Category: Lifestyle
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How many newborn cloth diapers
When dealing with a newborn, there are already a lot of things to worry about. In addition to feedings, nap time, and sleeping through the night, there is the dirty business of – diapers. In recent years, many parents have moved away from disposable diapers and toward the washable cloth option. How Many Cloth Diapers…
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How to make wooden letters
There’s always an interesting project going on in Grandpa’s woodshop! Right now, we’re working on making wooden letters from a plain piece of wood. Here’s how we made our own alphabet of wood cutouts. How to make DIY wood letters These large wood Letters are made with high-quality plywood and cut out with a scroll…
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Is mayo dairy?
Mayo is a staple in many of our diets. It’s worth investigating what’s in it! I wanted to know what was in mayonnaise, and especially whether or not it contained dairy. When I asked myself ‘is mayo dairy?’ here’s what I found. So, is mayo dairy? Plain, old-fashioned mayo is generally dairy-free. In its most…
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Mexican food for kids
Wanna know some amazing recipes and ideas for Mexican food for kids? Personally, I could eat salsa and guacamole with dinner every single night of the week so I really wanted to figure out a way to incorporate those amazing flavors into our family dinners without overwhelming my kids. Here are some incredible Fiesta-inspired ideas…
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Petticoat tails shortbread recipe
This recipe for Gran’s Scottish Petticoat Tails Shortbread is a treasure from my Dad’s side of the family. Petticoat tails are a traditional type of shortbread baked in a pie plate and divided up into wedge-shaped pieces. These nice large shortbreads make wonderful gifts during the Christmas season. See below for our family’s traditional shortbread…
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Kombucha supplies
Making your own kombucha is a breeze if you have the right tools for the job. Here are the kombucha supplies you actually need to brew and bottle your own DIY kombucha at home. Essential Kombucha Supplies: Large pot for brewing tea Large glass brewing jar Fabric lid for brewing jar Silicone stirring utensil and…
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Best potty training books for parents
The best potty training books for parents create confidence and include a solid plan to succeed with toilet training. These potty training books include detailed plans to guide you and your little one from diapers to underwear. My top 3 favorites Here are three of the best potty training books for parents: Oh Crap! Potty…
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PC Optimum review
This PC Optimum Member Review is for Canadian shoppers trying to decide whether or not another loyalty program is worth paying attention to. Since the PC Insiders Membership program has a fee, I figured it would be worth sharing my thoughts on the program to help you decide whether or not it’s worth it to…
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Pumpkin seed granola recipe
Pumpkin seed granola is my favorite everyday breakfast. It’s yummy, quick to make, and so different than store-bought varieties. This granola recipe is sweetened with honey and maple syrup rather than granulated refined sugar, making it guilt-free each crisp fall morning 🙂 Ingredient list for autumn granola Steps: Spiced pumpkin seed cranberry granola Store in a ziplock…
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PC Express review
PC Express is an online grocery shopping service offered by select Loblaw stores in Canada. Online grocery orders are either brought out to your vehicle in the store’s parking lot or delivered straight to your home. My overall review is that I have found that using PC Express at Superstore is worthwhile, as it saves…
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PC Insiders review
What is PC insiders? We all wondered, “What is PC Insiders?” when it was announced. PC Insiders is a membership program offered by Loblaws in which shoppers pay an annual fee to get special benefits. In this way, it’s similar to a Costco Membership or paying for Amazon Canada’s Prime Membership. You can redeem earned PC…
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DIY photo string display
Photo strings are such a cute and easy way to brighten up a plain wall! We put up a photo string wall for our daughter’s recent sip & see party and liked it so much we decided to keep it around as part of our everyday home decor. It’s a great way to display and change…
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Gluten free muffin recipe
Craving a healthier breakfast option? Try this gluten free muffin recipe that combines the goodness of peanut butter, banana, and chocolate chips. With no refined sugar or flour, these blender muffins are easy to make and guilt-free.
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Gluten free cookie recipe
In the wintertime, I love to cozy up with a cup of tea and a warm baked treat. After the holidays, however, I’m usually over the sugar-high that most baked goods of the season deliver. These honey walnut cookies are a yummy way to enjoy a chocolatey baked treat without flour or refined sugar. Plus, I…
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Tangerine bank review
I’ve been banking with Tangerine since before it was called Tangerine. Overall, I’ve been very happy with Tangerine Bank and have noticed only a couple of drawbacks over the years. Let’s look at my findings as a customer in this tangerine bank review. If you’re already ready to try it, here’s my Tangerine Orange Key:…