When you have a busy little one, you need shoes that you can slip in and out of in a flash, that are super comfy, that you can RUN in, and that don't compromise style. Am I right? Perhaps it's just me, but I'm pretty sure this is the case for most moms out there. Though I love my pretty pumps and peep toe shoes with the 3" heel, I simply cannot run after my busy four year old … [Read more...]
mOmma Spill-Proof Cup is the mOmma of all Cups! @LansinohUSA
When Little One was a baby, I noticed that Lansinoh seemed to be one of the brands all my breast-feeding mom friends talked about. Lansinoh has everything from breast pumps to breast pads, breast milk storage and bottles and drinking sets.In fact, one of the best gifts a friend ever gave me was a basket she put together filled with baby necessities from Lansinoh. The Lansinoh … [Read more...]
Zombie Mom No More: Dr. Brown’s ~ Helping Parents With All Their Babies’ Feeding Needs
Who knew that there were so many different kinds of bottles, nipples, soothers and feeding products out there? With so much selection to choose from, it can get a little dizzying at times.When I was a new mom, I went to family, friends and other moms for tips and recommendations when it came to all things baby. I'm a research person when it comes to all things concerning my … [Read more...]
Manitoulin Botanicals ~ Natural Goodness for your Body #Manitoulin #ManitoulinSpotlight
When people think of Manitoulin Island, they think of the outdoors, untouched land, and nature at its best. Many associate Manitoulin with fresh and natural food too. Our island Farmers' Markets are popular with locals and visitors alikeI recently met up with Manitoulin Botanicals to chat about the products they offer. Manitoulin Botanicals is a Canadian cosmetics business … [Read more...]
KanDi Jewelry ~ Because Every Girl Needs Something Sweet & Special @kandijewelry
There is no doubt that we have a little girly girl on our hands. As much as I banned pink, frilly, girly, froufrou, blingy, sparkly items from the very beginning, we somehow ended up with a child who is all about the pink girly bling.I am not kidding. The girl wears frilly tutus and rubber boots to the barn! She does have her ears pierced, though I have never (until recently) … [Read more...]
Electrolux Canada’s Ergorapido® Brushroll Clean 2-in-1 Vacuum is a Mama’s Best Friend {Review & Giveaway}
There. I said it. Electrolux Canada's Ergorapido Brushroll Clean is a Mama's Best Friend. It's true. Well, maybe third best friend (my first two being Hubby and Little One)!The one thing I absolutely hate about living in an old farm house is the fact that I am forever having to sweep and vacuum. I'm talking every day. To be honest, it's exhausting, annoying and who has time … [Read more...]
Keurig Brewer ~ Top 5 Things I Love About Our Keurig
Fill in the blanks: "Coffee makes me feel _______, _______, and _______". For me it's happy, extremely relaxed, and warm all over.I read in a teen magazine many moons ago, that your description of the way coffee makes you feel is reflective of the way love makes you feel. Do you see a correlation there? Not sure if I do, but that was from one of the fun quizzes in teen … [Read more...]
Where to Print Photos? We Love @PosterjackDotCA
The way she giggles and the way her big, bright smile lights up the room make me want to cling onto every moment I have with Little One. I realize this may sound a bit over the top, but Little One being the miracle baby that she was makes me appreciate and value her so much more than I could have ever imagined.She's an only child at the moment and if you visit our home, you … [Read more...]
Earth Day for Kids ~ @myfunkins Helps with #LitterlessLunches!
Little One watering her seedlings in our greenhouse - Food from the garden to the tableEarth Day for Kids and some little things we can do at home to teach our kids about taking care of our planet.As Earth Day approaches, I have been thinking of ways to get my four year old more aware of the impact mankind has on our planet. At home, we compost, practice the 3 Rs (reduce, … [Read more...]
Perfectly Posh Party with @orbfactory!
It goes without doubt that our little girl is definitely a princess-fairy-tutu kind of girl. She loves bling. The shinier, the better!This is why we were really excited to be asked to host a Fancy Nancy play date! We were asked to try out some Orb Factory items and have a Perfectly Posh Party with Little One's friends!Fancy Nancy products we received: 24 jewel-by-number … [Read more...]
Special Occasions with Hallmark ~ @hallmark_canada #HallmarkPressPause
Spring has sprung and this time of the year, I feel exceptionally giddy! The weather is warmer and everything comes out of slumber. It's also time for Easter, Mother's Day and followed by Father's Day and Graduation time.Recently, my four year old daughter watched the movie, Bambi. She fell in love with Bambi's friend, Thumper. Surprisingly, we were sent a Thumpin' Thumper … [Read more...]
Gentle Care For Sensitive Skin {Giveaway} #PGMom
Itchy, scratchy, bumpy skin. That's what my poor Little One has to deal with whenever her skin gets irritated by certain detergents or fragrances. She has extremely sensitive skin. Just like her Dad. Well, at first glance, you wouldn't be able to tell that about my husband, the farmer. His hands are super tough and seem resistant to the elements. The truth is, he has … [Read more...]
From Pea to Pumpkin: A Pregnancy Journal
There's nothing quite so magical as growing a baby inside you. I know it may sound like an odd thing to say, but I'm sure many moms (and expectant moms) agree.When I was pregnant with Little One, I was in constant awe of everything. I could not believe that there was a tiny being inside me, growing, being nurtured by me and who would eventually give me the gift of being her … [Read more...]
Fisher-Price~Definitely a Favourite in This Household! {Plus, an Exclusive Discount!} #FPFavourites
When I think of all the many toys that have passed through my parents' house and endured the test of time, tiny hands, sticky fingers, and that have given countless hours of play, I think of Fisher-Price. I remember playing with the Fisher-Price record player, telephone, airplane, farm, and all the old school Little People when I was a kid. My brothers, cousins and I would … [Read more...]
@greenkidcrafts Discovery Box is a @PTPA Award Winner for a reason!
What kinds of activities do you do with your kids? There's nothing more amazing and heartwarming than seeing the look of awe and amazement in your child's face. When my child is at home from school, we love reading books, baking, going for hikes, doing science experiments, arts and crafts, and just having lots of fun together. I've got a whole slew of experiments and craft … [Read more...]