How well can your child see?

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…

Visiting Playland with Toddlers

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…

5 Sunscreens you SHOULD use on Kids

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…

The Best Sunscreens to Use on Kids + Sun Safety Tips

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 and Toddlers

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…

Cheryl Hickey

How Does She Do It: Cheryl Hickey ET Canada Host

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…

2015 Ford 150 King Ranch | The Ultimate Mom Machine

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…

Setting Your Kindergarten Child Up for Success

There are a lot of things that you can do before your child enters kindergarten and after they start to set them up for success. The list is long, from proper sleeping patterns to a healthy diet. As parents, there are many factors that play…

Activity Bags for Travel with Kids

These bags could be used both for flights or road-trips, even just for a weekend getaway to give you and your partner a few extra minutes of quiet. I put these together for my girls for our recent family vacation. This worked especially well for…

The Big Girl Room Updates (AKA: Get Rid of the Baby Stuff)

I realized over the recent Holiday break, that my five-year-old is no longer a baby. I will have no more babies. So I think it might be time to update her ‘big girl room’. Gold Vinyl Wall Dots All Four Walls on Etsy Whether a boy…