It's so easy to overspend at Costco because the deals are so great. We look at one family's bill to ensure they are saving 60 to 90% on the necessities.

This family spent $573 at Costco—but did they get the best deals?

Money

Want to teach your child about mindfulness? Looking for a great vacation getaway for families? Trying to understand the latest YouTube craze for kids? We’ve got you covered. 

Family

Let us help navigate daily life with your growing family, with everything from kids’ craft and activity ideas to advice on discipline and birthday party inspiration.

Family life

The PC Optimum program starts on February 1. Here's how to shop smart and game the algorithm under the new points program.

7 genius ways to maximize your PC Optimum Points

Family finance

It’s easy to find something both practical and also really cute for under $10! Here’s a roundup of our fave items available in Ikea stores right now.

50 best Ikea finds under $10

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Home decor

Ikea just put out a new ad that uses technology from pregnancy tests to give moms-to-be a special discount on a new crib. All you have to do is pee on it.

ATTN ALL PREGNANT WOMEN: Ikea wants you to pee on this ad

Ikea

Blogs

Awesome Baby Products Under $10 2023

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Pregnancy shopping

Everything you need to know about your baby, including information on breastfeeding, teething, colic, baby development, food, sleep, and more..

Baby

Let's face it: Shopping does not bring out the best in any of us, especially kids. Here's how to quash a case of the gimmes.

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How to prevent toddlers from locking doors

Discipline

Everything you need to know about kids and toddlers, including behaviour and development, sleep, potty training, preschool, and how to handle picky eaters.

Kids

The gift cards are a goodwill gesture after admitting the company participated in a bread price-fixing arrangement. Here's how you can redeem yours.

How to get your $25 gift card from Loblaws after the company overcharged for bread

Food

Loblaw will merge the two programs starting Feb. 1, 2018 under the name PC Optimum. Here's everything you need to know about it.

What does the Shoppers Drug Mart Optimum-PC Plus merger mean for all my loyalty points?

Budget

Whether your child is still in diapers or entering their teenage years, here’s a step-by-step guide to helping them afford that degree in nuclear physics

How to start saving for your kid's university right now (yes, right now)

4 ways to get the most out of your kids' RESP savings

4 awesome Canadian blogs about saving money

Is your kid approaching university or college age? Here are four key things you should do before withdrawing from your RESP savings.

The debate: Should you invest in an RRSP or RESP?

10 simple ways to teach your school-age kid about money

Million-dollar babies: The cost of raising a child

3 tips for surviving the first three months with baby

Parenting

Having trouble deciding between cloth diapers and disposables? Before you choose which approach is best for your baby, here are the basics.

Cloth diapers 101

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Diapers

Life with a new baby can mean a steep learning curve. From advice on diaper changing and bath time to sleep habits and feeding schedules, we’ve got your covered.

Newborn care

Planning a family vacation to Orlando? You can totally visit this sunny city and the Happiest Place on Earth without breaking the bank.

8 ways to save money on your next family trip to Orlando

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How to do Disney (without losing your mind!)

8 easy ways to quickly save for a family vacation

15 ways to save money on just about everything

Family travel

Author Beth Kobliner shares her best tips for teaching kids about money from her latest book, Make Your Kid a Money Genius (Even If You’re Not).

Teaching kids about money: 6 tips to try

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How to teach your kids money-saving skills

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6 ways to save money at the grocery store 

Easy activities to teach your kids money smarts

6 discipline fallbacks and how to fix them

From handling first crushes and anxiety to when you should start music lessons and talk about Santa, learn all about how to support your school-aged kids. 

School-age

Your baby will go through 310 diapers in the first month alone. So you're definitely going to need these tips on how to save money on diapers.

7 easy ways to save on money on diapers

There are some bargains parents shouldn't pass up. From toilet paper to baby formula, we've founded up the best deals at Costco for you.

Money-saving tips

This family spent $573 at Costco—but did they get the best deals?

7 genius ways to maximize your PC Optimum Points

50 best Ikea finds under $10

ATTN ALL PREGNANT WOMEN: Ikea wants you to pee on this ad

12 Awesome Baby Products Under $10

3 ways to avoid a grocery store meltdown

How to get your $25 gift card from Loblaws after the company overcharged for bread

What does the Shoppers Drug Mart Optimum-PC Plus merger mean for all my loyalty points?

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4 ways to get the most out of your kids' RESP savings

4 financial decisions new parents face

Cloth diapers 101

8 ways to save money on your trip to Orlando

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7 easy ways to save money on diapers

5 best deals at Costco for families