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Kobo Coupons for 2012
Published on 2012-04-24 08:55:13
Kobo is a global eBook retailer backed by Indigo Books & Music, Borders, REDgroup Retail, Cheung Kong Holdings, and other leaders in technology and retail. We believe consumers should be able to read any book, anytime, anywhere, and on the device of their choice In order to achieve that goal, Kobo is: Open We believe [...] > read more
Seller Beware
Published on 2012-04-18 09:07:59
The following article was one of many I found on-line pointing out how people are getting ripped off when all they want to do is sell something on-line. This has been a real eye opener for me and can’t believe how dishonest our fellow humans are. I don’t know if you follow MommyMatter all the [...] > read more
Milk Bone Healthy Favorites Review with ShesConnected
Published on 2012-04-10 15:20:12
Here at MommyMatter, we were quite thrilled to be selected to review the Milk Bone Healthy Favorites product line recently released. As dog owners, we know how hard it can be to find healthy treats not over filled with useless fillers for our dogs and were really excited for the latest Milk Bone product release. [...] > read more
Slow Cooker Baked Beans
Published on 2012-04-09 11:23:47
Oh boy these were great beans, the best I have ever made, even my Dad took some home with him after dinner (and he is the cook in the family). The process of getting the beans ready for the slow cooker is time consuming, but once going you can walk away and work on something [...] > read more
Green Works Review & Giveaway
Published on 2012-04-06 09:12:49
It is that time of year again, the time of year where we are cleaning up our homes from the dust & anything else that has got stuck indoors with us all winter long. We know spring cleaning can be a lot of work, but it is something we all seem to do each and [...] > read more
Clearasil Ultra PerfectaWash Review
Published on 2012-04-06 08:07:47
When it comes to having perfectly clear, healthy skin, let’s just say I have some issues. I have very sensitive skin, that breaks out easily with the use of anything my skin doesn’t like, and been on the hunt for years for a product my oh so picky skin actually likes. Recently, I was introduced [...] > read more
The Infectious Disease
Published on 2012-04-03 19:30:52
Well, today has been a very busy and eventful day. As I sit here and finally, yes FINALLY relax, I thought I’d inform you of our day, whether you care or not. If you select not, then I guess you’ll probably just close this anyways. Over the past few years, Baby Girl has always had [...] > read more
Do You Believe In The Easter Bunny
Published on 2012-04-03 14:54:03
Today I responsible for picking up my grandson from school. And it seems like every time I pick him up his teacher comes out to talk to me in regards to his behavior. Not good behavior either! Today he had hands-on – AGAIN – and continued to tell me on the walk home that he [...] > read more
April Showers, Brings May Flowers Giveaways
Published on 2012-04-03 07:16:44
You’ve heard of April Showers Bringing May Flowers right? Well… we are mixing it up! This April it’s raining FLASH GIVEAWAYS! Get ready for a month of fun! I’ve joined some super awesome bloggers and hosts My Crafty Life and Full Price? Never! to bring this too you! There will be a Flash Giveaway for [...] > read more
Spring Cash Giveaway! Open Worldwide!
Published on 2012-04-02 00:01:37
Over here at MommyMatter, we have finally developed a big Canadian following and it is something we are very proud to have! Since we love our follow Canadians, we thought it was time we brought you guys another giveaway open to our Canadian friends. We’ve teamed up with some great friends of ours, also Canadian, [...] > read more
April iPad Mania Giveaway
Published on 2012-04-01 00:01:26
WELCOME TO THE APRIL iPAD MANIA GIVEAWAY!!! It’s April! Shocking, I know. To start things off right, MommyMatter has teamed up with a group of other bloggers again to bring you a giveaway that is worth every entry you do. This giveaway is giving you the chance to not only win an iPad, but there [...] > read more
International Epilepsy Day – Purple Day
Published on 2012-03-26 18:14:05
Today, is a day designed to help increase awareness behind Epilepsy. Growing up, let’s just say it was something not many had heard of and made things a lot more complicated on me growing up. Ever since I was 3 years old, I’ve dealt with epilepsy. Recently, my MeeMa & myself were going through her [...] > read more
Stuffed Peppers Recipe
Published on 2012-03-26 04:59:48
Now this might not be a mid-week dinner, depending on your schedules, but a really nice treat all the same. Even though we do have a lot of time on our hands, we don’t. This dinner was the perfect addition to our Sunday night meal. It was quite delicious and something I haven’t made, in [...] > read more
eBooks.com Coupons & Savings
Published on 2012-03-25 09:47:13
EBOOKS.COM sells ebooks in multiple electronic formats in all categories. It is the leading specialist ebook retailer. Users can download books to computers, dedicated ebook devices, PDAs and mobile phones. They can also read books online, from any computer, anywhere, without downloading or installing anything. What’s Different about eBooks.com They love books. Whether in digital [...] > read more
Learning Money with Leo Review & $50 Visa Card Giveaway
Published on 2012-03-13 16:45:07
When it comes to the iPad, we tend to spend a lot of time searching for apps that the kids could use for learning and entertainment. Let’s just say, this has proven to be a hard option, especially when it comes to teaching them about money. Of course, with us being massive iPad addicts we [...] > read more
LEGO DUPLO 30 Days of Play – Day Four
Published on 2012-03-13 12:24:05
For the LEGO DUPLO 30 Days of Play Day Four challenge it took us a few days to complete, as both my children were determined not to create a container. They both have very creative minds, and felt this challenge wasn’t good enough for them, until I finally convinced them that it would be lots [...] > read more
Join the Finish Revolution
Published on 2012-03-13 10:59:52
Have you dealt with massive frustration over dishes coming out of the dishwasher dirty? Been looking for a solution that actually works? Then you’ll love what we got for you! For the past year, MommyMatter has been Finish addicts. It is all we will use in our dishwashers and we were very excited when we [...] > read more
Top Jewellery Trends of 2012
Published on 2012-03-13 04:42:49
When it comes to shopping for jewellery there are so many things to choose from, Charm bracelets, beaded bracelets, silver, gold and so much more. With so many choices it’s difficult to just choose one thing, but we also have to be friendly to our wallets. Some of the trendiest styles in jewellery may come [...] > read more
Change Is Good
Published on 2012-03-12 15:52:30
With the weekend behind us and the time change, and now March Break there is a lot of changes. How to entertain the neighbor kids – aka my grand children – and this is only Day One. The time change adds some adjusting: meals, sleep and of course Monday morning. My husband is suffering from [...] > read more
Super Giveaway Event – KNORK Giveaway $250 Value!
