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7 Perfect Breakfast Recipes for Summer Days—INSIDE!
Plus, tell us about the outdating parenting advice you’ve received.
THE RECIPES
7 Perfect Breakfast Recipes for Summer Days
We often think of summer as a slow season, but in reality, it can actually be just as busy as the school year. Summer camp drop-off, in-office days, hectic tournament weekends and more all mean that we still need quick and easy breakfast solutions. That’s why we’ve rounded up some of our favourite brekkie ideas to feed your brood (and you, too!). We’ve also thrown in a couple of weekend or vacation breakfasts just for fun—is there anything better than a cinnamon bun and a cup of coffee on the deck or dock? We think not.
Tap each name for the full recipe
THE POLL
What Terrible Advice Were You Given After Having a Baby?
We’re currently working on our annual guide for new parents, which got us talking about the hilarious and outdated advice we were given after our kids were born. From rubbing whiskey on a teething baby’s gums to lectures on why car seats aren’t really necessary, we all had stories to share. We’d love to hear your stories about old wives’ tales or passé advice you were given, so we can debunk those myths and take the guesswork out for a whole new generation of parents-to-be.
TODAY’S POLL
What terrible parenting advice did you receive once your baby was born? |
Results From Our Last Poll
How do you recharge post-kids?
🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 I sneak quiet time after bedtime (33.8%)
🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️ I get up early for a bit of peace before the day starts (15.5%)
🟨🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️ I turn errands into me-time (solo grocery trips = freedom!) (23.9%)
🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ I rely on scheduled breaks, like babysitting swaps (7.0%)
🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️ I basically don’t recharge (16.9%)
THE GRANDPARENTS
Not All Children’s Books Are Appropriate Anymore—Here’s Why
In the second installment of Grandparenting Unfiltered, resident grandparenting columnist Kathy Buckworth examines the issue of once-beloved children’s books that now raise concerns over problematic or insensitive content. Many classics—such as certain Dr. Seuss titles and nearly all of Grimm’s fairy tales—contain depictions and themes no longer considered appropriate. The good news? There are plenty of wonderful, inclusive and supportive books to explore instead—so many, you won’t miss the ones you’ve removed from the shelf. Click through to read about Kathy’s experience and discover five of her favourite books to share with her grandchildren.
THE QUESTION BOX
How Do I Stop Comparing Myself to Other Parents?
This month in Heart of the Matter, relationship columnists Matt and Carina tackle a question every parent with a social feed has asked: How do I stop comparing myself to parents who seem to be doing it all better? It can feel impossible—until you flip the narrative in your head. Read on for Carina’s personal early parenting story, which shows that one polished photo or “perfect” dinner out isn’t the whole story, along with insights on understanding jealousy and turning that pang of comparison into a catalyst for growth and curiosity. The article offers a refreshing reminder: Jealousy isn’t failure—it’s a call to create more of the moments you truly want.