Corinne McDermott

Toronto

Senior Manager, Digital at SiriusXM Canada

Mom | Founder, Have Baby Will Travel | Multi-Platform Content & Digital Strategy | Black Lives Matter | Love Is Love 😘 (she/her)

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Easy Mother's Day Gift Ideas Actual Moms Actually Want - Savvy Mom

1 month ago | savvymom.ca | Corinne McDermott |Heather Dixon |Caitlin McCormack |Kayla Young |Jan Scott |Lindsay Kneteman

These easy Mother's Day gift ideas are ones no mom would be disappointed to receive again and again. Isn’t that how traditions are started, anyway?
I Am a Good Mom. And I Didn’t Always Get It Right

Mar 31, 2025 | savvymom.ca | Corinne McDermott |Savvy Mom

I am a good mom. I am confident in saying that. And I have made a lot of mistakes. Now as the mother of two teens I can reflect enough to see that I didn’t always get it right. Here’s what I want my kids to know…Questions & QuestioningThere are moments from my kids’ early years that I carry with me. And not because they were loud or dramatic. Because they were quiet. They were subtle. These memories might be easy to overlook unless you were the one holding them.
Stock Up Now on Essential Back-to-School Clothes from Carter’s | OshKosh

Mar 31, 2025 | savvymom.ca | Corinne McDermott |Savvy Mom

We know, we know, there’s practically a whole month left of summer. We don’t want it to end either. So make the most of these precious days by stocking up now on essential back-to-school clothes. Carter’s | OshKosh is the destination for every kid’s school clothes needs — from babies in daycare and all the way up to big kids — and their back-to-school sales are happening now.
I Am an Old Appliance on Its Last Legs

Mar 1, 2025 | savvymom.ca | Corinne McDermott |Savvy Mom.ca

It used to worry me. But now I often rewatch the same shows with my youngest. Ted Lasso? Three times. And now with Derry Girls I think we’re on our fifth viewing. Season 2, Episode 5 is absolutely cracker with loads of memorable, hilarious moments. And a tiny subplot is the TV’s wonkiness. Set in the ’90s in Northern Ireland, their television is older with a dial instead of a remote. It needs a good whack to get it going every now and again.
10 Things to Do on Thanksgiving Monday in Toronto

Sep 28, 2024 | savvymom.ca | Corinne McDermott |Savvy Mom

If you hold your family feast on Sunday, Thanksgiving Monday in Toronto is a wonderful day to enjoy the (hopefully) glorious fall weather and spend some quality family time together. In Toronto, there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate the holiday with family-friendly fun. From outdoor adventures to cozy indoor activities, here are some ideas to make your Thanksgiving Monday in Toronto a day to remember.
How Putting Myself First Is Putting Myself *Last*

Sep 28, 2024 | savvymom.ca | Corinne McDermott |Savvy Mom

Yes, I know I “deserve the purse.” Maybe I just didn’t want it. Maybe that mother decided she didn’t need it, not because she can’t afford it, but because she already has too many purses and her closet is out of control. Maybe putting myself first is putting myself last. The judgement is coming from inside the house. The “She Deserved the Purse” trend has now been hijacked and commodified, turning what was meant to be a meaningful act into something shallow and commercial.
5 Easy Father's Day Gifts to Make Dad Feel Special

Sep 1, 2024 | savvymom.ca | Corinne McDermott |Savvy Mom.ca

Dads always say that Father’s Day is not a big deal. And, despite the plethora of Father’s Day gifts that may or may not include ties and socks, dads usually claim they neither want nor need anything. Be that as it may, the important men in our lives deserve to feel as special and valued as much as moms do. I learned to tell my kids what I actually wanted for Mother’s Day after being disappointed one too many times.
The Savviest Back to School Guide Ever!

Jun 22, 2024 | savvymom.ca | Corinne McDermott |Savvy Mom.ca

Our Back to School Guide is your savvy secret weapon to mastering this most(ly) wonderful time of the year. Backpacks and lunches and tears, oh my!Back to School GearStarting Kindergarten is a big deal. If your first-born is starting school this year, you may be feeling a little bit overwhelmed (naturally – this is a big step!) and you may be a touch unsure about what they really need.
The Savvy Guide to Valentine's Day

Mar 31, 2024 | savvymom.ca | Corinne McDermott |Savvy Mom.ca

By mid-February we’re usually pretty fried and not feeling particularly lovey dovey. So, any easy Valentine’s Day ideas are welcomed by those who don’t entirely want to lose that spark. Whether you’re looking for sweet and simple Valentine’s Day gift ideas or a recipe for heart cookies that are somewhat healthy-ish, our Savvy Guide to Valentine’s Day will help you from becoming whatever a Grinch for February 14 might be called.
Is It Neurodiversity or Bad Parenting?

Jan 29, 2024 | savvymom.ca | Corinne McDermott |Savvy Mom.ca

As parents, we often find ourselves navigating through uncertainties and questions about our children’s behaviour, especially when they are no longer toddlers but not quite tweens. It’s a crucial developmental stage where distinct personalities, unique abilities, and sometimes challenging behaviors become more pronounced. And a big fear is often not knowing if their behaviour is due to our parenting or the possibility of neurodiversity. So is it “bad parenting” or neurodiversity?