Published on 2012-03-12 00:01:43
Are you ready for a Super Giveaway Event with the chance to win an amazing prize? I am so excited to share with you all KNORK! KNORK enhances the dining experience by integrating a fork with the functionality of a knife built in. And they are AWESOME! About the Sponsor: Innovative creativity can come from [...] > read more
Savvy Tips for the Unseasoned Traveler
Published on 2012-03-11 04:33:16
You’re going on a vacation and you are mighty excited about it, but you are also plagued by nerves. Like many people who haven’t travelled much, you aren’t entirely sure what to do when it comes to traveling, and you panic. Do not panic, make a checklist and follow through and you are sure to be [...] > read more
Green Shoes for the Eco-Friendly Shoppers
Published on 2012-03-09 03:02:56
These days, the awareness in regards to the importance of going green and protecting our environment is steadily increasing. With our children’s futures held tightly in our hands, we want to make sure that we protect the environment and give our kids a nice place to live in the future. Recently people have become more eco-conscious [...] > read more
Love Our Pets Flash Giveaway
Published on 2012-03-08 12:09:28
Today, we are going to be participating in a flash giveaway for our pets! We love our pets and know many of you do too. This giveaway will end Friday @ 11:59pm. The prize, $50 PayPal/Amazon Code! Very simple, very easy, very fun! This giveaway is open to anyone with a PayPal account or Amazon [...] > read more
How to Improve Your Family’s Autism Awareness
Published on 2012-03-07 02:42:13
There are many people, children and adults that are diagnosed with different forms of Autism every day, but not many people truly know what Autism is all about. In fact, there are many questions that one might have about Autism, especially once they have had a child of their own. It is extremely important to improve [...] > read more
LEGO DUPLO 30 Days of Play – Day Three
Published on 2012-03-06 15:48:00
Day three of the LEGO DUPLO 30 Days of Play Challenge is one of those days, that brings back a lot of memories of many of our childhoods. Making our own bowling alleys! Now, this challenge went a little off into it’s own realms with WeeMan. When I told him to make a bowling alley, [...] > read more
The Haircut of the Century
Published on 2012-03-06 09:57:07
For the past week or so, there has been a lot of discussion around our houses about BabyGirl’s hair. We’ve been attempting to grow it out because she really wanted beautiful hair like her favorite cousin Tanya, who might I add has very long, beautiful hair. Now, don’t get me wrong, we tried. We really [...] > read more
Doctor In The House
Published on 2012-03-05 08:38:39
Watching the news the other night a segment came on discussing a young doctor who is bringing back an old practice. And I say great for him and his patients. Wouldn’t it be great to be able to call and make an appointment with your doctor (your sick and in bed and really not wanting [...] > read more
Best Ways to Go Green
Published on 2012-03-05 03:33:03
This day and age many people have realized the importance of green living and want to participate. Some of these people have a strong desire to go green, but don’t know where to start and end up frustrated instead. Going green is important for our environment and our children’s futures; everyone wants their children and [...] > read more
My Wonderful Walls Giveaway
Published on 2012-03-04 23:01:39
I’m so excited to introduce you all to My Wonderful Walls! They offer imaginative wall stickers, wall stencils and canvas wall murals for kids’ room and baby nurseries. It’s all created and manufactured in the USA too! About My Wonderful Walls My Wonderful Walls is a modern day Mom & Pop online retail business operated by Michael and [...] > read more
You Know You’re Tired When…
Published on 2012-03-04 20:33:31
Tonight, I thought it was time I finally wrote out my excessively amusing *to myself* event that happened a few days ago, and have not let myself live down. I seem to be a person that is literally… always tired. I wake up tired, I spend my days tired, I go to bed tired. There [...] > read more
Exercise Like The Pros Did 50 Years Ago To Lose Weight Today
Published on 2012-03-02 06:45:08
Just about everyone is interested in losing weight. Depending which website you go to, you’ll find all sorts of advice about what to put into your mouth…or what to do with your muscles to burn fat. Guess what? Both dieting and proper exercise are essential to losing weight; at least the kind of weight loss [...] > read more
LEGO DUPLO 30 Days of Play – Day Two
Published on 2012-03-02 02:11:25
For day two of the LEGO DUPLO 30 Days of Play, it was time to get a little more creative with what we are building. Right off the bat this challenge had WeeMan in an uproar of having to see the picture on the computer so he could make it perfect. He is a bit [...] > read more
Saying Goodbye…
Published on 2012-03-01 10:44:01
One thing I’ve learned how to do real well over the years is to say goodbye, even when you know deep down it is the last thing you truly want to do. Over the past 2 years, this is something I’ve had to do on many occasions and sure it may seem to be easier [...] > read more
Fan Appreciation Cash Giveaway
Published on 2012-02-29 23:01:42
Welcome to the March edition of the Fan Appreciation Cash Giveaway! We want you to know how much we appreciate you. As a thank you to all our loyal fans Frugal Experiments has teamed up with a great group of bloggers to thank you all with a chance to win some cash! Prize: $80.00 Cash in your [...] > read more
Healthyful Life Cat Chow – Keep It Cool
Published on 2012-02-29 15:15:57
Today I had mixed up with tomorrow (garbage day). On my garbage days my routine is to obviously get all the garbage out along with the recycle. Also part of this day would be to fill my pet’s food bins. And that is exactly what I did, this way I can get all the [...] > read more
Don’t Judge!
Published on 2012-02-29 08:25:09
How many hours are in your day? How many days do you have in your week? This may seem like a couple of no-brainer questions with very easy answers. 24 and 7 right? Surfing around on-line last week I was surprised at how much some moms can accomplish in the course of a 24 hour day. How [...] > read more
Prime Rib Roast – Happy Birthday
Published on 2012-02-28 01:00:30
My future son-in-laws birthday is today but we celebrated this past Saturday (so the family was all able to attend). A tradition in our home is the birthday boy or girl gets to choose what they would like for dinner – and this can mean something that no one else likes and you might only [...] > read more
LEGO DUPLO 30 Days of Play Challenge – Day One
Published on 2012-02-27 15:02:06
As you all know, we are participating in the #LEGODUPLO 30 Days of Play Challenge, and will be building a lot of LEGO creations. It is not only a great way to get the kids doing neat and fun activities, but also gives us the chance to have some quality time together playing with LEGO. [...] > read more
LEGO DUPLO 30 Days of Play Challenge
Published on 2012-02-27 08:35:48
For the next 6 weeks MommyMatter will be participating in the LEGO DUPLO 30 Days of Play Challenge blog tour! We’re thrilled at the amount of blogger enthusiasm for this program – clearly parents care about discovering new, fun and creative ways to play with their loved ones! LEGO DUPLO aren’t just building blocks – they’re fun [...] > read more
Autism Awareness Giveaway – $50 Amazon/Paypal Prize!
