment income (i.e. paycheque stubs) Old Age Security and CPP benefits Other pensions and annuities Employment Insurance benefits Social assistance payments Workers’ compensation benefits Receipts Interest and dividends Sale or deemed sale of stocks, … Continue reading →

Baseball Cards: Collecting With Your Kids

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This is a Guest Post written by A Busy Dad of Two. I’m a father of two school age children who enjoys music, movies & technology. Originally from New Jersey, I been searching for good New York Style pizza here in Ohio and sadly, I’m yet to find it. I love the kind of racing where horses make left turns but not the kind where cars do. I think Jim Henson was a genius. My favorite color is blue. I believe it’s important to laugh every day and that everything happens for a reason. Read my blog at www.abusydadottwo.com and … Continue reading →

Tax Tips: Understanding Childcare Expenses

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This article was provided by the Tax Professionals at H&R Block Do you pay for childcare? Read this article to understand more about childcare expenses taxes. Parents spend thousands of dollars a year in childcare expenses, so being able to claim them on your taxes can mean a sizeable deduction. But like any deduction, there are rules and guidelines for what you can and can’t claim. Here are some of the most common considerations: No receipt, no claim: Your childcare provider must give you a receipt for childcare expenses. Individuals who offer childcare must provide their Social Insurance Numbers (SINs) … Continue reading →

Lianne’s Quick Guide: Babies 0-6 months {REVIEW and GIVEAWAY}

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Lianne’s Quick Guide: Babies 0-6 months is a small book for “the busy woman” that is jam packed with information that a new Mom will want to know during the first six months of her baby’s life. Although it is called a guide for the busy woman, I also believe that men would be very interested in picking it up and giving it a quick read too!This small guide (literally small enough to pack in your diaper bag or purse) has 20 small chapters! It covers everything from the first few weeks with your baby to breastfeeding, bottle feeding, sleep, … 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 →

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 →

Tax Tips Every Parent Should Know

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This article was provided by the Tax Professionals at H&R Block There’s no doubt that raising a family is getting increasingly expensive, so Cleo Hamel, senior tax analyst at H&R Block Canada, offers the following tax tips for families who wish to reduce their 2011 tax bill. Kids are a credit: Parents can claim the $2,131 Child Tax Credit for each child under the age of 18. This will result in a federal tax saving of $319 per child. If one parent cannot use the entire amount to lower their tax payable, the unused amount can be transferred to a … Continue reading →