We're back! Welcome to the 7th Annual Made in Canada Baby Event! Originally established by Celeste from Thinking About Cloth Diapers in 2011, Lindsay at Maman Loup’s Den and Olivia at This West Coast Mommy have been your fabulous hosts since 2015...
#Barbie #Dreamtopia Life Lessons for Your Preschooler
Every parent of young girls knows how much Barbie is a part of their world. The dolls, the clothes, the Dreamhouse… and now the animated Barbie Dreamtopia series starring Barbie and her little sister, Chelsea! Barbie Dreamtopia airs on TreeHouse on...
Samantha’s Birth Story: 60 Hours of Labour
Carson was due February 19th, 2014, but wasn’t born until February 27th. I went to my doctor's appointment on February 24th for a non-stress test (NST) and to check my progress. The baby wasn’t moving enough for their liking and I wasn't dilated at...
Summer Reading with Owlkids Books {Plus Giveaway}
The school year is winding down, and the kids will soon be trading in their backpacks for swim suits, lunch boxes for popsicles, and books for... books. Of course we'll be spending lots of active time outside at the park and in the swimming pool...
HumBird Supernova Overnight Diaper and Wool Cover Review {Plus Giveaway}
I remember when I first began seriously considering cloth diapers. My son, Brooks, was 5 months old, and within days, my casual interest turned into an obsession. I spent hours each day during nap times getting lost in a vortex of internet reviews...
Vietnamese Chicken Noodle Salad (Gluten-Free)
What could be more satisfying than a hearty, delicious salad on a sultry summer evening? Nutritious and hassle-free, salads provide the ideal template for an endless number of variations. Simply toss the vegetables in a bowl, divide onto plates, top...
What’s New From Disney Home Entertainment This June {Plus Giveaway}
June is a big month at Disney Home Entertainment! Two of Disney's most highly anticipated movies were released on Blu-ray this month: Peter Pan: Walt Disney Signature Collection and A Wrinkle in Time. At their heart, both of these movies celebrate...
Last Minute Father’s Day Gifts at Breakaway Experiences {Win a $100 Gift Certificate}
When I was a kid, Father’s Day meant handmade cards and breakfast in bed. It’s been 30 years, and funnily enough, that's still the plan on Sunday morning! But if you've decided against the classic ugly tie gift this year, let me suggest Breakaway...
Packing Cloth Diapers in Our TWELVElittle Unisex Diaper Backpack
Anyone who's flown with a baby or toddler knows how important it is to pack wisely. You need a comfortable and well organized bag not just for diapers, but also as an airplane carry-on for everything else you need along the way. That's why I was...
5 Ways to Squeeze Fitness Into Your Busy Mom Life #fit4less
My body has changed a lot in the last 10 years. It's softer and definitely rounder. I've got a few gray hairs, and I've started to notice fine lines I never had before. Of course, in those years, I've also built a loving and supportive marriage...
Celebrating Star Wars with DK Books {Plus Giveaway}
The newest Star Wars movie hits theatres last week, and it just so happened to be hubby's birthday too. Well, that made birthday planning a no-brainer! We all went out to Red Robin for dinner and then to our local theatre to watch Solo: A Star Wars...
Dark Chocolate Almond Clods
The other day we were at Costco and as usual, we were trolling the sample stands (or as my kids call them, snack tables). One very nice lady was carrying a tray of Almond Nuggets and handing out samples of these crunchy chocolate, almond, and seed...
Disneyland with Toddlers Part 2: …And Which Tips Ruin the Magic
Before our last Disneyland trip I spent months researching and cultivating my perfect vacation plans based on tips I found on Pinterest. Some of them worked really well for our family and added to the magic, but unfortunately some of them were also...