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Keep These Tips In Mind When Choosing A Baby Bottle! | Philips Avent
With so many bottles in the market, it is no surprise that new moms or moms to be may feel overwhelmed about choosing the right bottle for their baby. When I became a mom the first time around, I was determined to breastfeed exclusively and didn’t do the research necessary for finding the right bottle…
Can Hosting An Airbnb Really Be A Breeze?
Can Hosting An Airbnb Really Be A Breeze? In case you hadn’t realized, Airbnb is THE new way to travel. Using accommodation listed by independent owners, travelers are saving a fortune. And, those homeowners, in turn, are pulling a pretty decent income. The typical Airbnb host in Canada now earns around $3,900 a year. That’s…
3 Tips On How To Reduce Food Waste
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Rubbermaid® for IZEA Worldwide. All opinions are 100% mine. Our food budget for a family of 4 is roughly $500 a month. However, I’ve been known to go over that budget a few times! One of the main reasons is that I sometimes buy…
3 Changes to Make to Your Bedroom for Better Sleep
3 Changes to Make to Your Bedroom for Better Sleep Many homeowners make simple changes to their houses to increase aesthetics. Something small like painting a wood fence every two or three years can make a big difference in the appearance of a home. But homeowners also need to think about comfort and how their…
Giving Pictures of Your Little Ones A Place
We love to take pictures of our little ones. We want to show them off to the world and to create collections of images that we can look back on nostalgically. The good news is that nowadays, we can have more pictures of our kids than ever before. With cameras on smartphones becoming better…
Is Moving The Right Choice For Your Family?
It’s incredibly common for a lot of people to find themselves in a position where they feel like they need to make a change in their lives. Whether that’s a change in career, a change of location or a combination of things, it’s something we all have to wrestle with at some point. That being…
Things To Keep In Mind When Choosing A Window Cleaner
Picture credit Things To Keep In Mind When Choosing A Window Cleaner Most people will require the services of a window cleaner at some points in their life. Whether it is required for the office or at home, it is a service which certainly comes in very handy. Nevertheless, whilst there may be tons of…
6 Most Dreaded Household Chores
One of the most tedious jobs for anyone is housework. Running a house isn’t just about paying bills or looking after the children; it’s the cleaning and cooking, too. It’s not really the most enjoyable task for most people, but it’s a job that needs to be done for the house to be comfortable and…
Camu Camu Banana Carrot Smoothie Bowl Recipe | iHerb Haul
This is a sponsored post written by me in collaboration with iHerb. All opinions are 100% mine. I absolutely LOVE smoothie bowls! They are quick, easy and so delicious! I’m always trying new and fun recipes by combining some of my favorite ingredients. Recently I tried a camu camu banana carrot smoothie bowl and just…
Simple Spring Lawn Care Tips
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of TruGreen Canada for IZEA Worldwide. All opinions are 100% mine. Simple Spring Lawn Care Tips During the colder seasons, it’s easy to let lawn care escape you, but with spring and summer around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about some simple spring…
3 Life Hacks to Help Busy Families Stay Organized
Getting through your daily life as a busy mom is no easy feat. Trust me, I know! Most of the time I’m functioning on autopilot. I’m a stay-at-home mom with a full-time job running a blog, creating content, and working as a freelance photographer. Trying to juggle work and our family’s busy schedule can feel…
Page By Page: Pro Tips To Declutter The Documents In Your Life
Pro Tips To Declutter The Documents In Your Life With the popularization of decluttering strategies like the KonMari method, this spring has seen people diving into their organizational endeavors like never before. While cleaning out your closet and contributing to the 2 million tons of used clothing Americans recycle every year may be a simple…
4 Hair Care Tips For Curly Hair
4 Hair Care Tips For Curly Hair If your hair is naturally curly, you might often get frustrated with how difficult it can sometimes be to maintain. Curly hair often seems to do whatever it wants, no matter how much you try to style it. However, you don’t have to be stuck with unmanageable hair;…
3 Great Travel Tips for Couples
3 Great Travel Tips for Couples Traveling together is something every couple should do at least once, if not regularly. Whether it’s to the 597 square miles of Oahu, a completely different country, or just an hour away, traveling as a couple is an excellent opportunity to spend time together and reconnect. So if you…
So How Do You Keep Your Finances Secure?
