Consumption 2023, September

5 tips for Christmas shopping
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5 tips for Christmas shopping

Every year, we repeat our mistakes of last minute purchases and budget exploded by these last minute purchases? Here are 5 savvy tips for your holiday shopping

Natural or artificial Christmas tree?
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Natural or artificial Christmas tree?

It is not easy to answer this question. In order to make an informed decision, certain factors must be compared

Clean, clean, clean! Even in public places
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Clean, clean, clean! Even in public places

Even though the risk of infection in public restrooms is minimal (about 5%), many mums feel the need to take certain precautions when using them. More protection isn't bad either… without making it an obsession

Valentine's Day Gifts
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Valentine's Day Gifts

Do you love Valentine's Day like I do? Here are 14 finds, to tinker with, to watch or to suggest for a perfect February 14

Father's Day Gift Ideas
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Father's Day Gift Ideas

We have found beautiful, chic and practical gifts to celebrate Father's Day. And, no, there is no tie in our suggestions

Pink October for breast cancer
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Pink October for breast cancer

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Once again this year, it is possible to show our support and encourage research by betting on pink

Non-alcoholic drinks for the future mother
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Non-alcoholic drinks for the future mother

Because mom also wants to celebrate St-Jean, we present to you our favorite products among the non-alcoholic drinks sold on the market

Adorable Chewable Vitamin C Test Bench - the results
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Adorable Chewable Vitamin C Test Bench - the results

Mamanpourlavie.com asked 15 mothers of children aged 2 to 12 to test vitamin C chewable tablets from WAMPOLE®'s Adorable® range. Here are their comments

5 apps to make life easier for new parents
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5 apps to make life easier for new parents

With the arrival of a baby, all our habits are turned upside down, our schedule is falling apart and fatigue is building up. No wonder we sometimes feel like we are losing our bearings. Here are 5 apps to keep you on track

Practical items from the first days with baby
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Practical items from the first days with baby

Are you going to give birth soon and you want to be sure you're ready for the baby's arrival at home? Here is a list of practical items in your routine with baby

Trailers and bicycle seats
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Trailers and bicycle seats

A ride with son on a bicycle? The bicycle trailer is an increasingly popular choice, but there are so many choices and above all so many prices! We help you with your shopping

Top 5 gifts for your child's teacher
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Top 5 gifts for your child's teacher

Just a few more weeks and the school year will be over. You may be wondering: "But what could I offer my child's teacher? We asked the main interested parties the question. Here's what they told us

6 fun and educational apps for 3-6 year olds
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6 fun and educational apps for 3-6 year olds

Holiday time has finally arrived! It's the season for swimming, picnics and family trips. To make long car (or plane) journeys easier, here are 6 apps to keep your little ones from 3 to 6 years old busy

10 affordable gift ideas for teachers
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10 affordable gift ideas for teachers

After a great year with your children, teachers and educators deserve a little something. Here are some ideas to emphasize that you appreciate their work even if your budget is tight

Choosing the perfect toy
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Choosing the perfect toy

Stores are full of toys of all kinds, good and bad. How to find it? Here are some suggestions to help you choose the right toy

War Games & Toy Guns
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War Games & Toy Guns

Should we fear war games and toy guns? Of course, you don't want to encourage violence in your children, but are these children's games necessarily harmful?

Adapt toys to the age of the child
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Adapt toys to the age of the child

Baby grows: he changes clothes of course, but also interests as his abilities develop. It is therefore good to adapt your choice of toys according to his age

Choosing toys for children 0-4 years old
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Choosing toys for children 0-4 years old

Toys. We love them but sometimes we have the impression that we have too many! In addition, young children often seem to quickly lose interest in toys that have been purchased for them. How to make the right choices?

Children's party: what to give to the guests?
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Children's party: what to give to the guests?

