When I found out I was having a girl the first time I was thrilled at the thought of all the pretty little dresses and outfits. I dreamed about changing her outfit a thousand times a day just for the fun of it. Reality of course was that while I did change her outfit …
As parents, we strive to teach our children about the importance of giving. It can be for religious or personal reasons, or just because you feel a sense of obligation to help those that don’t have as much as you might have. Whatever your reasons, giving back to the less fortunate is a lesson that kids need …
Winter can be a magical time: a blanket of snow transforms once barren landscapes, while a layer of frost makes leaves and branches sparkle. But in the cold climes of Canada, sharing that magic with your baby can be tricky. While their eyes enjoy the shimmering scenes, their little noses and toes may not appreciate …
Winter is a great time to be a toddler. There is so much to see and do, to learn about and experience. If you are at a loss on what you should be doing with your toddler this winter, though, check out these great ideas. They cover indoor and outdoor activities, as well as what …
Road trips are a ton of fun. They’re a great way to spend time with your family or friends, clear your mind and explore new territory – all accompanied by the sweet sounds of the perfect driving playlist. But they also mean long hours spent in a confined space, which can be trying when you …
That first bath is always extra special but at only 3 lbs at birth, Keira’s first bath was given as a bed bath by a nurse. The first bath I gave her was in a tiny tub in the level 3 NICU and I was carefully watched over and guided by a nurse. Fast …
I don’t know about you, but trying to get perfect photos of an infant can be a challenge at best. Even still I would rather try to capture Ava at 6 months old than Keira at 2 and a half. Ava might not hold still for very long, and she might look away and eventually …
Each year there are far too many preventable drowning deaths. Parents need to be extra vigilant when their children are around water, especially in the summer when around the pool or at the beach. Following these tips can help to prevent fatal water accidents from happening to your family this summer. Water safety for …
Getting your child to the dentist can be like… well, pulling teeth! But making sure your child has a great relationship with his or her dentist is paramount to good oral hygiene. You don’t want your child to be frightened of the dentist as it may result in life-long phobia or anxiety surrounding dental visits. …
6 Ways to Help Your Toddler Adjust to a New Baby. These are great tips for new parents bringing home a new sibling. For an only child, adjusting to a new baby can be difficult, especially when that child is a toddler. Since Ava has been born I’ve been asked a lot about how she …
I haven’t really posted or said much about my pregnancy on my blog since I announced it a few months ago. The reason being that this pregnancy is high risk due to having delivered prematurely previously. I just haven’t felt like sharing and celebrating this pregnancy yet. I haven’t felt safe enough to do so. …
Today will be my first day back to work full time after a full year away. I can’t believe how fast this day crept up on me, it feels like only yesterday I was giving birth and now here I am about start transitioning back to work. Of course I should have been able to …
Ignorance is not quite Bliss November is International Prematurity Awareness Month. Last November I never thought that this cause would become so important to me. A year ago I was happily pregnant and worrying about what labour would be like. I had just found out I was carrying a little girl at my 19 week …
Everything you need to know about cloth diaper basics and how to get started, from choosing your style of diaper, diaper care and more! When I decided to switch to cloth diapers I knew it would be important to start with a little research and just go over cloth diaper basics. At first I was …
There are times once your new baby has been brought home that her Dad may feel left out of the bonding process. This is especially true if baby is being breastfeed. There are many ways, however, for dad to spend more time with their babies in order to create that special bond early on. One …
Now that you have brought your new baby home it is normal to still feel somewhat detached. This is a crucial time to start bonding with your little one. Bonding is especially important for babies as it gives them a sense of security and allows them to develop better mentally and physically. They don’t have …
It is estimated that about seventy percent of women have an ultrasound done when they are pregnant. With the availability of new technologies for imaging, various terms such as 2D, 3D and 4D have become more common. 2D is the old standard for ultrasound but over the years has been replaced by 3D and …
Good organizational skills can essentially lead to educational success. It is often said that an organized life is a happy life and this statement is quite true. If you live your life in a state of chaos, whether it be the mess in your home or missing certain appointments, you will begin to …