Parenting
Enjoy Whatever Stage Of Parenting You’re In
For so many years we tried to take in fireworks, but the kids would have a meltdown, run away, or just be clingy and unenjoyable. We spent more energy just trying to keep them alive rather than enjoying them. I wish I could go back and say to myself: “Don’t stress about doing things you
Our Family Visit To Calypso, Canada’s Largest Theme Waterpark
Have you ever been to Canada’s largest theme waterpark? Calypso Waterpark is located just 30 minutes east of Ottawa in Limoges, Ontario and it’s a must! The wave pool is insane and was definitely our family’s favourite part. The staff were also incredibly helpful and my family had a great time! Also, kids under one metre
Our Kids Are So Excited To Watch Our Garden Grow
It’s time to get those seeds in the ground! Kids learn SO much more than how to grow food when they learn to plant a garden. They’re learning a huge new skill, but also literacy and math comes into play in a big way. They’re learning patience and discipline, they’re gaining a great appreciation for
Our Family Is Planting A Veggie Garden For The First Time!
The Healthy Kids Community Challenge is a campaign designed to get our kids eating more fruits and veggies. Peterborough, Ontario has been selected as one of the pilot locations to launch this campaign in hopes that we can show the country that by getting kids involved in their food (i.e. gardening) they will make healthier
Life Is All About The Little Moments
This might be my quietest “rant” yet. I realized something, while watching some old home movies the other night. Life is all about the little things. There’s nothing bigger. Take the time. One person shared this quote from John Lennon in the comments on my video and it’s so true: Life is what happens when
If You Want Healthier Kids… The Healthy Kids Community Challenge Is For You!
Would you be excited to see your kids eating more fruits and vegetables? Of course you would! This summer, I’m jumping on board with the Healthy Kids Community Challenge, to help families get excited about growing, preparing, and eating a lot more fruits and veggies! When kids are more involved with how their food is grown
Here’s What You Need To Know About Drugs And Your Kids
I recently had a parent reach out to be after their child told them about a drug called “pixie dust”. I had no idea what this drug was or whether it was something I should be worried about, so I called in the pros and asked Constable Sean Nuisink from the Peterborough Police Service to
It Just Takes One Person To Change The Trajectory Of A Child’s Life
I recently did a vlog about how my boys don’t fit into the school system and it resonated with a lot of people. Over the last few years, we’ve had an incredible person in our lives who has helped my son in ways that have completely changed his life. That person, is the principal at