This summer I’m learning about the Moro Reflex. This is the startle reflex that newborn babies have which causes them to fling out their arms (and legs) and then immediately pull them back in. If you’re a parent you’ve likely seen your baby do this. It’s totally normal and natural and occurs when the baby […]
What I Really Do When The Kids Are Away
This Canada Day weekend my mother-in-law took the girls to my sister-in-laws for a few days. (Thanks Mary!) In the past we’ve gone to Cornwall to meet up with them for part of the weekend (the part we don’t have to work) but we didn’t do that this year. This year we had a long […]
Why We Won’t Get A Pet
I had pets in my younger life. In fact we had a pet when Emma was a baby. It was a rabbit named Abby, and it was a boy. He was awesome and super cute! But I don’t want any more pets. And I’m trying to teach my kids how much work a pet really […]
Makeup and Oily Skin
I am 36 years old and I’ve been a Mom for almost 8 years now. And I’ve had acne since I was likely 12. My skin, as a young teen, was awful. I had acne vulgaris (sounds bad, right?) and I will never outgrow pimples, blackheads, or the scars of constantly poking at my face. […]
Mode Elle
My daughter, Emma, has been with the Mode Elle modelling and talent agency for just over a year now. She’s done two (unpaid) fashion shows here at the mall and one impromptu My Little Pony clothing advertising which Rose got to participate in as well (similar to a fashion show and also unpaid, although they […]
Blogging and Working Mom – Can I Do Both?
Every year at this time I start to wonder if I can really hack being a mom and being employed 4 days a week. The kid’s extracurriculars all end in the same week, there’s a dance performance to attend (and organize family and friends to attend also) and the school year is winding down – […]
How I Survive As A Working Mom
I love being a working Mom. My days are planned out (at least until about 6pm), and so are my weeks – mostly. My husband also works. And my kids are “older” now and better able to understand what needs to be done, and how quickly. None of this, though, helps lessen my desire to […]
Sluban Toy Review
*I was provided a toy for free so my kids and I could use it and create this Sluban toy review* We received a Lego-style toy from Sluban Products Canada. The box doesn’t really give this toy a name – it just says Aviation. It’s supposed to be an Airport Delivery Truck, but if my […]
Every June is Busy
Somehow I forget that every June is busy. The school year is coming to an end, extra-curriculars are wrapping up, and this year, with Rose being 5 now (!), in school and in a dance class that performs in the performance on the “big stage” it’s even busier than last year! Over the past few […]
Miracle Months Review – A Pre & Post Natal Program
I was approached by Libby to do a review of her pre and postnatal program and website called Miracle Months. I was a little hesitant as it’s been 5+ years since I was pregnant, but Libby suggested I’d enjoy the interviews and general wellness points of the program. Turns out she was right! I signed […]