Maple Mama Guest Blogger! “Mom Jeans”
Written by Jennifer Brandt Herschko from Perfectly Disheveled
32 isn’t old. I realize that. I know I have another 8 plus years of good solid uterus/baby making time and thanks to some decent genetics, even longer before my wrinkles become noticeable.
That said, there are days, like today, when I feel old. When I stop myself and feel (read more…)
Maple Mama Guest Blogger! “The Glasses that Never Die”
Written by Jennifer Brandt Herschko
from Perfectly Disheveled
If there is one thing in the world I can’t be trusted with, it is A PAIR OF SUNGLASSES. Plastic, wired, black or tortoise shell, doesn’t matterI will break them, lose them and/or generally (read more…)
Great Tips for Grocery Shopping on a Budget
Written by Krista Tannahill
Grocery Stores are Designed with a Purpose
Grocery stores are cleverly designed to sell numerous items as quickly and as efficiently as possible which can lead to a lot of unnecessary products making their way into your cart. (read more…)
Winter Skin Care Tips
Written By Krista Tannahill
Simple and Easy Ways to Keep Skin Looking Beautiful and Healthy
Winter is a season filled with fluffy white snow, glittering icicles and cool crisp air. A time spent warming our feet by the fire, drinking oodles of (read more…)
Are You in a Slump? Get Motivated!
Written by Leo Babauta
Looking for ways to become motivated? Make a change? Get back into a daily routine? Here are 12 tips to get your started! (read more…)
Managing Money on Maternity Leave
Written By Krista Tannahill
Did you know that once you go on maternity leave it can take up to 5 weeks (including a 2 week unpaid waiting period) to get your first EI payment? (read more…)
Back to the Grind: Returning to Work
Written By Krista Tannahill
It seems like yesterday you were focused on your pregnancy and your main worry revolved around the process of giving birth. How long will it take? How painful will it be?
Months later those questions were answered and now (read more…)
New Moms: Tips for Managing Your Day
Written by Krista Tannahill
The birth of your first child is filled with joyous and magical moments. The first smile, yawn, hiccup or burp will bring a smile to your face.
In addition to these incredibly wonderful moments comes a very distinct and challenging change of pace. Around the clock (read more…)
Tips for Glowing Summer Skin
Written By Krista Tannahill
Your skin is a reflection of your inner health and well being. Make sure you take all the necessary precautions to protect your skin – and your family’s skin – all summer long by following these simple tips. (read more…)
Out & About with the Kids
Written By Krista Tannahill
Let’s face it, it is not always easy leaving the house with the kids in tow. There is so much involved (more than you thought possible). Gone are the days of grabbing your purse and running out the door. Careful and strategic planning is required, military precision is needed and (read more…)
How to Avoid the Winter Blues
Written By Krista Tannahill
Feelings of depression during the winter season are common in the cold northern climate with approximately 5% of the population experiencing some effects of the Winter Blues. For most of us, the change in season is refreshing, with each new season bringing with it new activities, a change in wardrobe, fun holidays and new foods. Winter, however, can be a truly (read more…)
10 Ways to Simplify Your Life
Written by Leo Babauta
Most of us live pretty hectic lives with little time left over to stop and smell the roses. For those of you looking for some extra time in the day to do the things you love have a look at the list below to see if you can simplify! (read more…)