Last night I discovered that we had a week in the summer with absolutely nothing planned for the kids. This seems to happen every year. Time just gets away from us. That is why we create the last minute camp openings post every year to help parents find camp spots...
Contents: Whether you’re meeting investors, clients, or team members, finding the perfect meeting room can go a long way in making things happen. It helps make a good impression and can create an atmosphere conducive to a successful meeting. But how exactly do you pick the perfect business meeting room?...
Going through a divorce is challenging for everyone involved. On top of the grief, stress and emotional turmoil, you must make endless decisions. Decisions about children, living arrangements, finances, property … the list goes on. Even though you may feel your life has spiralled out of control, there is one...
June 13, 2023 Whoever says the Adderall shortage is over is living on a different planet. I have dozens of patients who rely on Adderall and who panic every month. Whenever it’s time to refill their prescriptions, the drama begins: Where can I find the medication I need? This uncertainty...
In the rapidly evolving digital age, where technology permeates every aspect of our lives, educational apps have emerged as powerful tools to enhance children’s learning experiences. As parents, we are constantly looking for the best educational apps to boost our little ones intellectual growth and love of learning. Because all...
Contents: June 30 is almost here, and you may be thinking “where are all those receipts I was saving up for tax time?” They’re probably scrunched up and stuffed into a shoebox somewhere, am I right? That’s something I’m sure many single working mums can relate to. You’d be forgiven...
Key takeaways for caregivers Building healthy relationships with technology involves not only protecting youth, but also supporting their positive experiences online. Helping middle schoolers navigate the digital world involves strategies similar to those used for their in-person activities: monitoring, spending time on the internet together when possible, educating them about...
Ah, the wild world of teenagers dating—the mix of butterflies, drama and hormones that can leave any parent feeling like they’re on a rollercoaster ride they didn’t sign up for. As much as you might want to hide in a cupboard and come out when it’s all over, as a...
By Louise Kinross Shane Neilson describes himself as a mad/autistic poet, physician and scholar. Saving is his memoir about how he found himself on the receiving end of care when his son developed intractable seizures and his daughter was diagnosed with depression. You might think being a doctor would be an...
In my first full-time job after finishing my master’s degree, I was put in charge a long-running project that was already years behind schedule. With strict, unrealistic timelines and insufficient resources, the project was mine to save. I’ve always been a high achiever, so I dove right in. Despite the...
So, you’re over your last relationship, you’ve enjoyed your single time and now you’re ready to start dating again, yay. The only thing is, the game has changed … big time. If you want to find your Mr Right or just some fun, you’re gonna have to brave the world...
The world of entrepreneurship has been experiencing a significant shift, with women playing an increasingly prominent role. According to the 2020 Women Business Owner Spotlight report by American Express, women-owned businesses in the United States grew 21% from 2014 to 2019, compared to 9% for all businesses. Within this evolving...
I was unable to find a good obstetrician covered by my insurance for either of my two births. I even had good insurance for the first one. For the second one, I had horrendous insurance. It didn’t matter. In NYC, good obstetricians are hard to find. For my first birth,...
Contents: Just being a mother can be hard. There’s no training, no rulebook, no practice runs. But navigating the murky waters of divorce is another challenge altogether. And I’m not talking settlements and spouse support. I’m talking about the children involved. How do we ensure their little lives are relatively...
Contents: Do you have a hard time looking for car parts? Buying things online is becoming increasingly popular as the world gets digitised. Even people who need to buy replacement auto parts face this problem. But if you have no idea what you should look out for, shopping online for...
Jayeden Walker (left) and Luke Anderson. Photo by Kathleen Rea. By Louise Kinross Luke Anderson is constantly reinventing himself. In 2002, the engineer was an extreme athlete who moved to British Columbia to pursue his passion for mountain biking. When he rode off a platform to jump a 25-foot gap and...
Contents: Your guide to internet safety for kids. No doubt some of you will remember a time when mobile phones were as big as bricks and internet safety was something we were blissfully unaware of. Oh – how things have changed! When it comes to technology, it appears our children...
Contents: If you have never mowed a lawn and are unsure how to go about it, we are here to help you feel confident and equipped to tackle your first mowing session. This beginner’s guide will provide essential tips and techniques to make you the mother-of-all-mowers, with a lawn that...
Gone are the days when car enthusiasm was considered a male-dominated domain. The automotive world is experiencing a seismic shift as more women take the driver’s seat, blazing trails and breaking stereotypes. In this article, we explore the remarkable rise of female car enthusiasts, their impact on the industry, and...
If you want to make a little extra cash to supplement your income, you could look at Australian surveys that pay you money online. I know what you’re thinking: “Is this too good to be true? Can I really make money just by filling out surveys online?” The answer is...
