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Watch out home improvement and home building stores there is a new company taking over and fulfilling our needs as outdoor enthusiasts!  Backyard Discovery Canada! This Fall we had the amazing opportunity to work with Backyard Discovery Canada and build our very own  Saxony Grill Gazebo ! This was the first gazebo we had built in our yard and I was nervous about how everything was going to come together since it is such a large project.  The pieces came in a few large boxes and were all wrapped up nice and securely keeping everything from getting any sort of damage which was appreciated. When we started going through the pieces everything was very well labelled and the instructions were very easy to read. All the pieces were accounted for and everything came in neatly organized bags and packages creating a very easy to follow project.  The entire project was such high quality and each piece was easy to fit together with the others. We actually had a great time puttin...

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This article appeared first on  Funky Frugal Mommy! Starting your own business as a single parent is a huge endeavour, however, it’s by no means impossible. You might have to work a tad harder to balance all your responsibilities, but the advice and experience of other entrepreneurs who are in the same situation as you can be extremely helpful in getting you started. Here are 10 tips that every ambitious single parent should know before opening their own business. Pick the right job Single parents often opt for starting their own business so that they have a little more flexibility when it comes to their family. For this reason, businesses that can be operated from one’s home are usually preferred. Logically, some  business ideas  are more suitable than others if you are to juggle entrepreneurship and parenthood at the same time. Blogging, tutoring, offering consultation services, starting a food delivery business, and opening an online store are just some of the examples...

A new  study  in the journal JAMA Pediatrics found a direct association between screen time at ages 2 and 3 and development at 3 and 5. In fact, another recent  study  found that only 5% of U.S. children meet the recommended daily guidelines for sleep, exercise, and screen time use. How can we fix the problem? Vinay Saranga M.D. is a child psychiatrist and founder of  Saranga Comprehensive Psychiatry .  His advice for parents: -          Exercise daily : Children should have at least one hour of moderate exercise per day. Lack of physical activity in children is just one of the reasons obesity is an epidemic in America. Make exercise a family event by going on a walk or playing outdoors. Encourage your children to get involved with sports and activities. Take them to the local playground for a fun, free way to stay active.   -          Limit screen tim...

There are a lot of things that you have to take into consideration when you and your partner are deciding to start a family. Of course, you need to be sure that you're secure in your relationship, as well as the fact that  you're emotionally mature enough to care for another human being . However, there's one thing that a lot of people tend to forget about, and that's the financial responsibility involved in raising a child. Like it or not, kids are expensive. The average cost of raising a child is up in the hundreds of thousands, so you really do have to be fully aware of whether or not you're in the right financial position to raise a child. In order to make sure that you and your partner are making the right choice, here are some things that you can do to make sure that you're financially ready to be parents. Ditch your debts Image Source The last thing you want is to be dealing with all of the potential stress that comes with having a baby along...

  The holidays are a wonderful time that brings together family and friends to celebrate.  However, it can also be a challenging time for our healthy lifestyle goals. Food is often at the centre of our celebrations and gatherings make treats and snacks readily available. So how can we as parents, continue with our healthy living goals over the holidays? One way is to plan for and choose healthy snacks as much as possible, while also allowing room for enjoying smaller portions of our favourite holiday foods.   Here are some healthy snack options and suggestions to keep you on track from dietitians: Keep it simple: sliced fruit and vegetables are excellent snacks packed with nutrients and fibre to help keep you full and satisfied. Tip: plain yogurt (mix in a small amount of ranch dressing for extra flavour), hummus, and salsas are tasty and satisfying vegetable dip options. For a healthy fruit dip try mixing plain yogurt with mashed berries and a...

It's the moment every parent dreads ... a toddler temper tantrum in a public place. When it comes to temper tantrums, prevention is always the best approach. But let's face it, some temper tantrums can seem to come out of nowhere. Temper tantrums are usually a response to extreme frustration and, like it or not, they are perfectly normal toddler behaviour. So what can you do if you are faced with a temper tantrum in the mall, grocery store or anywhere else for that matter?      Ignore it - If your toddler is not getting your attention there is a good chance the tantrum will stop. Try standing a short distance away from your child and continuing to do what you are doing. Stay close enough to see your child without focusing directly on them. During this time try not speaking to your child - if you need to speak keep your voice calm and quiet.                Try to ...