In April, my darling baby girl, Quinn, had her first birthday. After wishing the clock would just slow down a bit, I thought about all the important milestones she has reached over the past year. Each stage of her life has been wonderful to watch – from her first crawl (army style) to her first …
So, you are expecting a baby. Congratulations! You may be asking yourself “what do I really need for a newborn?” There are a lot of “must-have” baby products out there that you don’t actually need during the first 3 months of your baby’s life. I’ve created this checklist of newborn baby essentials on a budget… that you’ll …
Nothing compares to the magical joy of having a new baby. From the moment you read that positive pregnancy test, your mind begins making plans. Between scheduling doctors appointments, decorating the nursery, and picking out a name – there are lots of exciting decisions to make. However, there is one topic that needs your attention …
How To Prepare Your Finances For A New Baby In Canada Read More »
Can we afford to have a baby? I’ve asked myself this question four separate times in my life – I have four beautiful daughters. And now, you are asking yourself the same question. As a new parent, you’re probably wondering how to budget for a new baby? Preparing for your baby can be overwhelming, especially …
How To Budget For A New Baby: First Year Checklist Read More »
With the schools closed and families social distancing, there isn’t a whole lot for my kids and I to do these days. We love the outdoors, and with spring here, we often take walks and go “visit” the ducks. Feeding the ducks is a great outdoor activity for kids to learn about nature. Feeding the …
As the long days of summer come to a close, moms and dads start planning for their kids to return to school. Back-to-school costs can add up quickly. Your kids may need school supplies, indoor shoes, backpacks, lunch boxes, water bottles, and electronics for their first day back. Plus, all that hot summer sun seems …
Smart Ways To Save Money On Back To School Expenses Read More »
As I write this, the world is smack-dab in the middle of a global pandemic. We are all isolating ourselves from our friends, family, and our hobbies. As a mother of 4 daughters, I normally spend my precious free time at my local yoga studio. Free time is sparse these days, and without yoga my …
I want to start off by saying I’m a pretty darn good teacher and mom! At work, I make the time and effort to connect with my students. I teach them the concepts they need to learn and I try and shake-up my lessons to make the school-day fun. At home, between myself and my …
6 Ways Homeschooling During Coronavirus Is Kicking This Teacher’s Butt! Read More »
Oh Canada! What a wonderful country to be a new mother. As Canadians, we are fortunate to have a paid parental leave program. In 2017, our federal government introduced the option for parents to take an extended 18 month leave instead of the usual 12 months. This article will examine how to choose between the …
How To Choose Between The 12 and 18 Month Parental Leave Read More »
Children are natural explorers. Their inquisitive minds and unbounded interest in the world make them the perfect future scientists and mathematicians. As a parent, you want to encourage them, and this list of the best hands-on educational kits for kids is meant to do just that. In it, we review the best educational and learning …