Staying Motivated with Three Inspiring Gifts

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Mama Bear’s Haven received these inspiring gifts for staying motivated from Quatro Publishing for review purposes on this blog. All opinions expressed are my own as always. Some days we could all use a bit of motivation to drive us to our goals. Have you ever heard a quote that inspired you or makes you wonder? What about words of wisdom from others? Do you keep a notebook or calendar for staying motivated? In a world that judges you, be the inspiration, not the judge. Now that school has started, why not make … Continue reading →

Exhibition Place Home of the CNE – 2018 Highlights

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Each year thousands of families head down to the Exhibition Place home of the CNE to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Canadian National Exhibition. Visiting each year is part of our Family Traditions. Exhibition Place Home of the CNE – 2018 Highlights This year we headed down to the CNE on the last weekend of  The Ex. It started off a rainy day, but shortly after we entered the gates, the rain let up. We purchased our daughter a wristband so she could go on the rides all day. … Continue reading →

What Bullying Is Not – Know the Difference

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My daughter has come home frustrated or upset with some situation that happened to her at school. Not every situation can be defined as bullying. We talk about those so that she knows what bullying is not. I want her to know that we can’t always say we are being bullied. School has just begun for another year and we need to have discussions with our kids on Bullying and what Bullying is not. We need to stop it before it even begins. What Bullying is not? Bullying can take … Continue reading →

13 Non Spooky Halloween Movies – Kid Friendly Shows

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Halloween Movies

Halloween is coming soon and it is time to get your fright on and watch some suitable Halloween movies for kids. While not every kid likes a jump up scary movie, some do. My daughter not so much. I searched for movies I thought would be more her kind of movie. For 13 days leading up to Halloween, we will watch a movie each night during or after dinner. Our daughter will pick one from the list below, it will be her choice. Now I just have to come up with some spooky … Continue reading →

MacGyver The Escape Room Game In a Box

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Macgyver The Escape Room Game

I received a copy of MacGyver The Escape Room Game from GoliathGames/Pressman Toys for review purposes on this blog. No other compensation has been received or implied for this post. All opinions are my own as always. If you were ever a fan of the original MacGyver or you like Escape Room games, then this will be the right game for you. While I have never played an Escape Room game before, I couldn’t wait to check it out with my husband and daughter (8). MacGyver The Escape Room Game MacGyver The Escape … Continue reading →

2018 Fall TV Season – When To Watch New and Returning Shows

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During the summer is when I like to binge watch shows that I haven’t viewed yet from the previous new season or to refresh the show just before a new season begins. As summer ends, we prepare for back to school and our regular scheduled Fall TV season. Here is a list of some new and returning shows and when to watch. 2018 Fall TV Season – When to Watch Returning Shows August Jack Ryan (Prime) Aug. 31 at 12 am Ozark (Netflix) Aug. 31 at 12 am September Shameless (Showcase) … Continue reading →

Sweet and Savoury Cornmeal Waffles

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Cornmeal Waffles

Back to School is only a week away. We want our kids to go to school with full bellies to make the best of their day. Mornings around here can be a struggle. mostly for getting my daughter to eat something before school. No one at my house really likes to eat first thing.  On a positive note, she will try a tiny piece of something before she says no. She loves waffles, so I decided to try and create cornmeal waffles and hope the texture works for her. It didn’t but … Continue reading →

Quick and Easy Apple Compote

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Quick and Easy Apple Compote

There are many weekends when our breakfast is either pancakes or waffles. Something quick and easy that everyone enjoys. When I have either of these items, I like to have more than just syrup on them. I had a bag of apples so I decided that a quick and easy apple compote that would be perfect to add on top. Quick and Easy Apple Compote I washed a couple of apples and pulled out my apple cutter. My husband peeled and diced the apples once I cut the apples up. … Continue reading →

Mermaid Birthday Theme on a Budget under $100

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Mermaid Birthday Theme

Birthday parties don’t have to cost a fortune. You can throw a great party on a $100 or less budget. With only 3 weeks until my daughter’s 8th birthday, she decided she wanted a party. We haven’t had a party for her in about 3 years. During the summer many families are busy or away on vacation so no one ever showed up or even RSVP’d. We needed to plan a last minute party and it had to be budget friendly since it wasn’t a planned event. Below see how we … Continue reading →

Raising Girls Who Love Themselves – Be Self Confident

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Self-confidence and self-esteem are often difficult for girls. Not just in terms of body image, but just having a girl learn to love everything about herself, including her intelligence, her creativity, and the special skills she has. Here are some ways of raising girls who love themselves. Raising Girls Who Love Themselves Show That You Accept Yourself How You Are One thing all girls have in common is that they look up to their mothers. If you want your daughter to love herself, you need to show that you love yourself … Continue reading →