winter

Winter Wonder Forest Giveaway

My family and I were invited to visit this magical winter festival this year. It’s easy to find on google maps, with signs on the side of the highway to direct you as well, and if you still aren’t sure, you can see the glow…

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luminaria

Luminaria at the U of A Botanical Gardens Giveaway

This weekend, my family and I ventured out in to the winter wonderland of Luminaria. It was like a dream. Lights and snow as far as the eye could see. The lights danced on the building in the Aga Khan Garden as music played. “Princesses”…

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Modern Mama Holiday Gift Guide- Experiences

2021 Holiday Gift Guide – Experiences

Every year I hear more and more parents saying ” My kids have too much stuff” , “They don’t need anything” ,”I have no idea what to get my kids for Christmas”.    As a result I have seen parents turning to alternatives to “things”…

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lights

Magic of Lights at Castrol Raceway Giveaway 2021/22

Christmas lights still make me feel like a little girl. Nothing gets me more excited for the holiday season. I was fortunate enough to be invited to the media preview of the lights last night and it did not disappoint. There are lights as far…

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Remembrance Day

Explaining Remembrance Day To Children

With another Remembrance Day coming up, I have been trying to figure out how to explain it to my children, aged 2 and 4. They are at a very inquisitive age, so I got in touch with the No Stone Left Alone Memorial Foundation. Here…

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tour

Small Business Sunday with Edmonton Ghost Tours

This is still such a challenging time for small business. We love supporting and showcasing small businesses especially female owned. If you would like to be featured please email leah@modernmama.com With Halloween right around the corner, we thought Edmonton Ghost Tours was the perfect feature….

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