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How to Make Healthy Homemade Fruit Snacks from Scratch
Fruit snacks are one of my kids favourite treats, and being able to make my own from scratch with fresh fruit and veggies makes me feel like Supermom! These homemade fruit snacks are naturally sweetened with honey, coloured with nutritious vegetables and a lot of fun to make. Feel good about reducing your single-serve packaging…
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Chocolate Zucchini Brownies with Applesauce
Chocolate brownies are a favorite of mine and I’m always trying to find ways to sneak some veggies into the kids. These chocolate zucchini brownies are moist and incorporate fruit and vegetables, along with plenty of delicious chocolate. I added some dried cherries too… you can pretty much chuck anything in the mix before baking!…
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Delayed Speech in Toddlers: Qualifying for Early Intervention
We’ve spent the past month or so being assessed for the government funded ‘Early Intervention Program’ for speech and language therapy. Delayed speech in toddlers can be incredibly frustrating for all and is common in twins. Some say twins develop their own language, and this eliminates the desire to communicate with others. Whatever it is……
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DIY Custom Closet: IKEA Kallax Hack
Custom fitted closets are beautiful, but not always in the budget. This time around, DIY closet it is… I’m putting my mom muscles into action and taking on this project to create an attractive, practical and affordable solution. This IKEA Kallax hack has turned out great… and was very kind on the wallet! **This post…
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How to Create the Ultimate Playroom
If your little ones are lucky enough to have a playroom (or a designated space for toys and activities) there are three key factors you will want to take into account: toy storage, activity spaces, and last but by no means least… the fun factor. After all, if your kids don’t love being in their…
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Identical Twins: Why Does the Fertilized Egg Split?
Identical twins form when a single zygote (fertilized egg) splits into two, creating a natural clone. There is no sure answer as to why monozygotic twinning occurs, but there are a number of scientific theories. What causes identical twins? Why does the fertilized egg split? Like all wonderful outstanding questions, there are plenty of scientists…
