This week on CHEX Daily host Teresa Kaszuba and I chatted about ways parents can volunteer at school, even if they work (or are home with younger kids, or otherwise unavailable) during the school day. Teresa and spoke about using your skill set (she said she’s been known to emcee a school event or two) […] Read more…
Dread Grocery Shopping? Click & Collect from Loblaws To the Rescue!
Are you one of those people who actually loves to grocery shop, wandering leisurely through the aisles and savouring the whole experience, every single time? If so, this post is not for you. If not, read on! I used to fantasize about having someone do my grocery shopping for me. In those moments when I […] Read more…
5 Great Ways to Get Kids Out in Nature
Today I’m welcoming special guest blogger Alexa Hildebrandt from Agents of Discovery with super advice for getting your kids involved in the great outdoors! (I’ll think about it…when the temperature warms up!) *************** When I see a toddler tackle tasks on a smartphone, I’m both impressed and alarmed. At that age, I was proud of […] Read more…
Stop Living On Auto-Pilot! (Guest Post)
Today I’m welcoming special guest blogger Kelly McCann from Your Formula For Life. *********** Do you ever just put your head down, nose to the grindstone, and tell yourself – it won’t be like this forever… I just need to get through this week… past this one deadline… beyond these toddler years… through the holidays… […] Read more…
Melissa Grelo Shares Health and Fitness Tips For 2016
As promised, today I’m sharing a conversation about New Year’s health and fitness goals that I recently had with cohost of THE SOCIAL, Melissa Grelo. I’ve decided we’re close enough that I can call her Mel now, since we’ve interviewed each other so many times. Back in the summer of 2014 I went behind-the-scenes at THE SOCIAL […] Read more…
Kate Wells: The Special-Needs Parenting Momterview
So far, you’ve probably recognized most of the subjects of my momterviews. Whether they’re TV personalities, musicians or athletes, they’ve been well-known across the country. I’ve decided to shake things up a bit, and start incorporating interviews with some parents who may not be as famous (no offense, Kate!) but who are equally – or […] Read more…
How Are The Resolutions Going? Mairlyn Smith Offers Advice!
Ah, New Year’s Resolutions. They’ve been a topic of heavy debate over the past couple of weeks, and while I’m always up for good-hearted discussions, the bottom line for me is that goals are good (some more valuable than others) but a random date of January 1st may or may not motivate people. I’m excited […] Read more…
What Will You Share? (Call For Guest Posters!)
Hey, you! I’m offering an opportunity for guest posters on my blog…and I bet you have something to share! -photos and details of a renovation/decorating project, craft or recipe -a business or product you want to promote -a blog or website of your own that you want to get more eyes on-parenting musings or advice-fashion […] Read more…
My Top 10 Posts of 2015!
Today I’m counting down my Top 10 (non-giveaway) posts of 2015! Did you miss any? # 10 My Appearance on The Social (this was my very first appearance – the second one was too recent to rack up enough hits to make the list!) # 9 Behind-the-Scenes at Global’s The Morning Show (You’ll notice there have […] Read more…
Kate’s Favourite Things – January 2016
It’s a short edition this month, but I do have a few great recos! BOOKS The life-changing magic of tidying up: the Japanese art of decluttering and organizing by Marie Kondo I’m sure you’re already aware that I am so on board with the idea of decluttering, but even I don’t take it quite as […] Read more…