Leah Doyle, Author at Modern Mama

Back To School: Top 5 Lunch Kits

My daughter is off to grade 1 this year and that means she will be spending her lunch-time at school. I have scoured the internet trying to find the perfect lunch box and there are so many different options. To help save you some…

Edmonton Fringe Festival

The Fringe is back for another year and as always my whole family is so excited to see what they have going on. If you don’t know what The Fringe is its an international theatre festival that takes place on Whyte ave around the…

Movie Review: Disney’s Christopher Robin

*I was given complimentary tickets to the advanced screening, as always all my opinions are my own* I recently had the pleasure of attending the advanced screening of Disney’s newest film Christopher Robin. Both my kid’s ages 2 and 6 have been in…

Disney’s Christopher Robin Family Pack Giveaway

Ever since our trip to Disneyland, my youngest has been in love with Winnie The Pooh. So, we are so excited about the new Christopher Robin movie and get to see him on the big screen! The movie debut’s on August 3rd but we…

Canada’s First Natural Swimming Pool

With much anticipation, Canada’s very first natural swimming pool opened this month in Edmonton! There have been a couple of setbacks, but, seeing as its the first of its kind in Canada and only the second in North America we can understand. The…

Playmobil Take Along 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™ Arena

My oldest daughter has been completely obsessed with Playmobil since she turned 5 years old. She could watch kids building these elaborate sets on YouTube for hours on end. So, she was incredibly excited when Playmobil reached out and sent us their 2018…

U-Pick Farms In Edmonton And Area

U-Pick farms are a great way for families to get out and enjoy a gorgeous summer day! It is also a fun way to teach your kids about where their fruits and vegetables come from. Luckily, we have lots of different U-Pick farms in the…

Canada Day Celebrations In Edmonton & Area

Canada Day Breakfast At The Legislature Enjoy free pancakes, watermelon, music, and games! When: 7am-10am Where: The Legislature Cost: Free! Canada Day Celebrations At The Legislature Lots of family fun including live performances and ceremonial events! When: Noon-9pm Where: The Legislature Cost: Free! Edmonton Valley Zoo Oh Canada! “Get Closer”…

Britax Advocate Clicktight Car Seat Review

Our family has been incredibly fortunate to receive not only a new car seat for my daughter ( read my review here) but one for my son! Britax recently sent us the Britax Advocate Clicktight Convertible car seat for our youngest to try out….

Farmer’s Markets In Edmonton

One of the activities I most look forward to in the summertime here in Edmonton is hitting up the amazing farmers markets! I absolutely love supporting local vendors and to be honest they have some incredible products too! There is nothing like grabbing an iced latte and…