I have figured out the perfect mother's day gift for one of the grandmothers in our life. It's something unique that she would never think to buy herself. It's a gift that she can enjoy with the grandkids. But it's also a gift that she can enjoy on their own. A gift that lasts all year long. Any guesses? How about a year's subscription to Netflix Canada?I know my mom … [Read more...]
Spring Cleaning? I dread it a little less with P&G
I hate cleaning. I mean I really really hate cleaning. I make a lousy housekeeper. I don't so much mind the tidy, move, organize aspects. It's the getting scrubby with cleaning products parts I detest. Which means I put it off, often for far too long. And when I finally do get down to the dirty task at hand, I need to apply extra elbow grease, and the right kind of product, to … [Read more...]
The Guilt Trip comes to Blu-Ray/DVD, just in time for Mother’s Day!
Just in time for Mother's Day, the ultimate mother-son road trip is making it's way to Blu-ray and DVD. The Blu-ray version, which is exclusive to Target, comes wrapped and ready as a Mother's Day gift for your mom. Cute, right? The Guilt Trip is "the hilarious and heartfelt story on one man's cross-country road trip with his mother". As inventor Andy Brewster (Seth … [Read more...]
Peanut Butter Love Meets Cheerios, Yum
I've talked about my love for peanut butter in the past, like when I decided to add it to my chocolate cake , and the way my girls love to eat fruit with homemade peanut butter yogurt dip. I mean, who doesn't love peanut butter? (Ok, I mean aside from those poor souls with a peanut allergy, and those poor guys don't know what they're missing out on, right?) When I was a … [Read more...]
Bumblebee Toys & Copy Kids Eco-Sandbox Giveaway!
Welcome to the Eco-Sandbox & Copy-Kids DVD Giveaway! Brought to you by Bumblebee Toys, this wooden eco-sandbox is designed for children ages one and up. Not only is it FSC Certified, but it also has some awesome design features, such as the sturdy vinyl roof which protects children from harmful sun rays (or rain!) while they play, as well as a bottomless box to … [Read more...]
Silpada Sterling Silver Jewellery ~ Holiday Gift Guide 2012
Confession; I am not typically a fan of those house party sales deals, but occasionally there's a really awesome product line that has me rethinking my stance. Silpada Sterling Silver Jewellery has that effect on me. I've got a soft spot for silver jewellery, and the pieces that Silpada makes are stunning. My Aunt is an independent Silpada Designs Representative. This … [Read more...]
Win a Holiday Survival Kit from Procter & Gamble
Jealous of that whole P&G Mom thing? You can win a basket of Procter & Gamble products, chosen to help you survive the holidays! The P&G Holiday survival kit is valued at $65 and includes: Pantene Moisture Mask Wintertime weather can dry out your hair. Use this treatment as a treat to moisturise your hair the night before a big event. Venus & Olay … [Read more...]
The Secret Mountain Kids Book & CD sets
I've mentioned before how much I love award winning children's book publisher The Secret Mountain. They make lovely kids' book & CD sets. They're Canadian and they operate out of Montreal, Quebec. I've reviewed a few of their books in the past, such as the wacky ABC book W is for Wapiti, and their lovely collections of nursery rhymes and lullabies Songs in the Shade of … [Read more...]
CardSwap.ca ~ Giftcard Deals for the Holidays ~ Holiday Gift Guide 2012 Giveaway
The idea behind CardSwap.ca is both simple and brilliant; trade in gift cards you don't want for ones you can use! Personally I've yet to trade in any cards (though I suspect the temptation will be high after Christmas gifts have been received), but it looks simple enough. You make an account with the site, tell them the balance on your card, and trade it in for cash or … [Read more...]
Eco-Friendly Gift Giving with Greenmunch.ca ~ Holiday Giving Prize Pack ~ Holiday Gift Guide 2012
Small Canadian on-line retailer Greenmunch.ca is all about green. They carry an amazing selection of eco-friendly products, from paper straws and compostable wooden cutlery to backpacks and shoes, art supplies, cleaning supplies and more. Start browsing around their site and your sure to find a green gift for someone on your holiday shopping list. Greenmunch is offering one … [Read more...]
Yo Gabba Gabba! Music is Awesome! music CD Vol. 4 ~ Holiday Gift Guide 2012 Giveaway!
Everyone knows the highlight of award winning popular kids TV show Yo Gabba Gabba! is the songs. Volume 4 of the music CD series Yo Gabba Gabba! Music Is... Awesome! is now available online and via major retail stores. My kids are huge Yo Gabba Gabba! fans and they are going to be pretty darn excited to find this CD under the Christmas tree. This volume includes some of my … [Read more...]
Scholastic Storybook Treasures DVDs GIANT $150 Christmas Giveaway ~ Holiday Gift Guide 2012
Scholastic wants to help make a very merry Christmas for one lucky Maple Leaf Mommy reader, with four very special gifts! Scholastic, best know for it's books, also has a phenomenal line of storybook based DVDs. Scholastic Storybook Treasures feature award winning kids books, classics and new found favourites, all transformed into fully animated, professionally narrated … [Read more...]
Schneiders Lunchmate + Fruit {Review + Giveaway}
Those who know me in real life know that in the past I've spoken pretty vehemently against prepackaged lunches for kids. Well I'm about to eat my words. Because five years into this mom thing I have to say, it's not easy to make fantastic lunches for your kids every day. Forget easy, sometimes it's not even possible. So today, when my husband was sleeping all day trying to swap … [Read more...]
The Great Mystery Boxes Giveaway: Secret Santa Edition — Over $1400 in prizes to be won!!
I am so very excited to be teaming up with a handful of fellow Canadian bloggers to do another amazing Mystery Box giveaway event! We've each sifted through our secret stash and we've pooled together our goodies to come up with over ONE THOUSAND AND FOUR HUNDRED DOLLARS in prizes!! We've divided the loot into six themed mystery boxes, and six lucky Canadians are going to win … [Read more...]
Copy-Kids: Eat Fruits & Vegetables DVD {Review & Giveaway}
The concept behind the Copy-Kids DVD is positive peer pressure. The video shows clips of young children eating and enjoying various fruits and vegetables, with the idea that this will encourage viewers to do the same. The yummy veggies and fruits featured include: Bell Peppers, Cucumbers, Carrots, Avocado, Tomatoes, Broccoli, Oranges, Bananas, Raspberries, Strawberries, Apples … [Read more...]