Published on 2012-02-24 15:01:04
There are some things in the world that are really misunderstood, and one thing that touches our hearts dearly is Autism. Since we are avid Autism awareness supporters, we thought we’d put together a giveaway that will hopefully help raise some Autism awareness! We’ve teamed up with the lovely Autism United, and also NinjaMommers, one [...] > read more
Customer Service Please
Published on 2012-02-24 06:01:45
Where are you calling? I have been seeing and hearing of more and more people asking this same question. When you are calling for customer service, whether your bank, your bank card, insurance, hotel accommodations, seems almost anything; who are you actually speaking to and in what country? We are all concerned with identity theft, keeping [...] > read more
Meaningful Beauty Product Review
Published on 2012-02-23 09:14:41
Now I want to start off this product review with a complaint. Imagine that a complaint. Why do companies have to put instructions on their products so small that you need your glasses and a magnifying glass. I had to tilt bottles under a light to be able to read the instructions of which product is [...] > read more
Amazon Flash Blast Giveaway
Published on 2012-02-22 11:36:26
Several bloggers have teamed up to bring you a $25 Amazon Code contest where you the reader can win! This is as easy as you can get. Fill out the Rafflecopter form, and await your winnings. This is a flash giveaway, so it will be quick and winner announced just as quickly! /*{literal} a Rafflecopter [...] > read more
Well.ca Review
Published on 2012-02-22 09:31:43
Since MommyMatter started, we’ve always tried to write reviews on the places we shop at and offer discounts whenever they are available. There is one online shopping company that has quickly caught our attention that we’ve been talking about a lot lately on our social media pages, Well.ca. We’ve yet to do a review on [...] > read more
Eggies Review
Published on 2012-02-21 11:03:05
I love infomercials, and love ordering with the expectant surprise of a kid with Christmas, waiting for my found cheap treasure to come. Have I got stung with my expectations? Sure have! Do I keep ordering? Sure do! You never know? And I have purchased things on-line with great success and of course the odd [...] > read more
Improving Your Bullying Awareness in the Home
Published on 2012-02-20 03:27:54
Bullying is so common these days, but that doesn’t make it any more acceptable. As time goes by the importance of raising bullying awareness in your home becomes increasingly more important, especially as your children get older and start going to school. Beginning to improve bullying awareness in your home needs to start as soon [...] > read more
Bonobos Coupon
Published on 2012-02-15 14:29:17
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Celebrate You Valentine’s Day Giveaway
Published on 2012-02-14 09:06:26
Today is Valentine’s Day! Let’s Celebrate YOU with this awesome giveaway hosted by Full Price? Never! I’ve teamed up with some giveaway loving bloggers to bring you the chance to win this one of a kind collection of jewelry! A Pendant and a Ring {chain not included}! Perfect for a night out on the town! About the [...] > read more
IronKids Flash Giveaway
Published on 2012-02-11 07:00:27
We are very excited to be participating in the IronKids Flash Giveaway hosted by IronKids & Influential Media. As Moms, we know the benefits of vitamins and such for our children. This giveaway became a huge excitement and we are happy to bring it to you, our followers! Why IronKids Nutrition? The mission at IronKids is to [...] > read more
Love Is In The Air Giveaway
Published on 2012-02-07 23:01:08
Welcome to the “Love Is In The Air Giveaway”! Acadiana’s Thrifty Mom has teamed up with 39 awesome bloggers, including MommyMatter, to bring you this super fun giveaway filled with L♥VE. This one is super easy to enter. All you have to do is like their Facebook pages! Click, click, click and you’re done. One [...] > read more
I am the Worst Mom!
Published on 2012-02-07 03:07:37
Yesterday, while navigating the Internet I came across an article of at For the Love of Baby that definitely inspired this post. It seems many parents are battling for the “Parent of the Year” Award, but many others are standing behind knocking them down and ripping that award away. It is saddening to see, and [...] > read more
Moola Love Cash Giveaway
Published on 2012-02-06 23:00:02
MommyMatter, This Lil Piglet and Tales of a Ranting Ginger, together with a group of the following fabulous Canadian bloggers are proud to present the Moola Love Valentine Sweeps cash giveaway February 7th 12:00 am EST – 14th at midnight. This is the perfect way to end your Valentine’s Day so why not join in on [...] > read more
The Art of Puking
Published on 2012-02-06 10:48:06
You read that right, the Art of Puking. After my evening last night, I had a “light bulb” moment on the random things that I’ve taught my children to make my very sensitize gag reflex at ease. Last night, around 11:30pm BabyGirl suddenly became very sick. It was unexpected, unwanted and disgusting. Thanks Super Bowl [...] > read more
Cash Cow PayPal Giveaway
Published on 2012-02-05 23:01:08
Welcome to the Cash Cow PayPal Giveaway! MommyMatter has teamed up with some fellow bloggers to bring you a giveaway where you can win $235 PayPal cash! The contest is open worldwide, and anyone with a PayPal account can win. This giveaway is quite simple to win. All you have to do is go through the [...] > read more
Odds n’ Ends
Published on 2012-02-05 22:59:10
Occasionally at MommyMatter, we like to inform you of things that you may or may not be interested in! Today however, there are some odds n’ ends that we love, that we know you will too. Check them out now and hopefully you’ll follow or like some of the following friends of ours Follow [...] > read more
Personalized Valentine’s Day Stickers & Gift Tags
Published on 2012-02-05 09:21:29
Valentine’s Day is one holiday around here that gets a lot of shine. It is not only the celebration of Valentine’s Day, but also Annette’s birthday too. The kids get very excited for Valentine’s Day, and it always leaves me, Mommy, in the kitchen preparing lots of treats for the class. When it comes to the [...] > read more
Insect Bites & Stings
Published on 2011-07-04 18:35:26
The summer months can be really hard on our bodies with all the bites and stings that we get from the pesky bug bites. Whether you are an adult or a child, the bugs are going to bug you if you don’t have the right protection on. It can be hard > read more
Camping Advice
Published on 2011-07-02 15:37:00
Camping is a great getaway, but to have a safe and fun time, preparation is essential. When we think of camping, we right away think about lack of showers and generally deter away from camping, but this year MommyMatter might take the leap and get ou > read more
Where to Buy TOMS Shoes?
