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…
Product Reviews
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…
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’…
Cold Or Flu?
What is the difference between the cold and flu? With sick kids all around me, I have asking myself “Is this a cold or flu?”. I did some research, which I thought to share with you, about the symptoms and differences between the common cold and influenza. My above infographic is simply a guideline (not comprehensive)…
Windows Phone and Windows Tiles
Sometimes size matters. Like a phone key pad. And icons on your screen. I’m realizing the value of size when it comes to my Windows Phone. Being able to change the window tiles size (big, medium and small) really helps organize my social networks, calendar, phone and more. I really appreciate being able to so…
Kobo – A Gift For the Whole Family
The first time I read on a Kobo I was skeptical – I like to turn a printed page. However, I quickly realized a Kobo e-reader helps entertain, engage and organize the whole family’s reading. A portable library, it offers books for kids and adults all-in-one device. A great addition to the activity bag for your next family road trip or…
Bake Some Memories: Zebra Cake
I love baking with my kids. We measure, pour, crack and stir together in such bliss. From everyday baking to holiday baking – this is a regular family time activity for us. My almost-tweens have been baking with me forever (really – since they were lil ones!) but now I’m introducing the world of baking-with-Mom to…
Does The Defy Deliver?
It is no secret – I hang on to my Blackberry because I love its keyboard. Does the Motorola Defy Pro deliver or exceed my Blackberry’s dealings? Keyboard: check! Water, dust and scratch resistant (check check check for a busy lifestyle like mine). Camera and video: check! This Motorola Defy Pro works on an android operating system marrying the…
GM Chevrolet Volt Review
I was skeptical on the performance of plug-in electric cars. Putting my initial bias aside, I still wanted to test an EV car since the concept is appealing to me: no emission and discretion (I do hate the use of loud exhaust pipes on any vehicle). Courtesy of GM, I was able to spend a…
Huggies Little Movers Slip-On Diapers
No doubt about it: Changing a squirmy, wiggly, active baby can be a challenge. Unfortunately, not all disposable diapers meet this challenge. While parents want something absorbent, babies need something fuss-free. Huggies Little Movers Slip-On Diapers claim to tackle both, all while making diaper changes easier for both parents and kids. But, do they really…
How do you know your children’s skills are being developed?
When your child plays – what do you see her/him using and learning? I dedicated this week to capturing, in pictures, how my toddler son plays with new toys. In the end, this challenge had three great benefits: 1) taking a break from folding laundry during playtime, 2) adding to his memory book and 3) giving me the opportunity…
How To Teach Kids To Responsibly Use A Wireless Phone
“Mom can I have a cell phone?” I hear this often now that it is back-to-school time. My fear about giving my 12 year-old a mobile phone is the added-value cost to our family budget. What if she sends numerous texts, pictures and/or downloads expensive apps above her monthly wireless plan? While looking into the best budget-friendly…