Heather Dixon

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Heather Dixon is Editor-in-Chief of SavvyMom.ca, a writer and a Mom to three highly advanced little girls (according to her husband and her). She’s also a runner, a reader and a lover of wine and beer - which is why she runs.

Healthy Snack Ideas for School Lunches

The Best No-Brainer Snack Ideas for School Lunches

By Heather Dixon / September 2, 2025

Here are a few of our no-brainer, delicious, kid-friendly and simple (read: you don’t have to be a Pinterest master to make them) school lunch snack ideas.

Back to School: School Supplies Shopping List

By Heather Dixon / August 16, 2025

Here’s a helpful school supplies shopping list by grade. You may not need everything on it, but it’s a great guideline to get you started.

How Much Should Your Child Be Reading Over Summer? - SavvyMom

How Much Should Your Kids Be Reading Over Summer?

By Heather Dixon / July 5, 2025

We look at summer learning loss, how many books should your kids be reading over summer, the dangers of apps, and some great book recommendations.

25 Places in Canada Every Family Should Visit - SavvyMom

25 Places in Canada Every Family Should Visit: A Book Review

By Heather Dixon / June 11, 2025

If there’s one thing I consider myself to be, it’s a proud Canadian. And I want my kids to see this beautiful country. But I want someone else to do all the work for me.

end of the school year hell

June & The End of the School Year: What Fresh Hell is This?

By Heather Dixon / June 4, 2025

Ah, June. When your kids’ school seems to think it would be charming to put a fun fair and a movie night during the same week as all their recitals, concerts and art shows.

The Sweet, Sweet Relief of the Easy Child

By Heather Dixon / May 13, 2025

While my wonderful, headstrong firstborn leaves me guessing, my second child reassures me I’m not, in fact, doing everything wrong.

Mother's Day Gift Ideas You Can Give to Yourself - SavvyMom

10 Mother’s Day Gift Ideas You Can Give to Yourself

By Heather Dixon / May 7, 2025

It’s your day, so it’s nice to get something you’ve always wanted. Here are 10 Mother’s Day gift ideas you can give to yourself. You totally deserve it.

5 Princess Books with Strong, Smart Characters

Our Favourite Princess Books with Strong, Smart Characters

By Heather Dixon / February 21, 2025

Here are five of my favourite fun, cute, and empowering princess books. These picks are all appropriate for—and enjoyed by—all ages from toddler to pre-teen.

7 Favourite Childhood Books to Share with Our Kids - SavvyMom

7 Favourite Childhood Books to Share with Our Kids

By Heather Dixon / November 13, 2024

You get a do-over sometimes when you become a parent. Here are a few of my favourite childhood books that I can’t wait for my kids to read and enjoy as well.

Adulthood: A Great Leveller for All of Our Kids

By Heather Dixon / October 13, 2024

By the time we’ve grown up, it’s hard to tell who excelled at what as kids. We’re all pretty much equal, give or take, when it comes to how we live our lives.