Here’s the thing: I have no shame. Or, at least very little. So when some lovely people asked if I would write a post about Depend (those super-absorbent briefs that are always at the top of my hospital-bag packing list I give to moms-to-be), I knew I had two choices: Properly test and review the new Depend Silhouette Active Fit…
UNICEF 360°: seeing your impact in (virtually) real life
There’s something new in charitable gifting, and it’s going to change the way non-profits share the impact of donor generosity. UNICEF is first out of the gate with it’s truly WOW-worthy 360° virtual reality viewer. For just $12, you can add the 360° viewer to any UNICEF Survival Gift — several of which I featured…
2015 holiday gift guide: for them and for you
These gift guides are a labour of love. I start working on them by late summer, and slowly but surely piece together the things I think you and your child will love. Brands and retailers don’t pay to be part of this — I won’t let them. While I do let them send me goodies…
Give unto others: charitable gifting
For the last four holiday seasons, I’ve published a pretty robust gift guide (or series of guides) filled to the brim with the latest toys and must-have goodies. And, don’t worry, that’s coming — soon, I promise. But to kick off holiday gift guide mania, I’d like to start by highlighting some of my favourite charitable…
I’m not asking you to quit smoking; I’m asking you to make a choice
This isn’t the first time I’ve written about smoking. The first time stirred a lot of opinion and both favourable and damning comments. But this post isn’t about suggesting you quit. As I write this, France has declared war. Nearly 150 Kenyan students are dead. Beirut’s suffered its worst terrorist attack in years. Illegal weapons are an…
Ontario College of Teachers: it’s about excellence (sponsored post)
I was an unqualified teacher once. In South Korea. It was my way of testing the waters to see if I wanted to go to teacher’s college here in Canada when I finally sewed my travel oats (still working on that one). I didn’t. Because, holy crap, teaching is hard. And you have to really,…
Pick Poise Pads to prevent panty puddles (sponsored post)
I know you feel me, mamas, because it happens to you, too. A sneeze or giggle can do it. Some trampoline fun is almost a guarantee. But it’s the dreaded coughing attack that had me running from a communal cottage kitchen table this summer—headed straight for the bathroom. Because I knew what was coming. The…
Start saving for your child’s education (like, now)
I’ve seen my Dad cry twice. The second time was when we were at his mother’s side the night she passed away. And the first was as he said goodbye to me after helping me move into my dorm room for my first year of university — before driving away. Going to university was always…
“SnapShots” from Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa
I’ve invested in family photography since my babies were in my belly. We’ve had maternity photo shoots, newborn photo shoots, first birthday photo shoots and annual shoots thereafter. Why? It’s not because we’re on an unlimited budget. Far from it. But if I didn’t pay someone to take our photos together, I’d never be in…
Bahn Thai Spa (Toronto)
I’m no stranger to massages. I’ve been getting them for at least 15 years – and relished in a good rub-down even when I was pregnant. And yet, despite visiting Thailand, I’d never had a Thai massage until a few weeks ago. Which is odd, because it also uses some yoga postures, and I’m a…