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Take Out Christmas Dinner in Ottawa - SavvyMom

Where to Order Take Out Christmas Dinner in Ottawa

The best options for take out Christmas dinner in Ottawa offer meals that are ready to eat, leaving you more time to enjoy the holidays with your family.

Take Out Christmas Dinner in Toronto - SavvyMom

Where to Order Take Out Christmas Dinner in Toronto

We’re busy all month making magic happen and we’re expected to cook all day, too? It’s time to think about doing take out Christmas dinner.

Christmas Countdown - Savvy Mom

Christmas Countdown: 1 Month to Go Before the Big Day

If you’re already feeling that December pressure creeping in, take a deep breath and exhale. Here’s our one-month-out Christmas countdown checklist that’s created with real Canadian families in mind.

Merry Mayhem You Have No Control Over Christmas - SavvyMom

If You Think You Have Any Control Over Christmas, You’re Wrong

Welcome to the season of merry mayhem. If you think you have any control over Christmas, you’re wrong.

10 Secrets to Polite Kids - SavvyMom

10 Secrets to Having Polite Kids Over the Holidays and Beyond

Want your kids on their best behaviour over the holidays and beyond? Check out our 10 tips for polite kids…

Favourite Old School Holiday Movies - SavvyMom

Nostalgia Time: Best Holiday Movies From Our Youth

There’s nothing better than snuggling up with family and putting on a film to embrace the seasonal mood. Here are our favourite old school holiday movies.

Christmas Trees in Vancouver - SavvyMom

Best Spots for U-Cut and Pre-Cut Christmas Trees in Vancouver

We round up plenty of options for both u-cut and pre-cut Christmas trees in Vancouver and in every corner of the greater Vancouver region.

Where to Find a Real Christmas Tree in Calgary - SavvyMom

Where to Find a Real Christmas Tree in Calgary & the Surrounding Areas

Here’s a list of places to find a real Christmas tree in Calgary, and tips for cutting down your own for those of you with a saw and a sense of adventure!

Ottawa Christmas Tree Lots and Farms - SavvyMom

Ottawa Christmas Tree Lots and Cut-Your-Own Tree Farms

The perfect tree is somewhere at one of these Ottawa Christmas tree lots or farms in and around the Ottawa area. Be sure to check for squirrels!

Real Christmas Trees in Toronto - SavvyMom

The Best Places to Get Real Christmas Trees in Toronto

What are the hottest items this Christmas? Once again it’s freshly cut, real Christmas trees in Toronto. Here’s where to snag one or cut your own.

The Easiest Recipe for Hot Chocolate Ever - SavvyMom

The Easiest Recipe for Hot Chocolate EVER

With only 2 (3, if you count the milk) ingredients, this is the easiest recipe for hot chocolate ever. There’s absolutely no need to use a mix again.

Cookies and Cream Milkshake Recipe - SavvyMom

Cookies and Cream Milkshakes

These cookies and cream milkshakes are more of a frozen treat you may find at your favourite ice cream spot or fast food joint. And we are here for it!

Seeing Clearly: Why Regular Eye Exams Matter for Kids

You know your child best. So, when they start sitting closer to the TV, squinting at the board, or mixing…

Family Advent Calendar - SavvyMom

How to Do a Family Activity Advent Calendar

Start a new holiday tradition: the family advent calendar, and fill it with activities and togetherness.

The Best Ways to Give Memories Instead of Gifts

If you too are leaning more towards memories as opposed to simply gifts, you may need some inspiration. Here are some ideas for ways to give memories instead of gifts.

Cringe! Tips for Dealing with Awkward Moments

Awkward moments are a part of life, but after you’ve tackled a few in ways that yield positive results, you will build increased confidence in your ability to manage them.

Warm Cocktails for Winter Entertaining - SavvyMom

8 Warm Cocktails for Winter Entertaining

We love enjoying the great outdoors even during the colder weather! Here are 8 warm cocktails that are ideal for winter entertaining.

Remembrance Day Story Book: A Bear in War - SavvyMom

A Sweet Remembrance Day Story Book

A Bear in War is a sweet Remembrance Day story book told from the perspective of Teddy, a stuffed bear that was sent to the front lines of World War I.

Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup with Ham - SavvyMom

Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup with Ham

This Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup with Ham is a great recipe to keep tucked in your back pocket for weekend lunches or an easy weeknight dinner.

What’s the Best Life Insurance for New Parents in Canada?

Becoming a parent changes everything. Your routines, your priorities, even how you think about the future. Whether you just had…