You can probably tell that I do many road trips with my kids, from going to Canada’s Maritimes to driving down to Mid-western United States. Every road trip is different, especially as the kids get older the type of things to bring with you, and stops you make along the way change too. Right now…
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A Guide for Stay-At-Home Parents Who Want to Go Back to School
By Leslie Campos, Contributor (Image courtesy of Pexels) For stay-at-home parents, the thought of going back to school can be both exciting and overwhelming. However, with a few tips and tricks, you can make the transition from stay-at-home parent to student a lot easier. To help, Candid Life Journeys has compiled some of our favorite…
Kids Fear of Dogs
I love my kids, and I love all their associated quirks. One specific quirk though has been a little concerning, emphasis on the little – because in the bigger scheme of things it’s not really a big issue. It’s their fear of dogs, specifically my son. Although I don’t really mind it, I don’t want…
A Wintery Montréal With Kids
We often visit Le belle ville to see my in laws, my uncle, and to feel like a true change of scenery from our home. Typically, the kids are excited, but because most of our visits are mainly with family and friends – they can be antsy and start to act out within a couple…
Talking Hygiene with your Preteen
As my oldest enters his teenage years and begins to go through new physical changes, much of his innocence and his behaviour begins to transition to something much more complicated. Although I like to think that he is still relatively approachable and has a good head on his shoulders, I do caveat to myself that…
What You Need to Know About Surviving the Fourth Trimester
By Leslie Campos, Contributor (Image courtesy of Pexels) When a new mother thinks about the changes that come with pregnancy, it’s easy to focus on the first three trimesters and forget all about the fourth. The fourth trimester is often overlooked, yet it can be one of the most difficult times for a new mom….
Small Business Success for Parents with Disabilities
Leslie Campos, Guest Contributor Are you a parent with a disability and determined to start your own business? If so, you’re not alone. This article shows you how to create a small business plan and use it to grow your company. You’ll also learn about other resources to help you succeed, including funding opportunities, marketing…
Sugar Reduction for Kids
Most of my arguments with the kids are related to sugar, whether buying it for them (or not), them begging for desserts and sweet snacks, and the sense of entitlement they have assuming that every meal needs to be capped off with something sweet. I have to admit I am not exactly the best role…
7 Household Organization Tips to Save Parents Time, Money and Sanity
Leslie Campos, Guest Contributor Cover Image: Pexels Anyone with kids knows how quickly life can move from calm to chaotic. Staying organized is essential for a smooth household. Yet, many organization “tips” are complicated and hard to maintain. Here are seven simplified ideas for organizing your household without wasting time, spending tons of money or…
Establishing a family “People Charter”
I’ve always found it challenging to deal with children when it comes to over criticism versus explaining some of the nuances of dealing with people. Where do we draw the line between setting some basic social structure for the little guys versus allowing them to be free in expressing themselves? Obviously there is no right…
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