This week I’m featuring past Parent Club Profiles…they are just too good to keep in the archives (some comments are from original post) We’ve read her books (my daughter was shocked at the title: “Shut Up and Eat: Tales of Chicken, Children & Chardonnay” – thank you for that Kathy) . We’ve read her articles (check…
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Kobo Arc
Looking for a device to help entertain the kids while you travel this summer…or back-to-school shopping for an educational tool to help your student do research, read, and get organized…you might want to look into the Kobo Arc. I know – you are thinking “it’s just an ereader”. Well dear readers, I had the chance…
Royally Overjoyed Baby Shower
I admit it: I love the British royal family (truly, I have a ton of royal bio books from Henry the 8th to Prince William). Why? Because its history. And they are a family. I history and families are two of my favourite things. So as I, and the world, wait for the Duke and…
Fisher-Price Little People Wheelies Play n’ Go Construction Set
Going to the cottage, I knew my son would have tons of fun in the water (no need to pre-plan activities with swimming, splashing, boating, and rock throwing right at your door step). However, I knew land time activity was essential to helping him wind down post-water-fun. One toy but with many different variations of…
Tips To Prevent A Sunburn
Just back from le cottage with the kids and I can report two wins: 1. everyone jumped into the lake 2. I did not get a sunburn. The latter might not seem like a win to you…but I have the pale-est, most sensitive, most burn-able skin on the block…not getting a sunburn is a win…
Trunki Carry-on Luggage For Kids
A Trunki is a wheeled, carry-on, luggage available in Canada via Melissa & Doug. Not only does it carry your stuff – it doubles as a ride on/push-along to entertain your child as they travel. The moment my toddler set eyes on the blue ‘Terrance’ Trunki he was hands-on…and I knew instantly,that this was going to make…
5 Great Pre-School Books
It is no secret I love books (hey, my own is getting published soon!). I just had to share with you my fav 5 Great Pre-School Books. Perfect before bed time, for a car ride, to take on vacation or just browse at the library. Thinking about introducing French books to your toddler?! Do it….
Bathing Your Baby
When I brought my first baby home – I had no idea how to bathe a newborn. I learnt very quickly (from daily experience) the how-tos of bath time. Here a few tips on bathing your baby. Keep Calm and Bathe On I confess: bathing kids is not my favourite part of the day – actually…
BMO Team of the Week
Summer’s here and soccer is ON! Whether you are heading out to watch your lil’ one in the house league or heading to the living room to watch a big game…soccer is great way to get the family together and cheer on the players. This post is for the soccer Mom (or Dad) in you…
5 Things To Take To The Playground
Every time I go to a playground I see a Mom (or nanny or grandparent) bringing some playground play thing which makes me think “I could have brought THAT”. Stuff you already have around the house which – when brought to the playground – takes on a whole new level of fun. Here are 5…
Thomas Live Tour Dates 2013
You know Thomas? Sir Topham Hatt? Driver Sam? These famous characters (from Thomas the Train – TV shows, toys, my son’s favourite t-shirt!) are travelling across Canada. Will you be joining him? Here are the Thomas Live Tour Dates 2013… Fuzzy to read? Go to the Thomas Live Tour Dates 2013 site for a larger view….
Tween Girl Birthday Party Ideas
Tween birthday party ideas can be challenging…tween girls are usually past the “princess birthday party” phase, the “art birthday party” phase and the “sport birthday party phase”. So being the activity Mom that I am…I suggested my daughter do the activity of creating her own birthday party idea. Her idea?…“just hang out and eat with…