Having a Baby During a Global Pandemic

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***Disclaimer – I am NOT a health care professional, these are just tips I have come across*** Pregnant? New parent? This is supposed to be one of the most exciting times in your life, right? Currently, being excited about the newborn in your arms, or…

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5 Science Projects to Keep Kids Busy During Physical Distancing

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With everything that is currently going on in our world, there is a good chance that our kids can sense the stress we are all feeling. Parents who used to go to work are now staying home with their children. Children who were in school…

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J’Adore Dance

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***Disclaimer: I did receive compensation in exchange for this post.*** J’Adore Dance is celebrating its 14th anniversary this year! J’Adore’s Philosophy At J’Adore, they offer non-competitive dance in a supportive and welcoming environment that has helped make it a favourite among dancers of all ages…

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Child Care and After School Activities

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Stony Plain BrightPath Stony Plain Phone: (780) 968-1449 Kids@Play Daycare Phone: (780) 968-0440 Star Bright OSC Phone: (780) 963-3020 Two By Two Me & You  Phone: (780) 591-4333 Karar Performing Arts Phone: (780) 968-8737 My Happy Place Daycare and OSC Phone: (780) 591-4911 Spruce Grove…

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Dear Evan Hansen

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***Disclaimer – I received complimentary tickets to attend this event and any opinions in this post are strictly my own opinions about the show*** “One of the most remarkable shows in musical theater history.”                       …

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5 Romantic Valentine’s Day Recipes

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  As parents, we all know how difficult it can be to spend time as a couple. We all have busy lives, we are busy with work, we are busy taking care of our kids, running them from activity to activity. or maybe you’re a…

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Architecture in Motion

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**Disclosure: I received complimentary tickets to attend this event*** Alberta Ballet Presents Diavolo **Disclosure: I am receiving tickets to the event in exchange for this post.** After thrilling millions of people on America’s Got Talent in 2017, Alberta Ballet is pleased to present Diavolo for…

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La Perle Community Playschool – Finding the Right Fit for Your Child

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  **Disclosure – I did receive compensation in exchange for this blog post**   About La Perle Community Playschool is a playschool is a learn through play program. This means that the classroom’s activities should be creative, stimulating, and should foster an atmosphere of friendship…

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5 Comfort Soup Recipes

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Well, the cold weather has finally hit us here in Edmonton and for the next little bit we are under an Extreme Cold Warning (boo). For me, the cold weather means hot and delicious soups. This past week I have made a couple of my…

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