Category Archives: Toddlers & Preschoolers

How puppy classes prepared me for parenting

I always joke (tongue-in-cheek) that “everything I needed to know about parenting I learned at puppy class”.  That might sound a bit funny to you.  And I in no way want to imply that the complexity of caring for and … Continue reading

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Countdown to calm: How to ease transitions for toddlers

As a parent, you’ve likely received a lot of child-rearing advice – most of it unsolicited. While I usually take tips from strangers with a grain of salt, there’s one nugget I think of as the best piece of parenting advice I have … Continue reading

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Why you can’t miss Canada Day here in Halton region

For me, there’s nothing quite like kicking off the summer with family and friends on Canada Day.  Across Halton, Canada Day celebrations are in full swing from morning till night.  There is something for everyone, from parades to duck races, bouncy … Continue reading

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Why I hire a teen to babysit my kids

Have you ever hired a babysitter to watch your kids? I have a few times and it’s been great. I am lucky to have family nearby who babysit my kids, but we find ourselves saving these asks for when we’ve … Continue reading

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Are you tired of nagging? This simple strategy can help!

No parent wants to nag their children.  As a Type A personality mom running a busy household, I must confess to sometimes wearing the Queen of Nagging crown.  It was really no surprise that I frequently got sighs and eye … Continue reading

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