Parenting Rants

How to Encourage Self-Care Habits in Teens (Without Forcing It)

How to Encourage Self-Care Habits in Teens (Without Forcing It)

Health & Exercise
Getting teens to care about hygiene, skincare or even basic self-care can feel like a constant battle. The more you remind them, the less interested
TIFF 2025: The Movies That Stuck With Me

TIFF 2025: The Movies That Stuck With Me

Movies & Cartoons
There’s something special about attending the Toronto International Film Festival, but this year felt historic. TIFF turned 50, and with it came a lineup of
Getting Ready for High School in Toronto: A Parent’s Guide to Grade 9 Transition

Getting Ready for High School in Toronto: A Parent’s Guide to Grade 9 Transition

Education
It’s crazy to think that Akira is entering grade 9 in Toronto! Remember how we were sharing about Junior Kindergarten lunch box tips not too
Girls’ Weekend in Winnipeg: A Momcation Guide for Foodies & Culture Lovers

Girls’ Weekend in Winnipeg: A Momcation Guide for Foodies & Culture Lovers

Canada
Looking for a weekend escape that’s equal parts artsy, soulful and stylish? Winnipeg, Manitoba might not be the first place that comes to mind for
NiaHealth Review: An Easier Way to Take Control of Your Health

NiaHealth Review: An Easier Way to Take Control of Your Health

Health & Exercise
If you’ve been following me for a while, you know my health journey well and how I am constantly seeking answers and solutions. I’ve been
Hysterectomy Surgery Experience

Hysterectomy Surgery Experience

Health & Exercise
On  November 28, 2024 I FINALLY had my hysterectomy surgery at St. Michael’s Hospital in Toronto. It has been nearly a week since that surgery
Prepping for a Hysterectomy

Prepping for a Hysterectomy

Health & Exercise
It’s surgery week and I realized that I never shared the prep work I did for the last cyst removal surgery. To be honest, I
The Ultimate 2024 Gift Guide for Grandparents and Tweens

The Ultimate 2024 Gift Guide for Grandparents and Tweens

Parenting
The holiday season is upon us, and finding the perfect gifts for everyone on your list can be a daunting task. Whether you’re shopping for
Journey to Health Part 9 : Surgeries, Ovarian Cysts and Hysterectomies

Journey to Health Part 9 : Surgeries, Ovarian Cysts and Hysterectomies

Health & Exercise
Did you forget that I’ve been sharing my journey to health since 2017? I don’t blame you because even I did! My last update was
Do Kids Prefer Original Movies or the Remakes?

Do Kids Prefer Original Movies or the Remakes?

Movies & Cartoons
A strange confluence of worlds is happening in our household lately. The kids and I have been watching many of the movies I loved at