To kick off the new year…I just had to share the news on my upcoming book. Becoming a published author is a dream come true and I am super excited to share this experience with you. So get ready…because Boredom Busters by Caroline Fernandez is coming to a book store near you! 50+ activities to…
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10 Emergency Items
Ice storms. Polar Vortex. Snow Days. -40C weather. This seems to be the winter of extreme weather. Having just gone through the Toronto ice storm (we lost power – including heat – for 32 hours…lucky compared to those who were without power for days!)…I am sharing the 10 Emergency Items we found essential for survival…
Béchamel Sauce Recipe
This is a recipe my French mother-in-law taught me. Béchamel sauce is a great all-purpose cream sauce (and honestly, not that hard to make once you get the hang of it). Here is How To Make Béchamel Sauce… PARENT CLUB TIP: The secret to Béchamel sauce is to warm the milk. If you put in cold milk (and…
Spanish Tortilla Recipe
This Spanish Tortilla Recipe is my go-to when I have no groceries and no inspiration for dinner. It’s basically a potato onion omelet. It serves as a family main meal and is also a great side dish for brunch. And below you’ll read my little tip to make this spanish tortilla even easier… PARENT CLUB…
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6 Boredom Busters For Kids
Looking for a few craft, activity, and food ideas for kids over the winter holidays? Here are the top Parent Club reader favourites for boredom busters. From toddler to tween to the whole family…there is something for everyone in this list of 6 Boredom Busters For Kids… 6 Boredom Busters For Kids For crafters: Toilet…
Nella Bella London Bag
Functional and fashionable the Nella Bella London Bag is the ultimate in multi-tasking bags. This trendy 2-in-1 can switch from full size handbag to evening clutch. If you want to treat yourself to something in the new year…this is it! You might remember my review of Nella Bella: A Great Canadian Bag. Between us, friends, these…
Holiday Baking Recipes
Over the holidays, baking is a big part of my life. It’s a great kid activity and it also comes in handy when you are entertaining (for those invited…and also the unexpected guests). I thought it might be helpful to share some of my favourite (and easy!) holiday baking recipes… Holiday Baking Recipes PARENT CLUB…
Nokia Lumia 1020
I am a huge fan of the Nokia Lumia family. Truly, the Nokia Lumia 920 changed my life (I’ll tell you about that below). Being such a 920 devotee, I was reluctant to try anything new…yet the pro camera of the Nokia Lumia 1020 captivated me…ever fall in love with a phone? 😉 Nokia Lumia…
smarTrike Is A Smart Bike!
Have you seen a smarTrike? This is a fab grows-with-your-baby tricycle. From stroller for baby then to a safe push tricycle and then to a tricycle for solo rides. The smarTrike is a smart bike! smarTrike Features Seat Belt Full Metal Construction Safety Bar Washable Seat Cover Tipping Bucket Fashion Printed Bag (for diapers, wallet,…
Fisher-Price Hot Holiday Toys
Holiday shopping? I am officially done but please don’t hold that against me 😉 If you have a special baby in your life to buy for…I shamelessly recommend these Fisher-Price Hot Holiday Toys… Fisher-Price Lil’ Snoopy Tippin Treats Game Fisher-Price I-Jig Interactive Electronic Puzzle System Fisher-Price Chatter Phone Talking Game Fisher-Price See ‘n Say Talking…
So That Time I Met Katniss…and Pink
Did the title get you? I hope so. Because this is no ordinary post dear readers. This is about unapologetic beauty. Strong women. Talented people. One fiction/one real. Both very inspirational to me this past week. So that time I met Katniss…and Pink -> It started when I took my big kids to watch The…