We did it, everyone. We made it to October. Fall has truly arrived and despite the ever-evolving state of chaos that is the year 2020, we’re still moving forward and we’re okay, more or less. At least, that’s the answer that rolls off most of our tongues when asked. We’re fine, we tell each other, shrugging. You know, we’re managing. But how are we really doing?
I think parents can unanimously agree that when our kids are sick, it’s the absolute pits. No one likes seeing their little ones suffer. Recently, my little fellow had to go to the Children’s Hospital to have surgery. He had kidney stones that were not passing and were extremely painful. The time came to operate. I was feeling very sorry for my little man.
Our kids’ learning is more screen-based than ever before. This is the age of educational apps, games, websites and video tutorials, which can all be useful learning tools. At the same time, it is extremely important to expose young children to tangible objects – like toys – that promote learning through touch, discovery, repetition and experimentation. Here are some recommended educational toys, organized by age group. (By the way, they’re also a lot of fun!)
Back to school looks very different to a lot of families this year. Interestingly, it also looks very different within my own family!
Needless to say the first day of school was not how I pictured it…
Carrie two weeks before delivering the trio. She said it felt like they were having a frat party in there!
At Mabel’s Labels, there is nothing we like more than happy baby news. So, you can imagine the excitement when long-time friend and Mabelhood contributor gave birth to TRIPLETS!
The surest sign that I’ve lost my mind during this pandemic? I just bought my kids a guinea pig.
As a mom of six kids, who are attending all levels of education – elementary school, high school and University – I’ve rounded up some of my favourite products that help keep me sane. And believe me, I need all the help I can get!
You already know that walking, jogging and running are good for you. They enhance your physical fitness, cardiovascular endurance, mental health, weight control, stress management… it’s a run-on sentence you’ve heard many times before.