Published on 2011-06-30 14:34:08
There is one thing many people ask us about and that is where to buy TOMS Shoes. This is a very common question and not a hard one for us to answer! There are many places throughout the United States and Canada to buy TOMS Shoes and also the TOMS Sho > read more
Fresh Broccoli Salad Recipe
Published on 2011-06-30 13:10:46
The summer months are hot, and a time we really don’t like cooking indoors or even eating hot foods half the time, which leads us into a lot of salad recipes. Today at MommyMatter we thought everyone would enjoy a fresh broccoli salad recipe. T > read more
TOMS Stitchouts Shoes for Men & Women
Published on 2011-06-30 12:59:41
There are a variety of TOMS Shoes available to the public, some done with a simple shoes design and others very artistic. One type of TOMS Shoes now available is the TOMS Stitchouts Shoes. These shoes are a great option for those wanting wider sized > read more
Sunscreen For Your Summer
Published on 2011-06-30 11:01:52
This summer, one thing you want to keep in mind is your skin. The sun throughout the summer months can be very powerful, and also very damaging for anyone’s skin, and you will want to protect it as much as possible. There are several ways you c > read more
Summer Homeschooling
Published on 2011-06-29 19:37:45
As much as your kids will tell you they can’t wait for summer, the words “I’m bored,” inevitably cross their lips – sometimes sooner than you think! While children do enjoy the freedom that comes with the summer months, they > read more
Kitchen Whisks: How to Use Five Different Types
Published on 2011-06-29 04:22:11
There are many different types of whisks and whips available to the home consumer now. Not only are there standard balloon types, with the wires forming a roundish shape at the end of a grouping of wires, but specialty whisks to work on flat surfaces > read more
Educational Options for Autistic Children
Published on 2011-06-28 09:43:41
Today I had the opportunity to be the author on Autism United, a website that I follow thoroughly and always am the first to promote this fabulous website. They provide a lot of great information on Autism and are continuously offering more and more. > read more
Menopause
Published on 2011-06-28 08:31:30
Here at MommyMatter, we do our fair share of research and learning, and recently, menopause became something of interest. This is something just about every female will deal with in their life, and we thought we’d share our research with you! L > read more
Men’s Shaving Tips
Published on 2011-06-27 08:38:01
Even though here at MommyMatter we are all female, we do understand the fundamentals of shaving. Bad habits are bumps on the road to a smooth shave. Learn the 4-step shaving routine to banish razor burn. The perfect shave eludes many men each day. Ma > read more
The Great Canadian Blog Bash Giveaway
Published on 2011-06-24 12:11:24
With the Great Canadian Blog Bash going in full swing, I thought we really needed to have a giveaway for everyone on MommyMatter. Most people don’t realize we are Canadian over here, and we want to treat you guys with a gift from MommyMatter. A > read more
The Great Canadian Blog Bash
Published on 2011-06-24 08:09:05
If you are Canadian this is one party you don’t want to miss! It’s a week long blog hop to help celebrate Canada Day! All of the blogs that are taking part are Canadian. All of the giveaways being hosted will be open to Canada only. All o > read more
How to Create a Moon Garden
Published on 2011-06-21 20:34:07
A moon garden is just as it sounds, a garden meant to be viewed by moonlight. Moon garden’s usually future flowers that bloom exclusively at night or at dusk, flowers and plants that reflect moonlight well in shades such as silver or white, and > read more
Book Review – Water for Elephants
Published on 2011-06-20 12:45:23
This past weekend I finally finished my new favorite book, Water for Elephants by Sara Gruen. I first heard about the book because of the movie recently released into theatres featuring Robert Pattison and Reese Witherspoon, two actors I love. I of c > read more
Why Go Green
Published on 2011-06-20 07:31:14
This morning I sat, reading the blog of a girl I met through Canadian Moms, a community MommyMatter has joined and fallen in love with very quickly, and was very pleased with what I found. In my attempt to be more green over the past few years I have > read more
Happy Father’s Day
Published on 2011-06-19 13:43:11
Today is Father’s Day! This of course entailed a morning in the kitchen for me cooking for my wonderful Hubby while he pretended to sleep in bed because in our house, sleeping in requires a lot of effort, so it is easier to just lie there and p > read more
TOMS Vegan Shoes
Published on 2011-06-19 08:12:20
Becoming a vegan no longer just means changing your diet and not eating any animal by products. Now vegan’s can take things even further and wear shoes that contain no animal by-products. How you ask… with TOMS Vegan Shoes! TOMS Shoes has > read more
Tips on Menstrual Cramps
Published on 2011-06-18 11:43:38
This morning, I woke up feeling very deathly. This is a common day for me, each and every month, and since I was a teen has always been my dreaded day. Most people who are around me regularly see this day coming as I have massive mood swings, anxiety > read more
TOMS Botas Styles
Published on 2011-06-18 10:27:12
If you are on the hunt for a shoe that is different from the rest, then the TOMS Botas is the perfect selection for you. The TOMS Botas Styles are a very creative take on footwear, and something we loved instantly upon purchase! Throughout the winter > read more
TOMS Glitter Shoes
Published on 2011-06-18 09:38:46
When you want to add a little sparkle to your wardrobe, this has posed to be hard in the past. Now it is an easy thing to do with the TOMS Glitter Shoes! These shoes are the perfect wardrobe addition, and are guaranteed going to get people talking. T > read more
The Hero of My Life…
Published on 2011-06-16 20:40:59
Father’s Day is this weekend, and I of course am going to sit here, write a little (probably long) post that may or may not make my Mom well up with tears and make my Dad feel like a million bucks! Dear Don, Throughout the years I’ve disa > read more
Sportsmanship?
Published on 2011-06-16 11:41:32
There is something many Vancouver Canucks fans are lacking a lot of right now. Sportsmanship. Here I sit, watching the coverage on the Vancouver riot that occurred last night. All because Vancouver lost the Stanley Cup Championships. I am sitting her > read more
Pruning Outdoor Flowers
Published on 2011-06-16 11:16:58
Here at MommyMatter, we have A LOT of flowers. Between my Daughter’s house and my house, we have hundreds of flowers growing throughout our gardens, pots and the in between. It of course makes for a lot of work, but the beauty of the flowers ma > read more
PrintPlace Coupons & PrintPlace Coupon Codes
Published on 2011-06-16 09:28:46
Every single day millions of people are purchasing high priced printers so that they can print off professional looking documents. This poses to become a very costly option as you have to replace the ink cartridges, paper and anything else you find y > read more
Sibling Rivalry
Published on 2011-06-16 08:13:26
There is one thing not only I have experienced growing up with my older brothers, battling constantly and fighting for the attention of others, but my children seem to experience it lately as well, sibling rivalry. It isn’t an uncommon situatio > read more
Restaurant Behavior
Published on 2011-06-15 11:13:37
If you have children, at some point or another you’re going to go out to eat. For those that have already been there, you know nothing ruins a pleasant family outing like unruly, obnoxious behavior. Some parents would rather stay home than go throu > read more
TOMS Free Shipping
Published on 2011-06-15 10:43:26
Every once in awhile TOMS does a free shipping promotion for all their customers, and it is something we love to get! Shipping costs can add up fast, and when you can get free shipping on your orders, we are of course going to get on that band wagon. > read more
Fun Ways to Cool Off This Summer
Published on 2011-06-15 04:47:41
Are you looking for fun and creative ways to stay cool this summer? This summer is going to be a hot one, and here at MommyMatter, we want to stay cool without having to blast the air conditioning as much as possible. We are cheap asses and love to s > read more
