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Have Fun With Picky Eaters {Giveaway}

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Picky Eaters

DISCLAIMER ~ This post is sponsored Constructive Eating. All opinions are my own. I only share content that excites me and I feel would be beneficial to Canadian Moms. Let’s dive into talking about picky eaters, shall we? Have you experienced the frustration of preparing a delicious, healthy meal for your family, only to learn that someone (or worst case scenario, EVERYONE) won’t eat? I have been in this position MANY times over the past 13 years of being a Mom. Picky eaters are a REAL problem that many families experience on a daily basis. When you have picky eaters … Continue reading →

Concussions are SERIOUS!

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Concussions are Serious

Concussions are REAL and if left undiagnosed and untreated, can cause serious long term effects. Children often are involved in play and sports that increase their risks for a head injury and possibly a concussion. Since becoming a parent, I have heard of conflicting information with regards to diagnosing and managing concussions, which is a cause for concern. I am grateful to have learned of a new service that is FREE to Canadians to provide extra assistance when a child has a suspected concussion. An estimated 225,000 Canadians suffer from concussions each year. Thirty per cent of all traumatic brain … Continue reading →

Kids Can Stay Connected to Loved Ones Through Reading

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SparkUp Reader

I will never forget when my husband went on his first business trip since having kids. My daughter was about 10 months old and she was well aware of her Dad’s typical daily routine. After nap and towards dinner time, she would start to walk up to our front doors in anticipation of his arrival. Their typical routine would be that she would get Daddy cuddles as soon as he arrived home. At that young age, we couldn’t properly explain why Daddy wasn’t home and the Daddy guilt that my husband was experiencing while he was away was painful to … Continue reading →

5 Tips for Baking with Kids During the Holidays #HallmarkPressPause {Giveaway}

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Baking with Kids Giveaway

Many people enjoy baking during the holidays. In fact, holiday baking is often party of a family’s tradition. It is NO secret that children love to bake! However, many parents are often overwhelmed with the extra amount of work that comes along with baking with children. Here are some helpful tips when baking with kids: Get ingredients out and organized ahead of time. – It is amazing what kind of “trouble” children can get into when you are busy trying to locate ingredients and tools. Measure out the trickier ingredients. – Depending on the age of the children, you may … Continue reading →

Sharing is Love {Book Giveaway}

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Book about sharing

Sharing is something that many young children find challenging! Often, as a parent, saying “Please share your toys” goes in one ear and out the other, at least that is how I often felt. I am a big believer that books can teach children so many different concepts, sharing included. Children listen to books. Books are captivating. Books also help provide context for children and it is a way to teach them about sharing without coming across as a lecture. Anita from Babic Books has written two stories about how sharing is love. You can purchase Anita’s book on Amazon … Continue reading →

Artsy Play Wednesday – Water Beads Giveaway {Linky}

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Calming Jars with Water Beads Canada

Earlier today, I shared a post on how to make a Calming Jar with your children using Water Beads. Each 10g pack of Water Beads makes approximate 4 cups (1-litre) once hydrated! I encourage you to head over to that Calming Jar post to learn more about our experience with Water Beads from the Dollar Store compared to ones from Water Beads Canada. It’s a Water Beads Giveaway! Prize: 11 Packs of Regular Water Beads (all different colours) 7 Packs of Pastel Water Beads (all different colours) 4 Packs of Large Water Beads (all different colours) $49.50 Value Open to: … Continue reading →

50 Amazing Ways to Steal One on One Time With Your Kids

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50 Amazing Ways to Steal Time with Your Kids

I have been focussing a lot lately about how important it is to plan specific one on one time with your children. Why? Those special moments show your child how important they are, it reinforces how much you care and it allows you an opportunity to deepen your connection and bond with your child. Sometimes, finding special moments to spend that one on one time with your child can be a challenge, but thankfully Karen from Simply Fun Families has made it SO easy for you! A few times a month, I try my best to ensure that both of … Continue reading →

8 AMAZING Ways to Steal Time with Your Kids FREE Ebook

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Stealing Time MINI Book

In the past week, I have been sharing some ideas about the importance of quality time with your children including a Happy Child Challenge. Some of you have shared what your plans are for the Happy Child Challenge and others are still planning. I cannot wait to hear what you have planned AND how successful your special outing was for you and your child. When you create family memories in a happy and mindful home, your child will grow up looking back on a happy and memorable childhood. The more opportunities that you take to spend quality time with your … Continue reading →

Quality Time 30 Day Happy Child Challenge

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Quality Time

Are you a busy parent who only wants the best for your children? Do you struggle to find enough time in the day to get what NEEDS to get done, let alone spending quality time with your children? If you answered YES to either or both of these questions, this challenge is for you! Sometimes, making goals, specific reachable goals, and making a plan to achieve those goals makes it much easier to succeed. Sometimes, instead of making what I call a “blanket goal” (e.g. from now on, I will spend more quality time with my children), you might be … Continue reading →

Emergency Alert Me Bands from @CanadaSpd {Giveaway}

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Alert Me Band Giveaway

Do you answer YES to any of the following questions: Does your child worry? Does your child have any form of anxiety? Do you have a child under that age of 6? Does your child panic easily? Is your child prone to wandering from a group or caregivers? Does your child have difficult communicating? If you did answer YES to any of the questions above, then I highly recommend that you purchase one of these Emergency Alert Me Bands for them! Each band has a place for the following information: Medical Information or “Alert Me In case of EMERGENCY” (e.g. … Continue reading →