20+ Things to do in Toronto with Kids in the Summer. Great destinations for family travel whether you live in the 6 or visiting as a tourist. Toronto is filled with fun things to do with the family. You simply need to know where to look. Fortunately, we have come up with a list …
20+ Things to do in Hamilton with Kids in the Summer whether you are just visiting Hamilton, Ontario or you are a local! Lana K | shutterstock.com Are you looking for fun things to do in Hamilton with the kids this summer? Look no further than this! We have compiled a list of things your …
One-bowl cakes are the forgotten gems in the world of home baking. Many home bakers believe there are only two options for making cakes at home: 1) commercial cake mixes, or 2) complicated, multi-step recipes developed by professional chefs. But there’s another way: one-bowl cakes are all-natural, quick and easy to prepare. …
Tiana from Princess and the Frog is the Dream Big Princess of the month for June. Ambitious, intelligent, and resourceful Tiana dreams of one day opening her very own New Orleans restaurant. Inspired by her late father, she knows everything about cooking and running a business, but still faces enormous obstacles. She works …
Why Disney World’s Value Resorts are their Best Kept Secret. Plan your family vacation to Disney World on a budget with this great tip! When you think of staying on Disney property during your vacation, their many luxurious hotels probably come to mind, but did you know you can get the full Disney experience for …
Everyone knows that babies are expensive. I can’t even tell you how many times I was told the same thing during my first pregnancy. It was something I took as an unavoidable fact of life. I discovered after becoming a mom for the first time though, that it only has to be expensive if …
The internet has significantly impacted our lives and has changed many different facets of the everyday. When was the last time you called a friend just to talk on the phone? More likely you simply sent them a quick text or a Facebook message. The internet has changed a lot and for the most part, …
These Caramel Stuffed German Chocolate Brownies are a decadent dessert inspired by German Chocolate Cake with a surprise twist that sets them apart from any other brownie you have ever baked before! German Chocolate Cake actually did not originate in the country of Germany. The original recipe called for a specific brand of baking …
This Finding Dory Inspired Sensory Bin is the perfect kids activity for engaging little Finding Nemo fans this summer. Let your kids explore the ocean habitat with a little imaginative play. I’ve been meaning to put together a sensory bin for my girls for awhile. When I was recently in The Dollar Tree I …
I recently spent the weekend in Thunder Bay, Ontario. It’s a city I have driven through before but have never spent time exploring, or even considered as a place to go adventuring. Boy was I wrong! The weekend was part of Ford’s #EscapeandDiscover event that brought 12 Toronto area influencers together on …
How to Budget and Spend Wisely with an Envelope System with free printable monthly budget sheets and money envelopes in cute prints! If you have not done so already, following a budget is a great way to secure your finances. By using a budgeting system, you will be able to calculate your expenses, …
Are you excited for the arrival of your newest family member? Expecting a child is an exciting time, but it can also be stressful as you work to get your home ready. Often, the nursery is the first place parents start. However, after painting the room and buying the appropriate decorations, how do you …
These super delicious and juicy Pineapple Strawberry Ice Pops are made with fresh summer ingredients! Your entire family will love these delicious tropical treats all summer long! Keira and Ava have gone a little popsicle crazy. Everyday when my husband gets home from work they beg him to take them out to …
Kids will love this super easy to make, no churn Strawberry Jell-O Swirl Ice Cream recipe. It’s super fun and bright, plus full of fruity swirls of flavour! You can even switch up the flavours, like I did in the original recipe for Jell-O Swirl Ice Cream found on my food blog, Life Love …
8 Savvy Tips to Help you Budget for a New Baby. Having a newborn does not need to be financially crippling. Here are some easy ways to save money without cutting corners! First time parents tend to want to grab everything on the shelves for their newborns. The cost of being a new …
Free Printable Handwriting Worksheets including Pre-Writing Practice on each sheet. These free printable handwriting worksheets are great for helping your child to learn and practice writing skills at home. Help your child learn to write the letters of the alphabet with sequenced numbered arrows and dotted guidelines. Each sheet includes both upper and lower case, …
We love making and eating homemade ice pops in my house. My kids can’t get enough of this classic summer treat which is why I love making my own ice pops with fresh fruit and juice. Check out these 30+ ice pop recipes for inspiration! Watermelon and Mint Ice Pops | Frugal Mom …
This little girl has been watching her grandpa for a very long time, and she is almost absolutely certain that he is a dinosaur. So why is it that nobody believes her? Why can’t anyone else see what she sees? He roars! (And no, it’s not just a snore.) He has green skin! (And …
Red Velvet cupcakes may seem like an obvious choice for your Canada Day celebration, but why not kick it up a notch with these fun Canada Day Red Velvet Surprise-Inside Cupcakes! I keep seeing the internet flooded with 4th of July recipes and thought I’d spread some Canadian patriotism around too. …
Father’s Day is around the corner and I have a selection of fabulous titles from Raincoast books perfect for celebrating with dad! Commando Dad New Recruits: A Guide to Pregnancy and Birth for Dads-to-Be by Neil Sinclair This essential guide to pregnancy offers everything the expecting father needs to know in the run-up …
The Director’s Edition has been remastered in high definition with brilliant picture quality and presented on Blu-ray for the first time with two hours of special features, plus a brand new 29-minute documentary. Captain Kirk’s Starfleet career enters a new chapter as a result of his most vengeful nemesis: Khan Noonien Singh, the genetically …