Parental Temper Tantrum: What to Do After You Lose It
Published on 2011-06-14 19:23:29
Concerned about a parental temper tantrum? We all have them occasionally. Including us at MommyMatter. After all, even parents are human. The point is, what do you do after you lose it in front of your child? Sure, it’s embarrassing. You still > read more
Letting Your Toddler Cry it Out
Published on 2011-06-13 12:32:21
Over the years I have had many friends turn to me for advise on getting children to go to bed without the dreadful battle because I have always had children that go to bed at the same time everyday with minimal battle. Many have questioned how I did > read more
Kitchen Nightmare
Published on 2011-06-12 18:19:25
The past week I have decided it was time I started working on our very outdated, very retro kitchen. I underestimated the amount of work this bad boy was going to be and have spent at least 20 hours in my kitchen ripping down wall paper, washing wall > read more
More TOMS Stuff
Published on 2011-06-11 16:28:57
For all you TOMS Shoes fans, we thought it was time you got to know more then just the TOMS Shoes and TOMS Eyewear. There is many more products available from TOMS that give back to those in need. Even though TOMS is known for the TOMS Shoes, and now > read more
TOMS Youth Apparel
Published on 2011-06-11 07:53:41
When you want to put a final touch to your TOMS look, you should always take the route of TOMS clothing. TOMS Youth Apparel is a great addition to your TOMS Shoes and your TOMS Eyewear, and with the summer tees now released, you can have the perfec > read more
TOMS Men’s Apparel
Published on 2011-06-11 07:38:20
When you want to put a final touch to your TOMS look, you should always take the route of TOMS clothing. TOMS Men’s Apparel is a great addition to your TOMS Shoes and your TOMS Eyewear, and with the summer tees now released, you can have the perf > read more
TOMS Women’s Apparel
Published on 2011-06-11 07:27:10
When you want to put a final touch to your TOMS look, you should always take the route of TOMS clothing. TOMS Women’s Apparel is a great addition to your TOMS Shoes and your TOMS Eyewear, and with the summer tees now released, you can have the > read more
How to Water a Garden
Published on 2011-06-10 04:40:42
One of the most common questions MommyMatter receives from new gardeners is “How much water does my garden need?” Unfortunately, the answer of approximately one inch per week leaves many of them with the “deer-in-headlights” l > read more
The Importance of Apologizing to Children
Published on 2011-06-09 20:37:12
Parents are not perfect. We make mistakes with our children and in our lives. If you have ever raised your voice to your child, spanked out of anger or frustration, yelled at your spouse, or used a curse word in front of your little one, you may hav > read more
TOMS Classic 301 Eyewear
Published on 2011-06-08 10:26:55
With the recent release of the TOMS Next Chapter, their latest One for One mission has opened up the opportunity of others giving back others their sight. There is a variety of TOMS Sunglasses being made available to the public to help with this ca > read more
TOMS Classic 201 Eyewear
Published on 2011-06-08 10:14:46
With the recent release of the TOMS Next Chapter, their latest One for One mission has opened up the opportunity of others giving back others their sight. There is a variety of TOMS Sunglasses being made available to the public to help with this ca > read more
TOMS Classic 101 Eyewear
Published on 2011-06-08 09:57:59
With the recent release of the TOMS Next Chapter, their latest One for One mission has opened up the opportunity of others giving back others their sight. There is a variety of TOMS Sunglasses being made available to the public to help with this caus > read more
TOMS Eyewear
Published on 2011-06-07 12:59:17
The TOMS Next Chapter happens to be something many people in the world are in need for, and something we are very happy to help support and make a difference. TOMS is no longer just a shoe company, or just an eyewear company, they are truly a One for > read more
TOMS Next Chapter
Published on 2011-06-07 12:43:46
TOMS Next Chapter has been something millions have sat waiting to hear about, wanting to know what is in store for the oh so loved shoe company. Here we sit, waiting, and waiting and waiting wanting to know! Today on June 7th, 2011 is the day of new > read more
Cinnamon Raisin Bread Recipe for Bread Machines
Published on 2011-06-06 10:36:45
Today I’ve had this annoying craving for Cinnamon Raisin Bread, but not the store bought kind. I have always been a huge fan of Cinnamon Raisin Bread, but too cheap to actually buy it, so here I am! I got myself a delicious Cinnamon Raisin Brea > read more
Discipline Too Much?
Published on 2011-06-06 08:42:51
You may be noticing a trend in a lot of our parenting tips lately. This is because as we are learning how to handle new situations, we want to help you as well. WeeMan has been having a lot of unpleasant events lately, whether it is hitting, kicking, > read more
TOMS Now Accepts PayPal
Published on 2011-06-05 21:19:42
In addition to Visa, Mastercard, Discover, etc. TOMS also accepts PayPal for payments. Your information is stored securely with PayPal at the highest level commercially available. How does PayPal work? It’s simple, really. When you shop online, > read more
TOMS Wraps Boots
Published on 2011-06-05 13:32:34
When you want to get something a little more fancy then your casual simple shoes, why not go above and beyond and get the fabulous TOMS Wraps Boots. That’s right, Wraps Boots! There are many different kinds of shoes available from TOMS, and the > read more
TOMS Shoes for Youth
Published on 2011-06-05 09:34:25
Children go through many of pairs of shoes throughout their childhood, making it hard to decide on what pair of shoes to buy your kids. The youth in our lives also have a huge variety of options available to choose from, making the decision even hard > read more
At Home Iced Cappuccino
Published on 2011-06-05 09:09:17
At over 400 billion cups consumed per year, coffee is the most popular drink in the world. Sadly, it shouldn’t be like this. In large amounts, coffee… - Reduces fertility. More than one cup a day makes women half as likely to conceive. - Is linke > read more
FTD Coupons
Published on 2011-06-04 11:58:47
FTD.COM is an Internet and telephone marketer of flowers and specialty gifts. Founded by FTD, the world’s oldest floral services organization. Utilizing independent FTD florists who adhere to the highest quality and service standards, FTD.COM p > read more
Does Grounding Work?
Published on 2011-06-03 11:41:06
How do you keep a 1-year-old from heading toward the DVD player? What should you do when your preschooler throws a fit? How can you get a teenager to respect your authority? Whatever the age of your child, it’s important to be consistent when i > read more
Axl’s Closet Coupons
Published on 2011-06-03 09:13:21
Use our above Axl’s Closet coupons to save instantly on all your Axl’s Closet orders today! We will be continously updating our coupons to bring you the latest Axl’s Closet coupon codes that are made available all through 2011. Lear > read more
How to Save Energy and Lower Your Summer Air Conditioning Bill
Published on 2011-06-03 04:41:27
During the summer, electricity bills shoot up as everyone turns on the air conditioning units. Air conditioning usually accounts for almost half your summer power bill, and it makes sense to use it as little as possible. Here at MommyMatter, we are > read more
Gravity Defyer Coupons
Published on 2011-06-02 23:37:21
Gravity Defyer is the fastest growing shoe company in America because of the proven Versoshock™ Trampoline Technology system. It’s revolutionary in the pain free/comfort shoe category. Listening to these customer testimonials allows you to > read more
How to Get Rid of Ants Naturally
Published on 2011-06-02 04:31:56
While ants offer great benefits to the ecosystem, many people consider them pests. This is especially true when they lurk in your home, your garden, and the yard where the kids and pets play. Chemicals are bad for the earth as well as your family. My > read more
Summer Entertaining
Published on 2011-06-01 13:27:57
Summer is fast approaching! Here in Canada the May 24 weekend is the kick-off to lots of outdoor parties and barbequing with friends and family. Us here at MommyMatter want to help with those BBQs and outdoor fun. And with a few tricks we can a > read more
Children That Bite?
