So, you’ve reached the point where most of your friends are married with kids. Perhaps some have gotten divorced or are thinking about divorce. Maybe you are starting to question your own marriage and whether it is “normal.” Do you even still love the person you’ve committed your life to? Maybe you feel he doesn’t understand you. Maybe he doesn’t…. View Post
Time savers are invaluable for working moms. If you’re anything like me, you understand the value of slicing off even a few minutes from the hectic morning routine. The difference between leaving the house at 715 versus 730 is adds an additional 15 minutes of traffic congestion to my commute on top of additional stress. Knowing this, our family morning routine is a well-oiled… View Post
Parents everywhere both love (and dread) the holiday season. Working parents are often scrambling for childcare while kids are off school and trying to fit in as much family entertainment into the off hours as possible. Stay at home parents can sometimes be at a loss for how to fill the day with meaningful activities. This holiday season, strike a… View Post
A part of my own life story that I rarely talk about is that I grew up with an alcoholic grandmother. The effect of experiencing alcoholism in the family didn’t really become apparent until I was older, however I do have distinct memories at various points throughout my childhood of less than rosy moments. There are times I remember spending… View Post
School is back in session and parents everywhere are deeply immersed in the hustle and bustle of the school and work week. It’s not easy to find moments where you can just catch your breath, destress and relax. My challenge to you as the stress of your day begins to feel insurmountable, take a moment to yourself and try one… View Post
Free summer activities for kids are the holy grail of summer planning. You don’t have to break the bank to keep the kids entertained this summer. There are many free summer activities you can do as a family that don’t require an extra summer job to finance. Below are ten free things to do with your kids that are both… View Post
Learning through play is essential for your kids this summer. Though I’m a strong advocate for finding your own way as a parent and doing what is right for your family, I have to admit I cringe a little inside when my students tell me they spent the whole summer in summer school or doing worksheets at home. Yes, there… View Post
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! I know many of our readers are already looking for unique holiday gifts for our loved ones. With so much choice out there, sometimes it’s hard to choose! As a follow up to last year’s Holiday Gift Guide for STEM Learning, this year we wanted to compile a gift guide specifically for… View Post
NOtaBLE and more recently The Nash have been YYC institutions from the moment they opened their doors. The care with which they choose fresh, local ingredients and creatively reinvent classic comfort food are just a few reasons that make these restaurants a must visit. Local Calgarians have been dining in for years…but did you know that you also have the… View Post
Becoming a hockey mom ultimately came down to fostering my son’s interest for the sport. Though we knew it would mean a significant time commitment and financial obligation, it seems that playing hockey is a bit of a rite of passage in our country. As the Summer comes to a close, parents are immediately thrust into the busy and often chaotic… View Post