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Filed Under Multi-tasking, Stuff | October 20, 2008
Do you have your little one’s Halloween costume all organized? Yeah, us neither. And since we’re not all that crafty, all the articles and sites we see promising “easy Halloween costumes” don’t seem to have easy enough options for us. Which is why Tail Wags Helmet Covers caught our eye. Sure, this fun, fleecy collection of wild but cute beasties and best friends, are actually designed for safety, but we don’t see why they couldn’t double as the foundation of your tiny tot’s costume. And they multi-task much more than your average costume, as they’ll get year-round use while your kidlets are bike riding, scooting, skiing or tobogganing.
You and your mummy tummy
Filed Under Tips & Tricks | October 17, 2008
In this month’s column on caring for yourself, Heather Low, mama and owner and program director of Meridian Pilates Studio talks about the more-common-than-you-might-think condition of Diastasis Recti, which she’s experienced both first hand and as a teacher.
What to do, what to do?
Filed Under Events | October 16, 2008
As the weather shifts, the type of events around town shift too, and we’re enjoying the change. We wanted to remind you that your local farmer’s markets will only be outdoors for two more weeks. And if you’re looking for events that are simply spooktacular you’ll want to visit our haunted happenings.
Let it rain
Filed Under Stuff | October 15, 2008
We’ve changed our tune a bit since last week when we chanted rain, rain, go away. Instead we’re fully kitted out for the wet weather and ready to greet it head on. Well, our kids are anyhow. And we’ve got something that’ll take you back in time – the K-Way. Remember the waterproof jackets from the ’70s that folded up into a little pouch you could wear like a fanny pack – though they call it a hip bag – around your waist? Well they’ve been resurrected – and in kids sizes.
Ask an expert
Filed Under Stuff, Tips & Tricks | October 14, 2008
Your baby that is! Ever wondered what goes on in their tiny little minds as they grow and develop from newborn babes to walking, talking, going concerns? Well wonder no more, the founders of recently launched Just Ask Baby have made it possible for you to get the full scoop on what’s going on inside your baby’s brain from the experts – babies themselves – and it’s pretty darn fascinating.
Dedicated Email: Save While You Spend
Filed Under Dedicated Emails | October 14, 2008
If you’re a savvy shopper, a clever consumer or a bargain-hunting babe then you probably already know about DealGuild. But if you don’t you’ll want to get in on the saving action. DealGuild is an online Canadian community of smart shoppers sharing their tips and tricks for getting great deals. There are lots of different [...]
Kids don’t vote (yet), but mums do!
Filed Under Tips & Tricks | October 10, 2008
Just in case you haven’t heard, Tuesday is Election Day. And in addition to a reminder to vote, here’s a brief summary of what the parties running in BC have promised on a few “motherhood” issues: parental leave, childcare and child tax credits. And find out how leading by example is the best way to raise voters of tomorrow.
What to do, what to do?
Filed Under Events | October 9, 2008
Here’s what happening this long weekend and if you’re looking for Halloween themed events, they’re being added daily to our Halloween Happenings so if corn mazes and pumpkin patches are on your agenda that’s where you’ll want to look. And have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
Get ‘em while they’re young
Filed Under Tips & Tricks | October 8, 2008
It’s time for the next instalment of Sheila Walkington’s columns on Mums ‘n Money. Money can be an emotional issue to tackle, but Walkington, the money coach for Money Matters and co-founder of the Women’s Financial Learning Centre, breaks it down into easy-to-digest chunks that can help you create a healthy relationship with money.
Haunted happenings
Filed Under Events | October 7, 2008
Here’s your source for all the pumpkin patches, mazes and spooktacular fun that you can have this month. We’ve gone a bit broader than our usual age range and in the same vein as our infamous strike list we will keep updating this list as we find more spooky stuff, so you may want to bookmark this page on our site. And just a warning, you’ll need impressive time management skills to fit in everything that’s going on this month!
