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Its toy shopping time! The most dreaded time of year when you walk through the aisles trying to remember all of the children you need to buy for, who likes what and ensure that you aren’t repeating a gift from last year. By now, some of you will be completely finished your holiday shopping (good for you!) and others……

Things To Do in Toronto this Summer for Kids

PTPAJune 2, 2015

Looking for some fun activities for Kids in Toronto? Summer vacation will be here before you know it, and Toronto offers some great activities for the whole family. Whether you are looking for thrilling adventure, getting up close with the animals or having a relaxing picnic, Toronto has it all. Here are some of the top attractions in Toronto: CN…

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8 Easy Ways To Save Money At The Grocery Store with FREE Printables

PTPAFebruary 9, 2015

Slashing your grocery bill shouldn’t have to be hard. If you are ready to start saving money, then I have 8 Easy Ways To Save Money At The Grocery Store. The need for food, like laundry never ends; it is no wonder that so many families turn to take out or pre-made dinners. Follow these simple money saving tips and you…

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Saving Pennies 101

PTPAMay 8, 2014

I think most moms are looking for ways to save money but not everyone is cut out to be an extreme couponer (although I admit, food is by far our biggest expense every month). There are ways to save money around the house without digging in dumpsters for scraps of food and going through mounds of newspapers for the best…

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DIY Laundry Soap-How I Make 333 Loads of Laundry Soap for around $30

PTPAApril 17, 2014

One of the biggest expenses that I have had as a mother was laundry soap. I must admit I love it when my laundry smells great and I used to free pour my detergent into the washer. That was before my I had my third child and went on maternity leave. With three kids (two of which have uniforms at…

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Why kids toy markups get under my skin

PTPAApril 3, 2014

I have two Frozen fanatics in my house. These kids would love to own an official Anna and Elsa dress or two. In fact that’s all my 5 year old asked for this past Christmas, but all that was available locally was toddler-sized. We bought her the cheapie toddler dress from Target because Santa doesn’t let kids down like that,…

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Tips to Survive Road Trips With Kids

PTPAJune 21, 2013

When parents consider taking a road trip with kids there is a segment of the population who cringe. Visions of irritable children, squeals of “are we there yet?”, “I have to pee” dance in our heads and immediately we’re glad we aren’t stuck in that vehicle. And yet at some point we all do it. We know in advance the…

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Planning a Staycation for March Break

PTPAFebruary 13, 2013

Spring Break is quickly approaching for many kids and families in Canada. If you aren’t part of the group who will be exchanging cold winter weather for sunny skies but would still like a few days of R&R and quality family time, consider planning a staycation. What is it? A staycation is a budget friendly version of a vacation. Like…

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Saving for Travel (Or Any Big Purchase)

PTPAJanuary 16, 2013

A new year brings a new savings plan and goals for my family. My husband and I have chosen to make travel a priority – planning at least one big trip and several road trips throughout the year. We have had to make sacrifices in many areas of our lives to make these trips possible – the “money doesn’t grow…

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When to Buy Organic: The “Dirty Dozen”

PTPADecember 13, 2012

Organic produce (and especially local, organic produce) just feels right. Organic fruits and vegetables might lack that creepy, shiny, technicolour look of conventionally grown produce, but they make up for the occasional spot or bump in amazing, fresh taste. When produce is in season and grown healthfully it tastes AMAZING!

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