My children love to help out in the kitchen and I honestly don’t always love their help; but I allow them to help me often because I believe the benefits outweigh my lack of patience. ha ha! Cooking with kids doesn’t need to be complicated…
Read More...Becoming a Minimalist: Lessons Learned
In January, while doing what we all do with the month of new beginnings, I wrote about my quest for minimalism in 2016. Simply put, I was frustrated and shocked/amazed at all the stuff my little family of 3 had collected and something needed to…
Read More...Lovable Littles
Lovable Littles Uptown Market is a modern market that features over 70 booths devoted to all things family. There will be activities for the family as well as shopping galore. AND a portion of the proceeds from the market will help build parks and playgrounds…
Read More...The 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Adventure
Do you remember when you first got your drivers license? Do you remember what it felt like to drive alone for the first time? I remember how AMAZING it felt. Freedom. Alone time. Music. Open roads and endless possibility. I also remember the day I…
Read More...Spring Fashion Tips from Lynn Spence
Earlier today I had the pleasure of attending a lunch with fashion expert, Lynn Spence, where I learned about Spring Style as well as some basic fashion tips! As a Mom of three children (age four and under) I have put my personal fashion on…
Read More...Community Director | Licensing Opportunities
I have had so much fun being the Community Director for Modern Mama in Spruce Grove & Stony Plain and it makes me sad to be writing this, but I do not have the time to devote to Modern Mama as I wish that I could. As…
Read More...Finding Jeans | Mark’s
Jeans have always been my number one wardrobe staple. For as long as I can remember I’ve loved jeans. Soft jeans, skinny jeans, flared jeans, jean jackets, denim skirts, jean shorts, dark rinse, black jeans, white jeans [are a must for summer!] and all…
Read More...Active Wear for Girls | ivivva
Do you have your child in activities? We do, always have. My girls have been taking dance or gymnastics and swimming since they were 6 months old. Don’t get me wrong – not all the time, nor all at once. I’m not a competitive mom…
Read More...Focus On The Facts
Last week I attended an event about how to read nutrition facts tables with TV Host Kristina Matisic and Health Canada. Do you know how to read the table on products you buy? I have found it a bit confusing at times, but with the Focus…
Read More...Minted Party Supplies For Ivy’s Birthday
Time flies. I know you know this because you’re a mother too. You remember the day you gave birth like it was just yesterday, I’m sure of it. I know I do. I started this website and Modern Mama events when my girls were little because…
Read More...