My babies have all been particular about how I help them fall asleep. Swings and rocking chairs have never worked; nope, my babies prefer to be bounced (in a swaying, back and forth up and down round and round type way). That’s why I love the Graco Everyway Soother, because it’s got moves like mama. […]
Go for a Family Brunch at the Blenheim Pub in Kitsilano! {review}
Dining out with kids can be difficult. Family restaurants often lack the menu selection or vibes that we look for when eating out, but pubs and other nice restaurants aren’t kid-friendly. So I was very excited to hear about the Blenheim, a family-friendly pub in Kitsilano. This German-style eating house has a kids’ play area […]
8 Clever Ways to Make Healthy but Delicious Swaps
Maintaining a healthy diet isn’t always the easiest thing in the world to do. However, it doesn’t have to be difficult or unattainable. Believe it or not, incorporating healthy foods into our daily diets can be surprisingly simple and taste scrumptiously good. I’ve put together some of my favourite ways to make healthy but delicious […]
The Britax Emblem™ Convertible Car Seat keeps Pearl safe on the road
As parents, we continually worry about our children’s safety. Social media and news reports deluge us with all the bad things that could happen to our kids. Whether we’re out for a walk or a drive, I’m monitoring my children to make sure they’re as safe as I can keep them. In my minivan, that […]
Family Camping at Cultus Lake, British Columbia
Mother’s Day weekend found us kicking off the camping season at Cultus Lake, near Chiliwack, BC. This popular recreation destination is located just an hour and a half east of Vancouver and offers hiking, boating, beach and picnic areas, camping, and more. Our home for two nights was Delta Grove Campground, located halfway down Cultus […]
10 Amazing FREE Learning Programs for the Summer!
As the school year wraps up, many of homeschooling moms are already looking forward to next year. I’ve been thinking about what has worked for us in the past year and what curriculum, extracurricular activities, and program to choose for the girls next year. Summer is often a great time to try out new programs, […]
5 Tips for Maintaining a Healthy Weight with Nutribar
Over the past decade, my weight has fluctuated up and down. I could blame it on pregnancy and babies, but the reality is that I gain just baby weight during my pregnancies and lose it soon after birth. Between babies, I overeat due to stress, busyness, and bad habits, and that’s where the unhealthy weight […]
St. Erasmus of Formia, Patron Saint of Women in Labour
At first glance, St. Erasmus of Formia is an unlikely patron saint of women in labour. He was an Italian bishop and an early Christian martyr. He may not have gone through childbirth himself, but he suffered a similar pain, which makes him able to empathize and intercede for women in labour. St. Erasmus’ Story […]
From the Bottom Up Foundation seeks to help low-income families in Vancouver with diapers
When we think about getting ready for a new baby, most of us think about big things like car seats and strollers, or cute things like booties and blankets. Yet one of the biggest expenses that comes with a new baby is diapers. And keeping a baby in diapers can be a big struggle for […]
