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The 30+ Most Popular Gifts for Father’s Day 2023

May 30, 2023

Father’s Day is the day that I give myself permission to do what I want. I know, I know I should value my time and put myself first, but that just doesn’t happen. But on Father’s Day, it’s for me. I don’t even want much. A couple of hugs, a cup of coffee, a shopping spree at Canadian Tire and Marks, and all the books I could ever read. Ok, I’m getting ahead of myself. Oooh, and an ice cream. However, for those wanting to treat the Dad (coach, teacher, ...

Brand Love, Dad-ing

Mother’s Day Gifts That Are Better Than Breakfast In Bed

May 1, 2023

While the thought of having a relaxing breakfast in bed is lovely, you just know that the kitchen is a disaster and someone’s gonna have to clean it. Framed photographs, enlarged prints, or custom gifts from PosterJack The thought of so many amazing photos sitting, unviewed in a folder ...

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Kids’ Summer Camps in and around Vancouver – 2023 List

April 25, 2023

Summer camps are a fantastic way for kids to have fun, make new friends, and learn new skills during their break from school. If you’re in Vancouver, Canada, you’re in luck, as there are plenty of exciting summer camps available for kids of all ages and interests. From outdoor ...

Dad-ing, opinion

News: Every year, more Canadian men put themselves at risk for cancer

April 11, 2023

Can a bad diet increase my risk for cancer? As I rapidly advance toward my 40th birthday, my Google searches have become a bit more focused on improving my quality (and length) of life. I’ve almost entirely given up alcohol (a type-1 carcinogen – who knew?) and switched out my usual ...

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Top 5 Tips for Dads to Bond with Their Kids

April 7, 2023

As a dad, bonding with your kids is an essential part of being a parent. It creates a strong emotional connection and builds trust between you and your child. However, with the busy demands of work and other responsibilities, it can be challenging to find time to bond with your kids. ...

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50 Easy Things You Can Do That Will Actually Make a Difference This Earth Month

April 6, 2023

I love the thought behind Earth Month, Earth Day, Earth Hour, etc., etc. It gets people to think about our daily actions and how the planet is in actual, real trouble. The problem is that these trendy hashtags and momentary pushes to recycle are they’re largely performative. There are so ...

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15 things every dad needs to pack before a family vacation

March 17, 2023

Firstly, is the hair straightener off? Are you sure? But did you see it or are you just guessing? (Produce a recent photo of the carefully packed hair straightener and unused plug socket) Let’s go! While it’s usually not left to the dads to do the packing, we are awesome at solving ...

Dad-ing, opinion

The Top 10 Google Searches by New Parents – and their answers

March 16, 2023

New parents have been reported to Googling questions about their new child, more than 2,000 in the first year. I know I did! There’s still no guidebook that covers every noise, gurgle, movement, or unusual diaper explosion. But here are some of the top searches and some useful answers. ...

How to Change a Tire – and quick guide to tire health

March 10, 2023

[sponsored] If you’re a driver, learning to drive, or are a passenger, you need to know how to change a tire. Luckily KalTire has a 7-step guide to use the tools that are included with your car. For the full guide, head to KalTire.com. If you’re driving and the car is drifting off ...

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