Published on 2011-05-31 12:27:01
Recently there has been a lot of issues going on over at my Grandson’s school with hands on and now biting. This has of course spiked my interest in the situation and how we can handle it properly at home and at school. He has never been a bite > read more
Please Mum Coupons
Published on 2011-05-30 06:22:14
There are hundreds of stores out there trying to provide the best of the best with children clothes. One shop that MommyMatter has grown to love over the years is Please Mum. They are a Canadian based clothing company that provides quality clothes at > read more
Angry Children
Published on 2011-05-26 14:56:06
I think we have touched on a few times about behavioral issues and growing pains. My four year old grandson has had one heck of a week, and Grama gets the teacher talking to, each and every day. Today was no exception! What a week I keep asking mysel > read more
Skype Not Working
Published on 2011-05-26 09:24:18
VOICE OVER IP (VoIP) and chat service Skype has crashed throughout the world and continues to crash on login, leading many to suspect that its recent acquisition by Microsoft is a definite disaster. The service began to crash around 12:15pm UK time, > read more
Plant Flowers By Season
Published on 2011-05-25 13:45:44
A garden that blooms from early spring through summer into fall is a thing of beauty—and a solid accomplishment for any gardener. Perennials, the gardener’s favorite because of their long lives, bloom only for certain weeks of the summer, > read more
Summer Safety
Published on 2011-05-25 10:24:28
With summer quickly approaching, it was time we put together some very important summer safety tips. Let’s all avoid the emergency rooms this summer and keep our families safe. Summer is one of the best times of year and keeping ourselves safe > read more
DIY Home Improvements: What Not to Do
Published on 2011-05-24 14:20:56
The Pitfalls of DIY Home Improvement Can Be Found in These Five Projects You’ve got your paint buckets, your brand new brushes, your nail gun and your power drill. All that’s left is a plan—and you aren’t sure exactly where to > read more
Easy Shopping with Preschoolers in Tow
Published on 2011-05-24 04:30:55
Whether you are going for groceries or shopping for other necessities, you want to get the job done without stress. Preschoolers are at that age where they get bored and just don’t want to be sitting in a cart perusing the aisles with you. They > read more
Spring Cleaning Tips
Published on 2011-05-23 07:05:20
At spring cleaning time, don’t forget your medicine cabinet! A damp and dark place is a happy home for mould. Dust build-up can also trigger allergies. Spring is also a great time to get rid of any expired medications and cosmetics or unused pr > read more
Prison Food vs. School Lunches
Published on 2011-05-20 04:04:17
School lunch is a lot like prison food, only worse. Both offer a calorie count of around 1400, and both cost little more than $2.60 per person per day. The big difference, according to their research, sourced from national statistics, is that prison > read more
Biennials For Your Garden
Published on 2011-05-19 23:45:20
Biennials are distinguished from annuals in that they take two years to complete their life cycle, rather than just one. In the first year, these plants produce a small rosette of foliage only. In their second year, they bloom, set seed and die. If p > read more
5 Money Lessons for Kids
Published on 2011-05-19 04:53:53
Get your kids ready to make smart decisions about money and form good habits about spending and saving from a young age! 1. What are goods and services? We acquire the things we need (and when possible, the things we want) through the exchange of goo > read more
Annuals Or Perennials
Published on 2011-05-18 23:08:34
Summer annuals are the mainstay of hot weather gardening. Unlike perennials, these hard-working plants have just one season in which to produce the seeds that will continue their species. They spend all their time and energy on the flowers that will > read more
TOMS Artist Shoes
Published on 2011-05-18 16:34:20
We’ve all seen those overly creative, very interesting looking shoes and wondered… where did those people get those shoes? TOMS Shoes has taken the time to create many simple shoes into creative masterpieces. The TOMS Artist Shoes are a g > read more
TOMS Shoes Summer Collection
Published on 2011-05-18 09:54:14
TOMS Shoes summer collection is finally here! Now we can all slip on our favorite pair of TOMS Shoes and enjoy the summer time with our TOMS. This summer there is going to be a huge variety of TOMS Shoes for summer available. Whether you are looking > read more
Guide to Positive Discipline for Children
Published on 2011-05-18 04:47:57
Positive discipline consists of more than disciplining your child in a calm manner. Positive discipline for children should consist of steps that lead to the child’s well-being and development, teach a lesson about the issue at hand, and not be > read more
Planting Tips For Spring
Published on 2011-05-18 00:03:45
Spring means that the garden centers are packed with people, and car trunks are packed with plants. Everybody has dirt on their knees, dirt under their nails, and are excited about gardening. To make certain that this excitement yields positive resul > read more
Socialization Techniques for Toddlers
Published on 2011-05-17 04:40:56
It is important for kids to learn socialization at an early age. The way they begin socialization will affect the way that toddlers interact with people for the rest of their lives. When there is little or no socialization, toddlers may become shy an > read more
Small Garden Ideas
Published on 2011-05-16 23:59:44
You’ve decided to plant a garden on that little patch of space in your small backyard. Making the decision to plant a small garden involves evaluating the space as well as creating an enjoyable landscape that you’ll enjoy for years. Garde > read more
MommyMatter Meets MamaDweeb’s
Published on 2011-05-16 19:28:51
Today MommyMatter had the opportunity to be featured on the wonderful site, Mama Dweeb. This is a website we not only follow but love reading every single day and are quite excited to have made it onto their website. You can check out our post right > read more
How to Choose Flowers for Your Garden
Published on 2011-05-15 21:35:20
Gardening involves a lot of trial and error for most people. Gardeners often plant a flower in one place and then move it every year until they find the best spot for it. Many people frequently find that some flowers don’t live up to their expe > read more
TOMS Shoes Giving Charity
Published on 2011-05-15 20:31:55
Have you ever wondered how the TOMS Shoes giving charity actually works? It is something we are always telling people about and always so amazed with that we thought it was time we explain their charity program a little better for you. TOMS Shoes Cha > read more
TOMS Shoes for Women
Published on 2011-05-15 19:33:51
Every women deserves a pair of comfortable shoes that are stylish. Women always have an abundance of options, but a lot sacrifice comfort for look. This doesn’t have to happen anymore! We have found shoes for women that are comfortable, stylish > read more
TOMS Shoes for Men
Published on 2011-05-15 18:31:58
The men in our lives deserve the opportunity to have amazingly comfortable simple shoes. Men always seem to have a hard time finding shoes that are perfect for not only everyday wear, but also classy, sophisticated shoes. There is one shoe company > read more
May 23rd – Victoria Day
Published on 2011-05-14 21:33:22
Victoria Day (in French: Fête de la Reine) is a federal Canadian statutory holiday celebrated on the last Monday on or before May 24, in honour of both Queen Victoria’s birthday and the current reigning Canadian sovereign’s official birt > read more
Spring Fertilizing
Published on 2011-05-11 10:17:28
Spring lawn fertilizer is crucial for a lush lawn year-round. If it isn’t done right, you could find yourself having a lot of grass issues all year long. Stop hurting your lawn and use our spring fertilizing tips now! Healthy Lawns – Spring L > read more
Pool Opening Tips
Published on 2011-05-11 04:05:56
Spring is finally here! All around the country people are getting their swimming pools in shape for the warm months. MommyMatter is happy to bring you a step-by-step guide to opening your swimming pool. Don’t forget to print a copy of this arti > read more
Getting Over Homesickness
Published on 2011-05-10 20:48:12
As you all know, the Hubby, BabyGirl and I have been down in US for almost 2 weeks now. We decided we’d bring BabyGirl down for a little while and do some sight seeing. We’ve spent the majority of our time in North Carolina, but we’ > read more
Father’s Day Gift Ideas
Published on 2011-05-10 11:05:58
June 19th, 2011 is Father’s Day. Yes we did just celebrate Mother’s Day but it is now time to change gears and spoil our Fathers. Father’s Day is a celebration of fathers inaugurated in the early twentieth century to compliment > read more
How to Go Green with Eco-Friendly Outdoor Lighting
Published on 2011-05-10 04:39:43
Eco-friendly outdoor lighting is an idea that just makes good sense. When you are placing lighting in the great outdoors, doesn’t it make sense that this lighting should be kind to the environment? It is easier than ever to go with green outdoo > read more
TOMS Wedges for Women
Published on 2011-05-09 10:55:32
With Summer now arriving, it is time to find the perfect simple shoes that will look great with everything you wear. Us women always seem to have a difficult time finding summer shoes, but this year we want to make the search real easy for you. This > read more
Home Remedies for Sunburns
Published on 2011-05-09 10:17:33
This past weekend, my beautiful, overly sensitive skin has encountered the dreadful situation of a sunburn. Yes, I know. A sunburn! Not me. Okay, I get a sun burn every year, at least twice. I always forget how painful they can be, and regret it afte > read more
Happy Mother’s Day!
