2013

Can we just discuss my son’s love of pancakes for a second? The first things he says in the morning isn’t “Good morning mommy! I love you so much!” Oh no. It’s always “Pancakes?” I wish I was kidding. I think it’s safe to say that I can whip up pancakes like the best of them. Whole wheat pancakes that…

Crafts & DIY

DIY Candy Cane Sugar Scrub

PTPADecember 20, 2013

I didn’t used to consider myself a frugal mom, but this Christmas season I’ve decided that I actually am! Perhaps not with everything on my shopping list, but for the most part I scour the best deals when shopping and can end up saving myself a lot of money! I have also never considered myself much of a DIY person, but if…

Crafts & DIY Lifestyle

5 Tips to Enjoy a Healthy Holiday Dinner

PTPADecember 9, 2013

Every year as the holidays approach you promise yourself you won’t indulge at the family dinner and end up in a turkey coma after the meal, but then the table is set with all your favorites – mashed potatoes, gravy, turkey, and Grandma’s apple pie . . . how can you possibly avoid over doing it? The key is moderation…

Uncategorized

So, you’re going to/exhibiting at a trade show…

PTPADecember 4, 2013

Here are a few survival + make it awesome tips I’ve gathered over the years. 1. Comfort – You’re going to be on your feet for approximately a million hours. This should dictate your wardrobe and footwear choices. A lot of people wear suits to make themselves look more important, but come on, that’s so 10 years ago. A sports jacket…

Being a Mom For the Kids Lifestyle

‘Tis the Season to Party!

PTPANovember 27, 2013

‘Tis the Season to Party! By Toronto4Kids.com Tips to Keep Kids Busy during Grown-Up Christmas Parties… If you’re entertaining during the Holiday season, don’t forget the kids! They’ll need to be kept busy as well! During Christmas party events, emotions will be running high and kids will get excited… Here are some tips to keep your young guests occupied and…

Being a Mom Lifestyle

Being a Ninja Mom- Introduction to Ninja Mommers

PTPANovember 27, 2013

Oh! Hello There! I am so glad to see you here at PTPA.com! Well, isn’t this a coinky dink that you are here too? I am just over the moon excited to share with everyone that I am now a PTPA Blogaholic! For those of you who have not yet experienced that clumsy, awkward, stealth that is Ninja Mommers, hold…

Being a Mom For the Kids

15 Ways To Help Keep Kids Busy While Mommy Is On Bed Rest

PTPAOctober 23, 2013

Last week I posted about ways to keep yourself busy while on bed rest. This week is all about keeping busy with the kids! My kids are 6 and 7, and they love their independence, yet still love playing family games. So here are some things we have been doing to keep busy. I have also found it is a…

Just Between Us

Get the Kids Making Their OWN School Lunches!

PTPASeptember 17, 2013

As a kid I had to make lunches and I never liked it. Now as a mom to 3 school aged kids I like it even less. Who likes what, who won’t eat what, who drinks what, same snacks, same sandwiches – or worse, they won’t eat sandwiches! What is there to love about making school lunches?

Everyday Parenting

Mom or Martyr?

PTPASeptember 12, 2013

I am a work outside the home mom. I always knew I would be. My career is important to me. And, specifically, having a career that takes me out of the house is important to me. There have been opportunities to maintain my career path while working in my own home but that’s not the road I’ve chosen. Here’s something…

Just Between Us

Healthy After School Snacks

PTPAAugust 29, 2013

It is almost that time of the year. Back to School! Everyone is busy talking about what you need for school. But what about After? Here are some healthy snack ideas for after school! Here are some of my kids favourite snacks! 1. Apples and Peanut Butter. OR if you have allergies in the house, Apples dipped in Yogurt. 2.…

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