by: Leanne Janzen I have one VERY picky, almost 6 year old, eater. When he heard I was making sloppy joes for supper, he was not impressed at all! Little did he know I had a new trick up my sleeve! These are delicious and…
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My girls and I were recently invited the ivivva store on West 4th in Kitsilano for a fit session. They wanted to hear what the girls liked or disliked about their clothes, and find out what sports they participate in and wear active clothing for….
Read More...Easy Fish Tacos: Healthy January Recipes
This easy fish tacos recipe is simple, fast, and just as yummy as restaurant varieties. You can adapt it to make even healthier with corn tortillas, less salt, and non-fat sour cream. You will need: white fish fillets (I like tilapia) tortillas (small) salt &…
Read More...Recipe: Easy Fish Tacos
This easy fish tacos recipe is simple, fast, and just as yummy as restaurant varieties. You can adapt it to make even healthier with corn tortillas, less salt, and non-fat sour cream. You will need: white fish fillets (I like tilapia) tortillas (small) salt &…
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By: Kristen Yarker Want to know the often missed (But Hugely Important) strategy for your child’s good nutrition? There is significant influence on your child’s eating habits and nutritional health that you likely haven’t considered. Every parent I’ve met is willing to go to great…
Read More...Club Intrawest: Whistler with Kids
We recently made a last minute decision to head up to the mountains and visit Whistler for the weekend. We tried the Club Intrawest property for the first time. The highlights of the resort for us were: The water-slide and pool The pool had a…
Read More...Protect Baby’s Skin this Winter: Skinfix
Keeping your baby’s skin protected and moisturized during the winter months can be a challenge. I had a December baby and by January of that year his skin was dry, chapped and irritated. I felt so bad for him! I was also worried about what…
Read More...Must-Have Outdoor Gear for Kids
Must-Have Outdoor Gear for Kids Winter has definitely arrived here on the ‘Wet Coast’ but that doesn’t mean the outdoor fun has to come to an end. Whether you’re splashing in puddles or rolling in snow, Boomers and Echoes has the right gear to keep your…
Read More...Kid-Friendly New Year’s Eve Events
Ringing in the New Year with the kids can be great fun, done right. The following Lower Mainland events are kid-friendly fun for you if you want to head out. Staying in? We had a few fun family party ideas here and here. Tradex First…
Read More...Reading Glasses? No Way!
I needed new glasses. I needed to do something with my current eye situation. So I checked out SmartBuyGlasses. I have a very light prescription (to see far away) and I typically wear contact lenses about 85% of the time. But it’s suddenly getting harder…
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