Let me paint a picture for you: it’s a rainy morning, your toddler is crawling the walls, your baby is cranky and you just need to see another adult. Of course there are many things you can do in Vancouver. But how much do they…
by Danika Kimball Last week I went to a store hoping to buy a gift for one of my close friend’s daughters. She’s five, loves Captain America, rolling in the mud (and hugging me afterwards), playing with Barbies, and telling the adults in the room…
By: Dr. Hazel Lema Delong, Doctor of Optometry How well can your child see? The answer may not be as simple as you think! There’s no doubt about it, you know your kids inside and out. You know if they are coming down with the…
The answer may not be as simple as you think! By: Dr. Hazel Lema Delong, Doctor of Optometry There’s no doubt about it, you know your kids inside and out. You know if they are coming down with the flu, if they are tired or…
Growing up in Vancouver, nothing said summer to me like a visit to Playland. The iconic amusement park on East Hastings has been a seasonal staple for local families for generations. When I had my own children I was excited to share the experience with…
It seems that sunscreen has become a hot topic lately; there are certain brands you must stay away from, some that are ok and some that might just be best. All of the information can be overwhelming and leave many people thinking, am I not…
It seems that sunscreen has become a hot topic lately; there are certain brands you must stay away from, some that are ok and some that might just be best. All of the information can be overwhelming and leave many people thinking, am I not…
Physical Literacy for Babies* It’s never too early to start thinking about physical literacy. In fact, it’s extremely important to encourage various movement skills during the developmental months! Practicing different skills and movements now will help lay the foundation for your child’s physical future. While…
Every so often we like to feature celebrity moms in our How Does She Do It series, and today I’m very excited to give you a glimpse into the life of Cheryl Hickey, host of ET Canada, mom of two and founder of Ours, a line of…
Let me start by saying that before I had the privilege of the experience, I had never considered – not even once – owning a truck or using it as my main family vehicle! Now that that is out of the way, I can say…