When you want to spoil your little guests, when you don't want your little gift to end up in the trash and when you want to be a little original… what can we give? Here are a host of great ideas

Toy Guide 2011
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Toy Guide 2011

The 2011 Annual Toys Guide from Option consommateurs and Protégez-Vous offers more than 300 games and toys, including 209 new ones. A good vintage it seems

10 sleds to enjoy the winter
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10 sleds to enjoy the winter

Sliding with the kids can be quite different depending on the sled you choose. Whether you are cautious or reckless, here are some models for everyone

Tips to save at the grocery store
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Tips to save at the grocery store

Grocery is one of the biggest expenses for families. It is also an expense that can be controlled, week after week, by adopting good habits

Tips to become a couponing pro
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Tips to become a couponing pro

Do you dream of mastering the art of couponing? Look no further, we've got tips from the pros so you can save a ton of money while shopping

100% Quebec: 16 great stores for children
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100% Quebec: 16 great stores for children

To celebrate the National Day, Mamanpourlavie.com has unearthed some nice little addresses for you that offer quality products to families and future families. Follow the leader

How to make household cleaning products
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How to make household cleaning products

Fantastic way to clean your home while being as environmentally friendly as possible! Here are 10 recipes that will help you keep your house clean while saving money

Today's Little Family Planner
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Today's Little Family Planner

It is an indispensable tool that helps to organize the lives of children and parents well, so as to avoid frustrations and oversights

8 tips to become an eco-friendly family
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8 tips to become an eco-friendly family

It will soon be time to make good resolutions for the coming year. Be sure to put green values on your list if you haven't already

Cute items for children's rooms
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Cute items for children's rooms

Decorating a kids room and making it more fun can be a cakewalk when you know where to look. Here are some ideas to inspire you

Toy Storage Ideas
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Toy Storage Ideas

They are all over the house, you spend your time tripping over them. We are of course talking about toys! Here are several ideas to help you put some order in there

Breastfeeding items on outings
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Breastfeeding items on outings

Breastfeeding is entirely possible wherever you are, without fear of hurting the feelings of the people around you! Here is a list of practical accessories to help you breastfeed discreetly in public

To put an end to holiday shopping
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To put an end to holiday shopping

Hate to do your holiday shopping on December 21, when the malls are packed with parents just as stressed as you are as Christmas approaches? Start now

Back to school essentials
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Back to school essentials

Since you have to get some things for back to school, it's better to buy good quality supplies, produced here, environmentally friendly or funny

I don't give presents on Christmas
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I don't give presents on Christmas

For a variety of reasons, more and more people are deciding to put the brakes on the overconsumption trend that is so common around Christmas. They choose not to give gifts…or to give differently. Is this your case?

Feed children's imaginations
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Feed children's imaginations

Children's imaginations are unparalleled. Thanks to it, they can experience millions of adventures, transform themselves into great knights or simply imagine better days

Colle à moi, a back-to-school essential
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Colle à moi, a back-to-school essential

September is fast approaching and already, in the middle of summer, we have to plan everything necessary for a successful back-to-school. Whether for daycare or for school, everything that belongs to our children must be identified

5 ways to help the planet as a family
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5 ways to help the planet as a family

With children, it is difficult to have time to take care of the planet. In order to transmit a good ecological conscience to the little ones, here are five actions to integrate into daily life for a greener family

Do you know Funtello placemats?
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Do you know Funtello placemats?

They are the discovery of the summer at Mère Hélène. Having been out of stock due to their great popularity last December, they are back on our shelves with seven different patterns

Boiron test bench – Camilia for teething
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Boiron test bench – Camilia for teething

Mamanpourlavie.com has just recruited 10 mothers of babies aged 1 to 30 months to participate in a test bench on the homeopathic medicine Camilia which relieves the symptoms of teething from Laboratoires Boiron. Results will be posted in approximately two weeks

Tips from a Garage Sale Shopaholic
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Tips from a Garage Sale Shopaholic

Some associate the coming of spring with biking, gardening or BBQing. For me, the good weather means garage sale season has begun! Over time, and especially since I have children, I have become addicted to it

Say goodbye to little fingers in your glasses
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Say goodbye to little fingers in your glasses

If you wear glasses, you know the attraction that children have with them, as well as the little fingerprints they leave every time on the glasses