Dinosaurs have always fascinated us. Sure they come in all sizes and shapes, but when we think of dinosaurs, we immediately think of majestic behemoths browsing the tops of tropical trees, or terrifying killers with massive teeth and claws. We're...
Ditch These 7 Things to Help Protect Our Oceans
Oceans are the lifeblood of our planet. They produce over half the oxygen in the atmosphere, and they absorb about 25-40% of the carbon dioxide we produce, keeping it out of the atmosphere where excess amounts contribute to climate change. No matter...
11 Toddler Books About Weaning
Weaning - whether from nighttime nursing or from breastfeeding entirely - is a significant rite of passage for both mama and toddler. This transition can be stressful and confusing for many families, so I've put together this list of books that...
Lindsay’s Birth Story: Vaginal Twin Birth
When I found out I was pregnant for the third time, I was thrilled both because we were eager to complete our family and because I felt like I had this whole pregnancy and labour business on lockdown. Been there, done that, no stress. Finding out we...
Disney’s Christopher Robin is a Fitting Sequel
I grew up on A.A. Milne's Winnie-the-Pooh books. Long before Walt Disney's The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh movie, there was Winnie-the-Pooh (1926) and The House at Pooh Corner (1928). Pooh and Christopher Robin, Piglet, Eeyore, Tigger, Owl...
Now’s the Time to Book Your Back to School Eye Exam
In between our picnics in the park and summer camping trips, we’re already thinking about back to school preparations. Kay is starting grade one, and Tee will be going in to grade three. From hard experience, I know that now’s the time to get our...
I Want My Kids to Be Bored This Summer
Think back to when you were a kid. Remember going outside in the morning and staying there until the streetlights came on? Or your mom saying, “Run along and play?” I do. I remember heading next door to Claudia's house or down the street to...
Roasted Zucchini Sticks with Parmesan Cheese
Zucchini is one of those veggies that my kids both love (raw with ranch dressing) and hate (pretty much any other way). Sometimes I despair at the weird things my kids decide are inedible, despite having eaten them just fine the week before. That's...
I Cried the First Time I Had Sex After Having a Baby
My husband and I waited a long time to have a baby. We waited through finishing my degree, buying a house, and establishing our careers. All so we would be financially stable before starting a family. Once we felt ready, it turned out to be a little...
Summer Adventures in SKECHERS {Plus Giveaway}
Summer is our favourite season. The days are longer, our usual busy schedules slow down, and we all spend more time outdoors and with each other. The kids and I love spending sunny days at the park, exploring the city, meeting new friends, and...
Robye’s Birth Story: Unassisted Home Water Birth
The weeks leading up to my labor were long with prodromal labor since before 35 weeks. I had my midwife for prenatal and postpartum care, but I chose to give birth unassisted with no help from others. At 35 weeks we learned I was 2 centimeters...
Kid-Safe Fun with VTech’s KidiBuzz Smart Device
Like most kids, my girls are fascinated with my phone. They're always asking to borrow it to watch videos, play games, and message Daddy. At five and eight years old, I don't believe that they need a phone, nor do I think they'll be ready for one...
Maple and Shallot Chicken Thighs
It's so easy to fall into a rut when it comes to dinner. Lately I've found myself making the same handful of meals over and over, and this week I realized I needed to try something new. Since school is out for summer now, I have a little more time...