Jump Around With Jump Gymnastics
30 Jul 2010, written by Christine 0 Comments“We want children to reach two life goals,” says Jump Gymnastics owner and director Jennifer Hood. “One: to reach their highest athletic potential… and two: to have the skills and motivation to stay active for life.” For Jennifer and Jump Gymnastics, a child’s highest athletic potential doesn’t necessarily involve gymnastics at all. “For some kids, this will be a school softball team and for others it will be world championships.”
Colour Me Pink: Kid-Safe Nail Polish Now Available From Hopscotch Kids
29 Jul 2010, written by Christine 0 CommentsSo when Hopscotch Kids Water Colors Nail Polish debuted in Canada a few weeks ago, my ears perked up. What? The same look as nail polish except without the toxic chemicals?
Hopscotch Kids Water Colors is a water-based nail polish that’s free of enough chemicals to make me consider swapping it in for my own nail polish. When I read the list of chemicals (toluene, dibutyl phthalate, formaldehyde, acetone, heavy metals), I am horrified that I ever put conventional nail polish on my daughter.
Overspending on your children’s clothes? Not for Long!
23 Jul 2010, written by VancouverMom.ca 0 CommentsIt seems like children can grow faster than biologically possible … at least to us sorrowful moms who want them to stay babies forever. In the first year of life, a child may wear that cute dress once or twice before it’s unable to fit over that ever-growing noggin. Whether you are unwilling to pay $50 for that adorable dress at Baby Gap or you just couldn’t resist that $50 dress at Baby Gap, children’s consignment stores can be a lifesaver on both fronts.
Getting Started With Cloth Diapers
22 Jul 2010, written by Christine 0 CommentsWelcome to VancouverMom.ca’s first vlog Getting Started With Cloth Diapers!
Below, I walk you through my initial start-up package of cloth diapers, including all the accessories. Special thanks to Karen Randall of New and Green Baby for all her assistance and helpful info!
Pan Pacific Whistler Village Centre
21 Jul 2010, written by Christine 0 CommentsA few weeks ago, we packed up our kids and stayed at the Pan Pacific Whistler Village Centre for a last minute two-night retreat. We were just dying to get out of the city and we hadn’t been to Whistler in about 15 years.
Music to Your Ears: Finding Your Best Private Music Teacher
20 Jul 2010, written by Christine 0 CommentsAs a school music teacher, I am often asked by families, “What do I ask a music teacher who I am considering hiring for my children’s lessons?” Below are the five most important questions that have helped many families successfully find their best music lessons match!
Breakfast Television Segment: Dressing Your Active Child for Summer!
19 Jul 2010, written by Christine 0 CommentsToday we were on Breakfast Television talking about how to dress your active child for the summer, including how to keep them protected from the sun. The kids in this fashion segment did just great!
Win a $500 Agoo Apparel Shopping Spree!
19 Jul 2010, written by Christine 41 CommentsSaw us on Breakfast Television and loved the clothes?
Here’s your chance to win a $500 shopping spree from Agoo Apparel. Adorn one child with a full wardrobe, or pick a few outfits for all your kids – and their cousins too! Read on for details.
Get In The Picture
14 Jul 2010, written by Diane Wild 1 CommentsLook back through your archive of photographs. In how many did you make it into the frame? I’m in less than 10% of all our family photos because I’m usually the one behind the camera taking the photos. Does this sound familiar?
Chiklit Art and Design
09 Jul 2010, written by Rebekah Nathan 0 CommentsIf you’re looking for some art to brighten up your kids rooms you should definitely check out Chiklit for super cute child-focused artwork. Chiklit Art and Design is Vancouver’s first, online, child-focused art gallery showcasing original acrylic paintings, high-quality reproductions, photography and more.
21 Jul 2010
Purple Crying – Call for Knitters
Are you a knitter or crocheter who can whip up a hat in an evening? Then get your knit on this summer! You’ll be helping to raise awareness about the Period of PURPLE Crying and shaken baby syndrome.
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Family Bike Festival with Cyclebetes
It’s active, healthy and FUN! If your family is like many Canadian families you search for activities where everyone can participate. A healthy, meaningful, shared experience for Mom, Dad and the kids! If you have bikes here it is!
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