Create an Indoor Fragrant Herb Garden
Whether you are an experienced gardener or not, a fragrant herb garden is a great addition to your home as it’s easy to tend to and offers a variety of benefits such as…
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8 Easy Ways to Put Together a Family Movie Night Your Kids Won’t Forget
If there is one thing every kid loves, it’s a movie night! But heading out to the movie theater isn’t always practical, especially when you’re dealing with a global pandemic. The good news is, you can bring the fun and magic of a movie theater to your own home. Putting together a family movie night your kids won’t soon forget…
Homeschooling Essentials for My Autistic Son.
My son has high-functioning autism (formerly known as Aspergers) and is participating in the guided homeschooling program. In Alberta, Canada, it’s called HUB learning. Deciding whether or not to send him to school this year was a tough choice! But, almost half a year in, I don’t have any regrets. The big deciding factor was the way Hunter stims. A…
December 4, 2020
6 Tips for a Great Night’s Sleep
Having a sound nighttime routine ensures that your brain and body get rested properly, promoting good sleep and good health.
November 18, 2020
If Hunter and I ruled the world….
If Hunter and I ruled the world, the week would look like this: Sunday, Second Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday. This week has been hard. Lots of pushback and brutal emotional honesty from Hunter. On top of that, a full day of freak-outs and meltdowns. (Knowing the difference between tantrums and meltdowns has been key in changing my parenting…
November 18, 2020
Stop Chasing Perfection
Just a little reminder to…. Accept that LIFE IS MESSY & Embrace its imperfect nature. Since there is NO SUCH THING AS PERFECT, You don’t need to keep grasping for certainty. Life is always changing, The future is never set in stone. tianna-babbling panda blog
November 11, 2020
School During COVID-19: Not What We Expected
I was as disappointed as Isabella that she was starting her first year of high school- Grade 7(!)- during COVID-19. We are cautious over paranoid, so it wasn’t fear that was getting to us. And both my daughter and I were aware the precautions existed for good reason (shoutout to Dr. Tam for keeping us informed!). So it wasn’t that.…
August 25, 2020
Fitness Trackers: Mini Mega-Motivators
Guest article written by Susan Doktor For moms, staying healthy is practically a full-time job of its own. Keeping up with doctors’ appointments. Making sure we’re up to date on the latest health news, from vital pandemic information to the evolving body of nutrition research. Then, once we figure out what we should be eating, we must shop for it…
August 13, 2020
Eco-Friendly Apartment Hacks
Guest article provided by Siege Media Summer is here and now is the perfect opportunity to give your apartment an eco-friendly transformation. Making the switch all at once may feel intimidating, but this guide will show you simple modifications and habits to embrace to help out the planet. Luckily, these eco-friendly swaps won’t break the bank! There are also so…
July 23, 2020
5 Beach Camping Activities for the Whole Family (Printables)
Enjoy this wonderful guest post to amplify your summertime fun! Suns out, guns out. Summertime is not only the perfect time for dad puns, but also the perfect time for the whole family to enjoy the warm weather as a family. Whether you’re headed to the west coast for a classic trip to California or to the east for a…