Next Tuesday, we’re talking Media Literate Homes with parent coach Margery Healey. Television, ipads, ipods – it is generally recommended not to expose children to any media until 2 years old, but we know this isn’t always possible. This seminar is no lecture to parents…
Read More...Service Sponsors: Gymboree & Rhonda Dent Photography
Today’s post features two of our Launch Party’s service sponsors: Gymboree Play & Music North Shore and Rhonda Dent Photography. ___________________________ If you follow our blog or Facebook posts, you’re probably already aware that I’m a huge fan of Gymboree Play & Music North…
Read More...Event Sponsors: WestCoast Families & Simply Merino
It’s day two of our featured posts on our Launch Party sponsors, and today we’re recognizing two of our wonderful Event Sponsors: WestCoast Families magazine and Simply Merino clothing company. _________________________________________ Our Launch Party would not be what it is without our partnership with WestCoast Families magazine! The lucky winner of our…
Read More...Launch Party Presenting Sponsor: Jack & Lola
Today marks the first day of our two-week feature on all of our event, service and prize sponsors for Modern Mama North Shore’s Launch Party on January 27th! Our presenting sponsor, jack & lola, is a chic North Vancouver baby and children’s boutique located on West 1st Street…
Read More...Modern Mama Spotlight: Warm Buddy Company
Need some last-minute gift ideas for this holiday season? Look no further than Warm Buddy Company, a North Vancouver based company creating & selling an extensive line of rejuvenating heat therapy products. Products include aromatherapy eye pillows & sleep masks, anti-stress body wraps & blankets, ultra spa robes,…
Read More...5 Rainy Day Outings With a Toddler on the North Shore
Christmas is merrily on it’s way…and so are the dark and stormy days of our wet North Shore winter! If you’re looking for some choice indoor options for your toddler to blow off steam, check out our top 5 favorites! Our kids have tested out…
Read More...Seminar Recap – Brain Compatible Parenting (TM) with Margery Healey
We hosted our second of three seminars with Margery Healey, The Compassionate Parent Coach, last week on Brain Compatible Parenting. Here are some highlights from the evening… Primary brain development happens from age 0 to 6, but the brain doesn’t fully mature until age 22-24….
Read More...What to Expect Book Series: Review & Giveaway!
I have been asked to review a few books from the whattoexpect.com book series AND give them away! These books have been such great resources during my own adventures in pregnancy and motherhood that I am happy to oblige! First up is What to Expect Before You’re Expecting. I…
Read More...Modern Holiday Guide 2012
We’re thrilled to present our 2012 Modern Holiday Guide! With real tips you can use to navigate the month of December with your family including an article by Ann Douglas, author of the Mother of All book series! It’s here. Read it Now! Happy Holidays…
Read More...Video Intro to Margery Healey and Brain Compatible Parenting
I have started to experiment with this “video blogging” by taking some short video clips of the fabulous Margery Healey, The Compassionate Parent Coach. I know once you meet Margery, you’ll know why I am such a fan! So, video #1 is Margery talking about…
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