We asked some kiddos what they lost during the school year. Watch the video to find out what they had to say. Nine-year-old Owen helps us investigate.
Comments: 1Q&A with the Experts
June 28th, 2010
Written by: Caitlin Madden
Attitude
June 27th, 2010
Written by: Nanny Carrie
My 6-year-old has started giving me attitude. The back talk and eye rolling is driving me nuts. I thought I wouldn’t have to deal with this until the teen years! What can I do to discourage it?
You spend months waiting for that precious first word…and even with the first few sassy comments from your toddler you’re still marvelling at her ingenuity. But fast forward five years and suddenly she’s getting all too comfortable with the cheeky talk! Now it’s time to re-establish ground rules for respect.
Model: You may not think the kids are paying attention to the boring adult conversation going on around them, but their little ears are always open. When the kiddies are in the room (or eavesdropping at the top of the stairs!) make a conscious effort to speak to, and about, other adults with courtesy. More importantly, be respectful when talking to your child. Aside from helping to strengthen your relationship, it also teaches them that the rules apply to everybody.
Teach them to know their audience: Little boys are going to giggle about toilet talk, and teens are probably going to drop the odd curse word, but be firm in establishing that the way we talk to our peers is not the same way we talk to our ‘elders.’ It sounds a bit stuffy and formal, but even as adults we all have certain friends/family members for whom we bring out our best behaviour.
Nanny Carrie’s Tip: Charity begins at home right? Maybe not. If you’ve been busting yourself to try and set the right example and discourage sassy talk to what seems like no avail, don’t despair. Find out how things are going when they’re away from you. If they are able to pull out nice manners when they go to a friend’s for dinner, with grandparents, at school, then you’re probably on the right track.
Comments OffHow Many Clothes Does A Kid Need?
June 25th, 2010
Written by: Tanna Clark
I quickly learned after my first child was born that much of the cutesy stuff hanging in the closet would hardly get touched. It seemed like between changes and messes and drooling my son lived in onesies until it was time to go outside. Most of the clothes were never worn because he grew out of them so fast. Now 9 years later I am happy that his school has a simple dress code. It helps take the guess work out of what we need. I simply buy what we need for a little over a week, because we rarely go over one week for doing laundry. After having three children clothes can get a little pricey so this guideline has helped us keep clothing under control. Of course we throw in a couple of extra fun outfits and the grandparents and aunts tend to send extras as well but by keeping the clothing we buy to a minimum we really cut out the clutter.
What about you? Do you keep tabs on how much clothing the kids have or do you go all out?
Comments: 3Introducing a New Look for Mabel’s Labels
June 23rd, 2010
Written by: Caitlin Madden
To our loyal customers:
Over the years, our girl Mabel has had a few makeovers and we are delighted to unveil a new fresh look for Mabel’s Labels. Why did we change Mabel? We wanted to improve the customer experience on our website while keeping our fun vibe alongside new colours and an updated logo.
We hope that our new iconography is familiar and friendly, but also professional and strong. Mabel is now seven-years-old, and thanks to our customers we have been able to grow with her to emerge as the market leader in the children’s label industry.
Mabel’s Labels is in many ways the same company it was when we first started: homegrown, open to customer feedback, innovative and customer-focused. On that note, we truly hope you love new Mabel as much as we do!
From Julie Cole, Cynthia Esp, Julie Ellis and Tricia Mumby
Co-founders and Vice-Presidents of Mabel’s Labels
Mabel is Able to Help Your Garden Grow!
June 21st, 2010
Written by: Caitlin Madden
Spring into summer with Mabel’s Labels and a pocketful of seeds and sunshine! From June 21st – July 5, 2010 any Canadian order that includes the word SEEDS in the questions/comments box on our checkout page will receive a package of wildflower seeds.
Order soon while supplies last. Don’t forget, regular shipping mail in Canada is always free!
The fine print:
Offer only available on Canadian orders, while supplies last.
One seed pack per order.
“SEEDS” must be included in the Questions/Comments Box under shipping options on the checkout page of Mabel’s Labels.
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