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Finding Tranquility with Belly Breathing
Winding down after a long day may be easy at times for adults but I have found it can be a challenge for my little ones if we do not approach it with a gentle bedtime routine. There are some wonderful...
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Family Time at Santa’s Log Cabin in Toronto
Visiting Santa at the Eaton Centre has been a family tradition since my oldest was a baby. Our family has grown and the Eaton Centre has changed but a visit with Santa is still part of our holiday...
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Every Child Deserves a Gift
As I check my list and warp the gifts I know my kids don’t really need anything but everyone loves a surprise at Christmas. As my kids can expect a gift or two under the tree, there are many other...
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Preparing for Baby Before You Want Baby
My husband and I knew kids were part of our plan we just weren’t sure at what stage in our marriage that part of the plan would fall into place. But when we decided we were ready to start trying we...
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And So the Judgement Begins
As a person I am responsible for the decisions I make in my life. When I became a mother that responsibility extended to cover my kids. This dimension of motherhood can bring with it worry and guilt....
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I Want You To Know How Special You Are. Everyday
The month of February seems to fixate on chocolate, heart crafts and cute classroom cards as we get closer to Valentine’s Day. A February post I was writing for the Melissa and Doug blog reminds me...
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Helping By Not Helping
As parents we all want the best for our kids and we hope our experience and knowledge will help them as they try to navigate through friendships and school but some lessons our kids have to do on their...
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What Happened to Our Evening Routine?
When the kids were little we had a well-established routine of bath, brooks, and bedtime snuggles. As the kids have grown a little older this routine has changed, and I don’t think I like it.
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4 Questions Pre-Teen Girls are Afraid to Ask Their Mom
Each stage of parenthood has its own challenges and adolescence is no different. As a mom to a girl entering this new territory I like to think I leave myself open for conversations with my daughter...
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Tips on Dining with Kids on the Melissa & Doug Blog
Whether you are on a family vacation, celebrating an event, or just looking to have fun with the family, dining out with the kids can be a fun option. If you are worried about hitting your favourite...
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