Published on 2011-05-08 20:25:54
Okay, okay. I know. We are delayed. It has been a very busy weekend for many of us, which has left me to writing this post right at the last minute. This Mother’s Day has been a very exciting, overly exhausting Mother’s Day. Between drivi > read more
Should You Send Your Child to Daycare?
Published on 2011-05-06 04:40:36
For all those parents confronted with the dilemma of whether or not to send their child to daycare, you are guaranteed going to do a lot of pros and cons behind this situation. Being a stay at home Mom myself and also a full time work from home Mom, > read more
How to Transfer Aerogarden Plants to an Outdoor Garden
Published on 2011-05-05 11:10:27
I’ve always loved outdoor gardening, so I was surprised to see how quickly I fell in love with the ease and convenience of an indoor Aerogarden. One of the great benefits of an Aerogrow garden is that it allows you to start healthy seedlings in > read more
Mother’s Day Crock Pot Dinner
Published on 2011-05-05 07:45:14
Today I sat trying to think of some delicious recipes for Mother’s Day that someone *hint hint* could make me this weekend. Now don’t get me wrong, I enjoy cooking, but I am never one to say no to someone else doing is for me. With Mother > read more
Tips for Picky Eaters
Published on 2011-05-05 07:04:32
Today on one of many searches for tips for the many issues we encounter with children we were quickly amazed with some amazing tips we found on tips for picky eaters. This is something guaranteed every parent deals with, and something every parent wa > read more
Mom Stop And Smell The Roses
Published on 2011-05-05 01:27:05
How can you stop to smell the roses when you feel like you don’t have a second to breathe? Are you a professional waiter? I don’t mean the kind that works at a restaurant serving people food. I mean the type of person who waits for someth > read more
Flowers For Mom
Published on 2011-05-04 18:48:42
Here I have been giving lots of advice of what to do for your Mother on Mother’s Day and don’t I get a beautiful surprise today from my daughter who is currently over 900 miles away in the warm sunshine. A gorgeous bouquet of fresh cut fl > read more
Mother’s Day Pampering
Published on 2011-05-04 18:38:48
Mother’s Day is approaching and whether it’s your first or your fifteenth, surely you’re looking forward to this once-a-year opportunity to put all the focus on YOU. Now we know the pressure to live it up is on, but not every mom ha > read more
TOMS For Moms Canvas Classic Printed Shoes Review
Published on 2011-05-03 19:33:10
Today, our latest TOMS Shoe purchase arrived! Let’s just say, I was beyond excited, to the point we drove all the way from Ontario, Canada to North Carolina, USA just to get their latest limited edition TOMS Shoe, TOMS for Moms! I was unable to > read more
Cheesecake Blondies
Published on 2011-05-03 01:35:04
Here at MommyMatter we are getting very excited for Mother’s Day this upcoming weekend, which has of thinking of many great recipes that would be a delicious treat for everyone. We’ve already gave you guys our Flourless Chocolate Cake Rec > read more
TOMS Shoes for Dads
Published on 2011-05-02 15:54:49
Just like the TOMS for Moms and TOMS for Prom features from TOMS Shoes, TOMS for Dads are going to cater to the father’s in our lives! Our Dads deserve a pair of comfortable, simple shoes that will go with just about every attire they can dream of > read more
Mother’s Day Flowers
Published on 2011-05-02 15:40:48
Your wonderful children will undoubtedly send you a bouquet of beautiful fresh cut flowers for Mother’s day. You now know that you are loved and honored. The question is how do you keep your delightful tokens of love looking fresh longer so tha > read more
Getting Kids to Read
Published on 2011-05-02 07:19:52
I have always loved books. I love the way books feel in my hands as I’m reading, how light reflects off their slick covers. I love the smell of old books in quaint shops and the smell of new books in modern bookstores. I love libraries and even > read more
Toddler Travel
Published on 2011-04-29 12:20:41
Car travel can be a flexible way to get your family from point A to point B. Though you won’t score points for eco-awareness, road trips offer families added flexibility to make stops and visit areas that are poorly served by public transit and > read more
Mother’s Day Flourless Chocolate Cake
Published on 2011-04-27 07:09:59
Mother’s Day is coming up quick on us, which means it is time to start thinking of some delicious meal ideas that your Mother (or yourself) will love. This year I’ve decided it is time for a little chocolate treat and making something our > read more
Seven Helpful Gardening Tips for May
Published on 2011-04-27 04:29:22
Spring is trying to make its way in the high country and now is the time to get outdoors and swing into action with some high altitude gardening tips for May. The following gardening tips can be used at all altitudes, however, at high altitude the S > read more
Rain Barrels – Helping Out Mother Nature
Published on 2011-04-26 20:54:14
Now this is another option for your Spring and Summer garden watering needs. Instead of turning on that garden hose why not use up what Mother Nature has already given us with her helpful sprinkles. I am not a hose watering type of gal, I don’t > read more
Playground Safety Tips for Children
Published on 2011-04-26 12:48:06
For Easter this year, the Hubby and I purchased the wee people their very own backyard playground! We thought it was a great way to get them outside and active, and also keep them out of our hair for a few minutes. Of course this has spiked a lot of > read more
Conversations With My Kids – Mom Went Crazy Feature
Published on 2011-04-25 16:36:49
Ever wondered if you can see MommyMatter outside of MommyMatter? Guess what?! YOU CAN!! Today we had the joyous opportunity of being featured on this weeks, Conversations with my Kids over at Mom Went Crazy. Want to check it out? Okay! Check it out > read more
A Parent’s Guide to Bicycle Safety Awareness
Published on 2011-04-25 04:21:10
This Easter weekend, both my children received their very first bicycles for Easter from their grand parents, which has quickly led us into bicycle safety awareness mode. It is something every child should learn and something every parent should teac > read more
Vegetable Water Garden Watering
Published on 2011-04-24 21:09:40
Okay, so this one isn’t so much of a kitchen tip as a garden tip, but if you have a flower garden, flower patch, vegetable garden, raised beds, container garden, or even just a patch of grass that doesn’t look as green as the rest of the yard, de > read more