It’s a big question a lot of us are still asking, seeing as we’re all worried about where our finances could go whenever we bring our cards out at the store, down at our favorite local cafe, or when we input their details to pay for something online. Who knows who could be watching, who…
Inexpensive Ways To Make Your Home Look Beautiful
Making changes to our homes is something that we all think about. After all, isn’t it great to come back to a space that you’ve personalized, and a home that you’ve really put your all into? And we spend so much time there, either relaxing, or having get-togethers with the people that we know and…
Happy 11th Birthday! Fortnite + Slurp Juice Recipe
Happy 11th Birthday! Fortnite + Slurp Juice Recipe Early this month, my sweet boy turned 11! Just as I was getting used to him being 10, he turned 11! I spent an insane amount of time looking at old baby pictures of him and feeling sad, then happy, then sad again. I’m a happy mama…
Tex-Mex Tasty Turkey Meatloaf Recipe | Meal Makeover With Canadian Turkey
When I was growing up, we ate turkey every week. Not just on Christmas and special holidays. I always look forward to making turkey meals for my family because it reminds me so much of the time I would eat when I was a child. Turkey chili and turkey meatballs are huge favourites in our…
How to Get Kids to Eat More Fruits and Vegetables
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of GoGo SqueeZ Canada. All opinions are 100% mine. How to Get Kids to Eat More Fruits and Vegetables Whether you’re a kid or an adult, having a healthy diet is important. According to Health Canada, the majority of Canadians don’t eat enough vegetables, fruits,…
Have a Beautiful Smile, Always
Having a beautiful smile boosts your self-esteem, and stops you hiding behind someone else when it is time for photos. There are several things you can do to keep your smile looking good, and most of them should be part of your routine. Have a Beautiful Smile, Always Image source Have A Brushing and Flossing…
Lunch Ideas When You Don’t Have Time To Meal Prep
The other day I was watching Instagram stories and followed a friend’s meal prepping steps. She started by stopping at the farmer’s market and through a series of frames, showed her followers what she prepped for the day. At the end of her stories, over 4 hours had gone by, and she had meals for…
Tropical Smoothie Bowl Recipe | Clean Enough
I’ve never been good at following a strict diet. Especially where I have to limit myself from a specific food. Which is why I was thrilled to read and review Clean Enough by Katzie Guy-Hamilton. Today I’m sharing a super delicious and easy to make tropical smoothie bowl recipe along with my review on the…
Fun and Simple DIY Leprechaun Poop Soap Recipe
DIY Leprechaun Poop Soap Recipe Hi loves! Do you celebrate Saint- Patrick’s Day? Even if you don’t these adorable Leprechaun poop soap are so easy to make! Supplies: One 1/2-pounds melt and pour clear soap base (You can find it here on Amazon) 10-20 drops of chamomile essential oil (You can find it here on…
The Pros And Cons To Owning A Swimming Pool
When we’re growing up, a house with a swimming pool is like the ultimate goal. It’s something we dream of having in our own home. Being able to go out for a nice swim in the hot summer sun right in your backyard is a life goal. But, speak to some people who actually do…
Grateful Sunday: Grandma Turns 86!
