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Tag: Spring

“Slip, Slap, Slop”:Sun-Safety for Youngsters the Australian Way

April 23, 2015momstownBaby, Family Life, Parenting, PreschoolerNo commentsBaby, Editorial, Family, Parenting, Preschool, Spring, Summer, Toddler

Perhaps, you have not heard the Australian motto for protecting young children in the sun? Australians are matter-of-fact in their approach and use the saying “Slip, Slap, Slop” before going outdoors with youngsters. Did you figure it out yet? That’s right. Slip on a hat, slap on a shirt, and slop on the sunscreen when preparing for safety in the sun. These are the basics of sun safety, but, there are many more good ideas for keeping your baby and young child safe from the sun’s harmful rays this summer.

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Kids Who Help in the Garden are Smarter and Healthier

April 1, 2015momstownFamily Life, Parenting, Preschooler, School Life, ToddlersNo commentsEditorial, Family, Parenting, Preschool, Spring, Toddler

Did you know that kids who garden are more than twice as likely to eat the recommended 5 servings of vegetables a day? This is just one of the reasons to include your kids in gardening during the spring and summer months. Yet, there are many other reasons for children to garden which include emotional, cognitive and physical development.

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SUGAR SHACKS AND MAPLE SYRUP FESTIVALS IN THE GUELPH REGION

March 3, 2015momstownFamily Life, Parenting, Preschooler, ToddlersNo commentsCommunity events, Editorial, Family, Local business, Parenting, Preschool, Spring, Upcoming Events, Weekend Events

You know that spring has sprung in Ontario, when daytime temps get above five degrees Celsius, nights are still below freezing, and the sap starts a runnin’ from those purely Canadian Maple trees! The sun is now warm, the ground begins to get muddy and mucky, and families head to the Maple Syrup Festivals by the droves!!!

So, here it is, Ontarian families! This is the official momstown round-up of sugar shacks, and maple syrup festivals in your area that host pancake breakfasts, horse-drawn sleigh rides or tractor rides, entertainment, and sweet treats the kids or grandkids will never forget!

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Tight Budget Family Vacation Ideas

February 25, 2015momstownFamily Life, Parenting, Preschooler, ToddlersNo commentsEditorial, Family, Holiday, Parenting, Preschool, Spring, Summer, Winter

According to a recent Trip Advisor survey, 92 percent of families are planning a vacation this year — up from 88 percent in 2009. If your family is on a tight budget, and you don’t think you can join this 92 percent, think again! You see, if you plan well, and use the following tips and ideas for cheap family destination spots, you too, can have some great and memorable family trips. Start your Family Vacation Scrapbook this year!

Lana Kelly
Editor, momstown Guelph

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Let’s Plant for Earth Day!

April 26, 2011momstownPreschooler, ToddlersNo commentsSpring

We had a great time planting some potted plants and looking for worms!

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Spring Flower Nature Walk!

April 16, 2011momstownBaby, Preschooler, ToddlersNo commentsSpring

A very chilly Spring nature walk

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