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Fill’er Up With Fill Your Own Water Bottles
I first heard of Fill Your Own water bottles at this winter's Children's Trunk Show. I was instantly enchanted by the thoughtfulness of the bottles' functionality and the cute designs. Inventor, managing director and
Read More »Phil and Ted’s Strollers: An Overview
Looking for a playful yet practical vibe? Phil & Ted’s strollers might be the answer you’re seeking. With three main stroller styles (inline tandem strollers suitable for two kids, plus a stylish lightweight stroller
Read More »Zooper Strollers: An Overview
Considering a Zooper stroller? Zooper prides itself on its baby-centric design standards; an extra inch or two of seat width, breathable fabrics, and extra hours of rigorous product testing are par for the course
Read More »Mountain Buggy Strollers: An Overview
Leave it to the New Zealanders to design a stroller that is truly capable of off-roading. Initially designed for safe, comfortable travel on trails, parents soon discovered that Mountain Buggy’s high-performance stroller designs were
Read More »Stork Craft Crib Recall
Richmond-based Stork Craft is undergoing the largest crib recall in history. All Stork Craft cribs manufactured between May 2000 and November 2008 are part of this voluntary recall. To find the manufacturing date, look
Read More »Maclaren Strollers: Now Recalled in Canada
If you’re like me and have a Maclaren stroller, you’re probably concerned about the US voluntary recall for all Maclaren strollers manufactured since 1999 due to a dozen fingertip amputations. As of November 13,
Read More »All About Baby Slings and Carriers
A few days ago, Vancouver Mom had a chance to catch up with Alison Cross about Buddha Baby Gear Ltd., the company she started with Paula Violi. Alison gave us her pointers when it
Read More »Baby Buddha Stretchy Carrier: Ergonomics Meet Style (Giveaway alert!)
When her daughter Coco was born five years ago, Alison Cross loved how “babywearing” created a beautiful mother-daughter bond. But she saw other benefits of wearing a sling. “I had tendonitis in both wrists
Read More »Snug as a Bug Organic: Baby Bedding with Beauty and Brains
"Conventional cotton crops account for approximately 25% of the world’s insecticide use and 10% of the world’s pesticide use," says Jillian Hachlaf, owner and designer of Snug as a Bug Organic Baby Bedding, a
Read More »Hip Baby: For Hip Parents Looking For Sustainable Products
When you walk into Hip Baby in Kitsilano, you know you’ve entered something special. The 1,400 square foot store is colourful and inviting, with products attractively merchandised and free of the clutter found in
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