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We are not one of the lucky ones that has central air. Our apartment is hot 365 days a year! We have a window AC unit in our bedroom which we only turn on at night to conserve energy and money as we all know hydro in Southern Ontario is expensive. We came up with a few tips on how we stay cool in the summer while it is hot hot hot! 1 - We visit splash pads! These are free and usually attached to a park. Lilly loves to play in the splash pad in her clothing and then...

I get so many messages every week about the food I cook and how I get Lilly to eat Veggies, Tofu and other non-kid friendly foods. This will be our food blog on how I meal plan, where I shop, trying to go single use plastic free, and recipes I create and try.  Please note that most of the recipes are plant-based but we do eat fish and eggs once in awhile. 

Toddlers and children have such big emotions for being such little people. However have you ever wondered what the difference is between a tantrum and a meltdown? I know that I have miscalled one for the other. We are going to explore the differences between the two and ways that we can help the situation. Tantrums happen with purpose or because they are looking for a response. They are controlled and your child is aware of their actions. Some children use this as a communication tool when they are not being heard or do not have the words to communicate...