Remember when you were all like “Wow! Look at Maman Loup go! She has twins and two bigger kids! She’s a super mom!” Well, first of all, thanks for that! I would be lying if I said I didn’t appreciate all my wonderful readers showering me with praise! But now I would like to announce that twins AIN’T NO THANG. You know what is? QUAD.DRU.PLETS. … [Read More...]
Cutie Patootie Car Seat Cover Review
When Lindsay’s first baby was in an infant car seat, Lindsay dressed him in his Michelin-man-like snowsuit or used a thick bunting bag to keep him warm in the wintertime. Lindsay didn’t read the warnings in her car seat manual about avoiding bulky clothing or adding aftermarket components to the seat that interfere with the harness straps. … [Read More...]
2018 Holiday Gift Guide for New Moms
Let’s call this what it is … a letter to Santa on behalf of all us soon-to-be and new mamas. You’re welcome. Whether you’re subtly dropping this URL in your partner’s inbox or you need ideas for your pregnant BFF, look no further than these fabulous gift ideas for the mama bears in your life. Apparel & Accessories Babywearing Sweaters from … [Read More...]
2018 Made in Canada Holiday Gift Guide for Babies
When you’re buying for baby, let’s face it, you’re actually buying for their parents. You want to offer something parents will love to use on their mini-me, something durable, something functional, and hey, while you’re at it, why not something made in Canada? Grow With Me Clothing from Lil’ Monkey Cheeks Lil’ Monkey Cheeks’ Grow With Me … [Read More...]
2018 Holiday Gift Guide for Eco-Friendly Families
When you give someone a gift that helps them reduce waste, you’re not just helping them save the planet—you’re helping them save money. Durable gifts that replace single-use household items are the epitome of the gift that keeps on giving. There’s a gift on this list for everyone, from your crunchiest friend to your plastic-obsessed … [Read More...]
Math is Everywhere! Ideas for Practicing Measurement Skills at Home
When our kids are ready to be hardcore #adulting, they may not need the Pythagorean Theorum to make it through the day … but they are going to need to understand measurements. Granted, there’s an app for that, and there will likely be a better app for it in fifteen years, but let’s not let the robots completely take over just yet! As a former … [Read More...]
Black Friday Sales Directory – Sign Ups Open Nov. 6
Are you planning your biggest sale of the year? The Black Friday Sale Directory is now in its fourth year, with a reputation for sharing the best deals with parents shopping for baby and parenting gear. Black Friday has become THE online shopping event of the year: you can bet mamas have already started making their lists of must-haves for … [Read More...]
4 of My Favourite Things About Fall
A famous Canadian once said, “Don’t it always seem to go, that you don’t know what you’ve got till it’s gone.” And this October, Calgary took away my crunchy autumn leaves, my unfrozen pumpkins and my socks-are-optional fall wardrobe and replaced it with 33 cm (13") of snow in one day. On the bright side, I was one of the rare Calgarians to get … [Read More...]
Bily Compact Easy-Fold Stroller Review
There is very little about navigating the world with twins that is convenient: When everyone wants a chance to snuggle their grand-nephew, it’s handy to have two. I have double the chance of getting a decent photo for product reviews. I can usually use “I just had twins” as an excuse for minor faux pas. But beyond that, the logistics … [Read More...]
Gagging or Choking : How to spot the difference when introducing solids
By Kristy Webb, Registered Dietitian Starting solids is an important milestone for parents and babies, and it’s one I love having the opportunity to help with. As a registered dietitian, I love food—eating it, talking about it, making it—and I love helping tiny humans develop their love for food almost as much! Food is fun for babies, and … [Read More...]
Chicco KidFit Booster Review
Is your child ready for a booster? Whenever I review a booster seat, the first thing I want to make sure everyone understands is that you do not need to rush your child into a booster. Children must be consistently 40 lb (18 kg) and at least 38" (97 cm) tall to use the Chicco KidFit, but this doesn’t mean that your 40-lb 3-year-old should ride in … [Read More...]
My Favourite Winter Gear for Moms & Kids … from Head to Toe!
Winter is coming. Or, if you’re in Calgary, winter came a few days ago! The right gear can really help you survive the cold months, even if you’re more a friend of fair weather. Snow and freezing temperatures make getting out of the house a challenge, so hopefully these products will help your kids stay warm and you stay sane until the first … [Read More...]