I am in research mode for what to do with kids during March Break. My search keywords thus far are: Toronto, staycation, budget-friendly and kids. The February blahs are upon us all. We need FUN. We need FANTASTIC. We need FAMILY TIME. We need March Break at Blue Mountain. Even just a weekend… Blue Mountain…
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OVERjoyed: Million Moments of Joy
When I tell people my kids are ten years apart, I often get the question “Was that an accident?”. Not at all. We ignored the sibling age gap and decided there was room for one more child in the family. And it turned out to be him… (he and me together) Yes, I had to…
Shameless Recommendation: PosterJack.ca
Confession: my media file folder has hundreds upon hundreds of photos that haven’t made it to prints *slaps hand – shakes head*. Yes, I keep most of my family memories on my hard drive. Once in a while, I’ll have a STELLAR photo and know it can’t be hidden (read: forgotten) in the photo folder. Why? Because…
Boo Bamboo: Your Body With Thank You
I have to trust the products I put on my baby’s skin. I specifically look for items free of parabens, phthalates, and sulphates. I don’t often change his baby wash because I am a brand loyalist when it comes to his products. If I trust it – I keep using it. So I was a bit skeptical to…
Thomas & Friends and Their New Family
I didn’t know about Thomas (hello – Mom of two girls!) until I had my son. And to be honest, I am still learning about Thomas, Percy, Gordon and all the train friends. So when I heard Thomas & Friends have joined the Mattel brand family I took it as everyday news…however my son was…
Need Spring? Look in Children’s Wear
I know. I know. Snow, slush and chill still looming everywhere right?! Need Spring? Look no further than the children’s wear department at your local store for peaceful pink, organic green and beautiful blues. Let’s call it “Fashion Therapy” to get rid of those winter blahs… Tell me those colours don’t make you happier! The opportunity to mix n’…
Quick and Easy Recipes
This Family Day weekend (pretty much like every weekend) I want to spend more time with my family and less time cooking for my family. Don’t get me wrong – I do enjoy cooking (and I love baking ever more!) – but with my busy family schedule – quick and easy recipes are my go-to so that I…
DIY Valentine Bookmarks – Free Printable
Valentine Bookmarks – easy, free and did I mention easy?! This DIY kid activity prints right from your hone computer and is your easy-button-activity for class Valentine ideas. These Valentine’s Day Bookmarks are practical, nut-free, and great for a boy or girl (teacher present too!). Download a pdf of this FREE Parent Club printable here: Happy Valentine bookmarks Your…
Disney Parks Tips And Memories
Among my family vacation destinations to recommend I have to put Disneyland in California in the top five. It’s family friendly, fun and truly magical. We always told ourselves, “Disney…one day” and finally decided we had to make it happen. Here I share some of my Disney Parks tips and memories from that trip. Yes,…
DIY Valentine Mail Box For Kids
My crafty kid came up with this idea: “Let’s Make A Valentine Mailbox” (this Activity Mummy in me gushed with pride). We re-purposed a clean container that was flagged for the recycling bin and crafted it into this super easy kid DIY mail box. In under 10 minutes you can make this while you’re prepping…
Robert Munsch Interview
Robert Munsch: Canadian children’s author, Dad, assistant professor, Member of Order of Canada, creator of “The Paper Bag Princess”, “I Will Love You Forever”, “I Have To Go Pee”. Yes, THAT Robert Munsch. I had the great opportunity to sit down with him at the Ontario Science Centre recently and discuss one-on-one writing tips for kids…
Quick Alternatives to Fast Food
Facing the weekday frenzy and looking ahead to another week filled with dance, gymnastics, hockey, swimming lessons, music, skating and no time for healthy meals? Tempted to hit the drive thru and tell yourself next week you will be on top of dinner or this weekend you’ll fill every meal with vegetables to balance it…