How Does She Do It?… with Trista Felty

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Once a month we interview moms in our “How Does She Do It?” feature. If you are interested in participating please reach out on Facebook or Instagram. Are you an Urban or Suburban Mama, where do you live? Abbotsford, we live on Sumas Mountain on…

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5 Inspirational Speakers at WE Day 2019 in Vancouver

by in Around Vancouver Town, Ask The Expert, Business, Child-Friendly Places, Children, Classes, Education, entrepreneurship, events, Family, five things, Fraser Valley, Health and Wellness, Local, local events, Modern Mama, Parenting, Resources, School of Mom, Seasonal, Services, Shopping, Vancouver Comments Off on 5 Inspirational Speakers at WE Day 2019 in Vancouver

I was given media accreditation to attend this show. All opinions are my own. I think it is so important to teach our youth that their voices matter and that they have the ability to change the world. Schools can offer WE day clubs built…

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Flyover Canada’s Christmas Experience

by in Activities, Around Vancouver Town, Child-Friendly Places, Dad, date-night, events, Family, Fraser Valley, Modern Mama, Out & About, Parenting, Reviews, School of Mom, Seasonal, Toronto Midtown, Vancouver, Women Comments Off on Flyover Canada’s Christmas Experience

I was provided tickets to facilitate this review. All opinions are my own.   Flyover Canada and the Christmas experience truly showcases what a beautiful country we live in. Flyover Canada is a breathtaking, all-ages, flight simulation ride. You get an 8 minute warm up…

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How Does She Do It?… with Elaine Kao

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Once a month we interview moms in our “How Does She Do It?” feature. If you are interested in participating please reach out on Facebook or Instagram. Are you an Urban or Suburban Mama, where do you live? I’m a suburban mom! I live in…

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Tips on How to Pick a Baby Name

by in Ask The Expert, Baby, Baby Guide 2019, Blogs, Books, Bump, Business, Family, Fraser Valley, Guides, Having a Baby in Vancouver, Modern Mama, Mom, National, Newborn, Parenting, Pregnancy, Pregnancy Guide, School of Mom, Seasonal, Vancouver, Women Comments Off on Tips on How to Pick a Baby Name

Naming a human comes with a huge amount of pressure. Is the name going to fit an adult and not just be cute for a child? As an Ashley, who was born in the 80’s, I knew that I did not want my child to…

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Guest Blogger: Patricia Shepherd, Car Seat Educator

by in Ask The Expert, Baby, Baby Gear, Bump, Business, Children, Classes, Education, events, Family, Fraser Valley, Guides, Having a Baby in Vancouver, Local, local events, Modern Mama, Mom, Newborn, Parenting, Pregnancy, Preschool, Products, Safety, School of Mom, Seasonal, Services, Vancouver, Workshops Comments Off on Guest Blogger: Patricia Shepherd, Car Seat Educator

We welcome guest blogger Patricia Shepherd to talk about car seats. She is a CPST and BCAA Car Seat Educator. Child Passenger Safety Association of Canada (CPSAC) is a national organization that certifies Child Passenger Safety Technicians (CPSTs). There are over 2100 techs across Canada,…

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Guest Blogger: BabyGoRound Helping Families Society

by in Activities, Around Vancouver Town, Baby, Baby Gear, Baby Guide 2019, Breastfeeding, Bump, Business, Child-Friendly Places, Dad, events, Family, Fraser Valley, Gifting, Guides, Having a Baby in Vancouver, Kid, Local, Modern Mama, Mom, Newborn, Parenting, Pregnancy, Pregnancy Guide, Preschooler, Products, Resources, School of Mom, Seasonal, Services, Shopping, Surrey, Toddlers, Vancouver, Women Comments Off on Guest Blogger: BabyGoRound Helping Families Society

BabyGoRound is a registered non-profit that distributes gently used baby gear to families in need across the Lower Mainland. We are a small, but dedicated group of employees and volunteers working to provide the essentials for local families welcoming a new baby or struggling to…

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Great Essentials for Your Hospital Bag

by in Baby, Baby Guide 2019, Breastfeeding, Bump, entrepreneurship, Fraser Valley, Guides, Having a Baby in Vancouver, Health and Wellness, Local, Modern Mama, Mom, Newborn, Parenting, Pregnancy, Pregnancy Guide, Products, Resources, School of Mom, Seasonal, Vancouver, Women Comments Off on Great Essentials for Your Hospital Bag

The fantastic thing about the hospital is that they really have the essentials on hand whether it is the fantastic full mesh panties or diapers. In any medical environment where you are excited, nervous, anxious and vulnerable it is beneficial to have the peace-of-mind of…

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Gender Reveal Party Ideas

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When I was pregnant back in 2007, the gender reveal parties were not so much of a thing as they are now. I was told what I was having then actually phoned people to tell them. I think that having a baby is exciting no…

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