Hello, my loves! Today we celebrated Grandma with the white hair’s 86th birthday! That’s pretty impressive if you ask me. We hadn’t seen her in a couple of months, so it was great being able to celebrate her birthday with her today. Grandma Turns 86! Let us never know what old age is. Let us…
Saving For Your Summer Holiday – 4 ways you Can Start Saving Right Now
Saving For Your Summer Holiday – 4 ways you Can Start Saving Right Now You probably have it all planned out in you mind. Where you want to go, how you’re going to get there, the activities the kids are going to do, what days you’ll be eating at restaurants and what days you’ll be…
Easy DIY Valentine’s Day gifts | Pia Barnes
Valentine’s Day is equally a big deal for children as it is for adults. Every year I look forward to making easy DIY Valentine’s Day gifts with my son for the children in his class. It’s a fun way to get crafty and creative while spending time with him. He looks forward to it too…
3 Tips On How To Save On Your Everyday Purchases | PC Insiders Members
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of the PC Insiders subscription service. All opinions are 100% mine. As a mom of two, I’m always spending money. Over the last 3-4 years, I’ve started to be more cautious about my spending. Not to say that I’m no longer shopping, I’m just more mindful and…
If You Have Kids, It’s About Time You Got Behind the Wheel
Photo Source If You Have Kids, It’s About Time You Got Behind the Wheel Family life can get pretty hectic. Your plate is almost always going to be full and chances are that you’ll find yourself spending most of your time rushing from one place to another for the sake of your kids. The good…
Meet The Author Of The Making of a Grandparent | Robyn Liechti
Hi loves! Happy Sunday! The weekends in our house means typically we get to spend some time with grandma with the white hair! However, her visits are less frequent due to the horrible winter weather we’ve been having. Today I’m sharing a piece that Robyn Liechti wrote for us. She’s the amazing author of “The Making…
KINDFIDENT: Raising Our Kids To Be Kind + Confident | A Book Review
Hi loves! Today I’m doing something a bit different. I’ve been in a bit of a funk and writing hasn’t been easy for me lately. Instead of wallowing, I decided to connect with a few bloggers/entrepreneurs and share their work here. This gives me the chance to research more fantastic content for you guys and…
3 Tips to Help You Have a Better Online Shopping Experience
Online shopping is a great way to get new clothes, items for your house, or even groceries all from the comfort of your home. But because of how easy it is, people often get caught up in their shopping experience and spend way too much time and money. So how can you have a great…
4 Common Health Problems And What To Do About Them
We all have that one nagging health problem that we just can’t seem to get under control. Maybe it’s struggling with your weight, or you’re prone to migraines, or maybe you just catch colds more often than your friends. Whatever your specific situation is, these health problems can be irritating at best and actually get…
4 Ways to Love Your Body Again, At Any Age
We all have flaws. Sometimes, however, those flaws can grow heavy in our minds and make us forget all the good things about ourselves. Losing our sense of self-confidence is upsetting, and it can spiral into negative health consequences like eating disorders or depression. 4 Ways to Love Your Body Again, At Any Age As…
Using Music And Songs to Enhance Learning | Scratch Garden
When it comes to learning, there are so many benefits to putting what you are trying to remember or learn into song. It’s just amazing how much better you can remember things if it is put into a catchy tune. Last year I connected with Steve over at Scratch Garden, and we’ve been big fans of…
5 Signs That You Need Immediate Attention From an Emergency Dentist
5 Signs That You Need Immediate Attention From an Emergency Dentist While most dental issues do call for some form of treatment, there are instances when you need help as quickly as possible. When that happens, you want to contact one of the Mapleridge dentists and seek emergency treatment. Are you not sure what constitutes…
5 Simple Ways That a Health Savings Account Makes a Difference
Have you considered opening a health savings account, either a personal one or an account offered through an employer? There’s a lot to be said for HSA accounts by Benecaid and it’s a good idea to spend some time learning more about them. Along the way, you’ll identify a number of benefits associated with having…
5 Easy Ways to Find Ideas for Remodeling Your Basement
When you make the decision to renovate the basement, exactly what will you do with the space? There are all sorts of ideas for basement remodeling that are worthy of your consideration. To help you come up with the perfect solution, spend some time collecting ideas. Here are some possible sources to keep in mind….
3 Ways to Save Money on a Home Renovation
Although 34% of recent buyers of new homes were looking to avoid renovations or issues with their plumbing and electricity, that doesn’t mean that every family shies away from a remodeling project. In fact, you might be eager to take on a home improvement project, if not for one problem: your budget. A lot of…