Life with young children means toys, books, and more toys are usually living on your floor, your bathroom, your bedroom, and other nooks and crannies. This is normal! A more organized space means that your children are less likely to become overwhelmed by their toys, and will be more interested to engage in play. I […]
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Pregnancy, Motherhood, & Living during a Pandemic (Includes My Helpful List of Hospital Bag Essentials)
2020 was quite a year. For everyone. I had a difficult pregnancy with Theodore. I had to go to all of my pregnancy related appointments alone because of Covid. I spent days, sometimes even weekends in the hospital alone not knowing the outcome of my pregnancy. Covid made it more difficult for me mentally. The […]
Delicious Eggless Candy Cane Cookies
As an Early Childhood Educator, I came into contact with a lot of children with food allergies. A lot of them severe, I often wondered about the day I would send my child to school and how I could make his lunches dairy/egg free should there be a need for it. My son had a […]
The Sweetest Homemade Christmas Ornaments
With many kids currently on Christmas/Winter break, it is an exciting time to plan fun Christmas activities with them before the 25th! We have a yearly tradition of going to our local mall and buying ornaments for our children. However, since Covid hit and with our area currently in lockdown, I decided to try making […]
Delicious Holiday Donut Recipe (Cake Pop Style)
I’ve had my Babycakes machine for years. Before my children. Before my engagement. I have cooked and baked so many recipes in it: cake pops, French toast bites, cornbread, and my favourite – donuts! Since I had my second baby five months ago, I’ve tried to pay special attention to my toddler. I know he’s […]
The Neutrality of Play – Gender Stereotypes in Children
Growing up, I liked wrestling. I loved Hot Wheels, action figures, pirates, and playing baseball. I heard comments like, “You’re not a boy”, “Play with dolls”, or “That’s not very lady-like”. I did have dolls, but my brother’s Hot Wheels Garage was the coolest thing I had ever seen. Our neighbour, best friend, and the […]
My Fun Fake Snow Recipe
Krafting with Snow! Who doesn’t love to play in the snow?? Even better, who doesn’t love to play in snow that won’t make your hands cold? I found this recipe years ago while studying to be an ECE. It’s easy to make, takes only 5-10 minutes, and the ingredients are probably sitting in your pantry! […]
3 Helpful Self-Care Tips For Moms
My 3 Helpful Self-Care Tips I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: I’m very honest in what I share. I adore being a mother. I absolutely love it. I wouldn’t change it for anything in the world. My sons are my life, and I love taking care of them. But being a mom […]
How To Keep Children Busy At Home (5 Days of Fun Activities)
5 Fun Days of Activities (At Home) Do you have young children at home with you? Whether it’s due to Covid, if it’s the summertime, or even a rainy weekend, I have five full days of activities lined up for you! When Covid hit Canada in March and everything had to shut down, my online mom groups […]
My Stressful Breastfeeding & Formula Experience
My husband and I have two beautiful boys. Before I begin, I’d like to start off by stating that you know your child best. Every mother has her own approach to breastfeeding or formula feeding. Yes, I’m a huge advocate of breastfeeding as it provides our babies with an abundance of nutrients (i.e. strengthens their […]