How to Cook a Half Shank Smoked Ham for Easter
Published on 2011-04-22 14:17:36
With it officially being Easter Weekend, we are in full swing of delicious meals and recipes that must be put together for our multiple Easter dinners. This year, we are doing two Easter dinners, one tonight and one Sunday night. This has of course t > read more
TOMS Shoes Fans
Published on 2011-04-20 16:54:32
Over the past few years, we’ve watched a company grow from a dream and become a success not only in the consumer market, but also with the millions of fans world wide. Recently, on April 5th 2011 millions of people throughout the world particip > read more
More Spring Grass Tips
Published on 2011-04-20 04:59:37
For those who prefer weed-free lawns, spring grass care is as much about weed prevention as it is about fostering healthy lawn growth. Novices to spring grass care are often surprised to learn that not all lawn weeds are battled in the same manner. D > read more
Online Shopping in Canada
Published on 2011-04-19 13:20:02
Recently, MommyMatter has discovered that a lot of our followers are also fellow Canadians bombarded with the inability to shop online and get the coupon discounts like our American neighbours are receiving. This has of course spiked some interest in > read more
Spring Grass Tips
Published on 2011-04-19 11:40:05
When it comes to your grass, it is the first thing people see when they walk into your yard, the first thing people see when walking past your house and the first impression many people get. If you have beautiful, healthy green grass, the impression > read more
Spring Flower Snow Tips
Published on 2011-04-18 11:49:54
We’re suffering the coldest winter we’ve had for 20 years or more – and the recent blanket of snow will have left what looks like havoc in the garden. Don’t panic. A protective layer of snow is far kinder to the garden than a hars > read more
Mommy Bootcamp Update #1
Published on 2011-04-18 11:13:51
For all of you who don’t technically know my children, you are probably going to right away think, WOW this Mom is a bitch. I am right away going to say, you probably don’t have your own kids, have your head stuck way up your arse, or hon > read more
Rolled Sugar Easter Cookies and Butter Icing Recipe
Published on 2011-04-17 11:05:53
With Easter now only a weekend away, I am beginning my Easter trial baking. Yes, I do trial runs. I have to ensure that the recipes are good, and figure out the perfect way to decorate them before I allow anyone outside of my home to experience them. > read more
7 Ways to Decorate Your Garden for Easter
Published on 2011-04-15 10:30:12
Though Easter is the herald of spring, nature doesn’t always seem to know it. Trees are bare, flowers are sparse and it’s still cold outside. So for these bleak winter gardens here’s my favorite ways to decorate a garden for Easter > read more
Help Raise Autism Awareness
Published on 2011-04-14 20:07:36
There is one thing in this world that has always been very misunderstood. This happens to be Autism. As a Mom, it was something I was very concerned about affecting my family. I have always researched Autism, how it affects children, families and eve > read more
J E L L O
Published on 2011-04-14 19:49:11
Who doesn’t love Jello? Sorry I just am not a fan, reminds me of hard juice. Well I do love Jello shooters, but I don’t think that counts. I came across this recipe today and thought now this I have got to try. I love Creamsicles! Where d > read more
Gas Boycott of 2011
Published on 2011-04-13 14:37:59
This is probably something you’ve all heard about, if not it is something you need to hear about. This year on April 15th, 2011 millions of people throughout the world are teaming together to put an end to these ridiculous gas prices many are e > read more
Green Living: Uses for Egg Cartons
Published on 2011-04-13 11:36:04
Egg cartons aren’t just trash anymore. Because of their shape and the fact that they are made to protect the delicate nature of an egg, these functional containers lend themselves to many innovative uses. Many egg cartons are made of recycled d > read more
Love and Sequins
Published on 2011-04-11 16:05:46
Sometimes a silly idea catches fire and you get something so much bigger than you planned. When I was given a tacky sequined zebra-striped purse as a joke gift from my mom, I thought it would be funny to send it on tour to my blogging friends. But th > read more
TOMS for Prom
Published on 2011-04-11 06:45:36
With prom coming quickly around the corner, every parent is being bombarded with the wants and needs of their teens. Are you on the hunt for that perfect shoe, but want to know you’ll be comfortable throughout your entire prom? Then we have the > read more
How to Paper-Mache an Easter Egg
Published on 2011-04-11 04:26:01
With spring and Easter approaching, there’s no better time to start crafting! Paper-mache is a fun and easy method to creating your own holiday decorations, and Easter is no exception. Here at MommyMatter we are going to take Easter above and b > read more
Easy and Eco-Friendly Lawn Maintenance Tips
Published on 2011-04-10 09:31:10
Most people want to have beautiful lush green grass both in their front and back yards. The problem is that it takes a lot of time and a lot of effort. There are many things that can go wrong if the proper care is not given to it. Below, you will fin > read more
Transforming Regular Terra-Cotta Pots into Decorative Flower Pots
Published on 2011-04-08 04:43:42
Decorative terra-cotta flower pots add charm to the home and garden. With a few simple instructions you can decorate flower pots for yourself and maybe a few of your friends. The possibilities are endless with what you can do with terra-cotta flower > read more
Mommy Bootcamp
Published on 2011-04-05 21:35:34
Here at MommyMatter, we deal with a lot of well, demonic beings. They may be under 4 feet tall and incapable of wiping their own arses on a good day, but they are in desperate need of some Mommy Bootcamp. How’d this idea come about? Lets just s > read more
Backyard Gardening: A Beginner’s Guide
Published on 2011-04-05 12:03:15
A big mistake for first-time gardeners is starting too large. The allure of growing bountiful crops and beautiful blooms causes beginners to make lofty garden plans that end up being too much to maintain. The best advice is to start small and add to > read more
TOMS Shoes for Mother’s Day
Published on 2011-04-04 15:11:26
With Mother’s Day quickly approaching us we are all scrabbling around to find them that perfect gift. Yes, we know, Moms usually have just about everything they need or want, making Mother’s Day even harder. Are you stuck this year? Let M > read more