THE RECIPES

7 Homemade Frozen Treats to Beat the Heat

It’s currently scorching hot in the Greater Toronto Area, so we’ve got one thing on our minds: staying cool. But even if your corner of the country isn’t sweltering just yet, you’ll want to bookmark this roundup for the weeks ahead. From brownie ice cream sandwiches for the kiddos to G&T popsicles for the grown-ups, we’ve got you covered.

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Chocolate-Strawberry Ice Cream Sandwiches
Berry-Watermelon Ice Pops
Frozen Lime Cheesecake Pie
Frozen Cheesecake Pops
Roasted Strawberry Ice Cream
Strawberries and Cream Ice Pops
Gin and Tonic Ice Pops with Lime and Mint

THE POLL

Are You Really Trying to Do It All?

“Doing it all” is a myth. We hate to say it, but it’s true. It’s impossible to tick every box, all at once. And honestly, it’s a disservice when anyone—brand, influencer, whoever—suggests otherwise. So, inspired by the post we’ve shared here, we’ve been tossing around a question and we want to hear from you: Are you really trying to do it all? Or have you come to the conclusion that it’s just about doing your best? (Yes, even when that means cereal for dinner and yesterday’s clothes worn again.) We’d love it if you weighed in below.

ICYMI: Our publisher, Jane, wrote about the fallacy of work-life balance and why we desperately need a rethink. Click here to read more.

TODAY’S POLL

Results From Our Last Poll

Are you in favour of a free-range summer?

⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ No. I need my kids to be in structured childcare. (7.0%)
🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Yes. I think it’s a great way to learn independence. (21.05%)
🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 Sometimes, depending on the circumstances. (47.36%)
🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ I will be when my kids are old enough. (24.56%)

THE GRANDPARENTS

Choosing Which Grandparenting Style Is Best for You

We all know there are countless parenting styles—with new ones popping up all the time. But did you know there are different grandparenting styles, too? If you’re curious about where you fit, you’re in the right place. We’ve unpacked some of the most common approaches to help you figure out your grandparenting vibe.

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The Adventurous Grandparent
The Involved Grandparent
The Compassionate Grandparent
The Remote Grandparent
The Wise Grandparent

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THE QUESTION BOX

I Feel Awful After I Yell At My Kids—How Can I Repair The Damage?

We all lose our cool sometimes—but what matters most is how we reconnect with our kids afterward. For our fifth instalment of The Heart of the Matter, our relationship coaches Matt and Carina provides a step-by-step guide for how to make things better after yelling at your brood. Click the button below for tips on how to validate, apologize and reconnect.

Oh, and guess what? The insights Matt and Carina share work for adult relationships, too.