Where I'm From
I am from plaid tweed couches, from Heinz Ketchup on plain potato chips and lots of books. I am from the gathering place for friends and family. A family home in a neighbourhood with big and beautiful, shady...
The Secret No One Told Me
When pregnant with my identical twin boys I went through a rollercoaster of emotions. They shared a placenta and had many health issues - twin to twin, and IGUR being the main two. At one point I was told to be prepared...
Outdoor Safety
Kids should take advantage of the summer months to be active. Riding tricycles and bikes is as much a part of summer as ice cream and running through the sprinkler. It’s our responsibility as parents to protect our...
My kids are grazers
My kids are grazers. They like to eat little meals throughout the day. My husband sets up these little ‘mezze’ style meals where he will make a plate for each of them with a variety of foods. Here’s an example...
Mom Unplugged
Having my own business, I am fortunate to have flexibility in my schedule. I can’t imagine how full-time working moms do it all. Even working from home, there are days when I don’t know how I’ll get it all done. I...
What goes up doesn't necessarily always...
There's a dangerous trend on the rise among preschoolers. Forget obesity for the time being. Forget bullying. I'm talking about noses. Or nostrils, more precisely. What possesses kids to stick things up their...
Babies are a gift that...
The inspiration for this book came from two babies, Baby Piper and baby Giacamo as well as a wide eyed sweet young boy named Cosmo as he awaited the arrival of his baby brother-to-be. This adorable little book reminds...
Smart-Trike Zoo
The Smart-Trike™ Zoo Collection is a delightful, trendy animal-themed collection that includes bees, cows, butterflies and frogs. The Zoo Collection is a three-in-one model adaptable for children ten months to three...
Bedtime Battles
There are aspects of parenting that I feel like a total pro in. Then, there's bedtime. The beginning of Cailena's bedtime routine is so sweet; I really, really cherish it. Maybe too much... maybe she knows... It...
Zombie Moms: Not Just for Newborns
The huge on-line success of the book “Go the F**k to Sleep” is due mainly to one thing: Every single parent in the world has uttered these words, either in their inside or outside voice. From the string of...
Be Sun Smart
While most of us love the hot, sunny days, we have become increasingly aware of the perils associated with spending too much time outdoors. Children are at particular risk, racking up between fifty and eighty percent...
Pairing food with exercise
Pairing the right food with your workout will increase endurance, energy and strength according to a summary of nutrition research by experts from the Ontario Kinesiology Association (OKA). “Many people know about...
