In today’s guest post, Wendy shares 6 tips for building a healthy family, from how we eat to how we play together. We all want a healthy family. Yet having a healthy family does not just mean in good health, fit, and strong. Yes, that is part of it, but having a healthy family means […]
Plan to Visit the 4th Annual Healthy Family Expo! #HFE2017
It’s fun to be newcomers in a city, with everything to explore and discover. It’s even more fun to have lived there for a couple years, so you know where to find the fun. That’s how I feel this year about the 4th Annual Healthy Family Expo. Last year, I was excited because it was […]
Healthy Family Expo 2016 is Bigger and Better!
Although we’ve been in Vancouver for a year now, it feels like we’re still just finding out about some of the great places and spaces here. I can’t believe we missed the Healthy Family Expo last year so I’m stoked to attend this year. I’ve had the privilege of meeting some of the sponsors and […]
Why I Love Boiron’s Homeopathic Remedies
When I was packing for homeschooling camp at the beginning of August, I debated what to include in my first aid kit. I knew the camp would probably have bandaids and the usual first-aid stuff if we really needed them; I was more concerned about the homeopathic remedies that I usually use for things like […]
Workouts for Mom (Janelle’s Story)
Just before Christmas, my husband and I started exercising together with encouragement from an old friend of his, Janelle Yasinski. She hosted a Facebook group to keep us accountable and told us about some great new BeachBody products. If you’re also looking to get in shape or lose weight this year, I thought Janelle’s story […]
Lose Weight Naturally with Garden of Life
“Hmmm, this could work,” my husband said, taking a big swig of the creamy white drink. “Wanna know first impressions? Cookie dough.” He drained the rest of the RAW Fit smoothie and headed off to work. He’s hoping to lose weight naturally with the help of this Vegan protein powder. It’s said that breakfast is […]
How Old Is Your Heart? (Find out with the Heart Age Calculator!)
Do you know your heart age? Not your age (although I do have to think about that some days) but your heart’s age. Your habits can affect how old your heart is—and it might just be older than you are! During February, which is Heart month, Shopper’s Drug Mart is helping Canadians calculate their heart […]
Three Inspiring Weight Loss Blogs
Following a weight loss program is never easy, especially during holidays when feasting and treats are plentiful. Though you know that the end goal is well worth the effort, it is difficult to keep up unless you can see the results. Most weight loss programs take their time to show the effects, including Nutrisystem. If […]
A Weight Loss Success Story thanks to Weight Watcher’s
Weight is a topic that often comes up in my mom’s group and on the mom blogs I read. Many of us are struggling with a few (or more) extra pounds since we’ve had kids. One of the things that helps keep me motivated to work at my goals is hearing weight loss success stories […]
Hiking with Children
Last week, on a sunny afternoon, my husband suggested we take the girls up Mount Douglas. We’ve often driven to the top of the mountain, as it offers a beautiful view of the surrounding area and a great way to show off our beautiful city for out-of-town guests. We’ve often talked about hiking up it, […]
