Win a $50 Gift Card for Lougheed Town Center

Win a $50 Gift Card for Lougheed Town Center

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, toys in every store … I have made my list, checked it twice, and I still have more shopping to do to get ready for Christmas. Lougheed Town Center is one of my go-to...
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SmartKlean Laundry Ball Review

SmartKlean Laundry Ball Review

I recently had the opportunity to test out the SmartKlean Laundry Ball – a neat little gadget for those who are looking for alternative laundry cleaners. I was particularly interested in trying out this laundry ball as I have sensitive...
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2014 ENTERTAINMENT Coupon Savings Book Giveaway

2014 ENTERTAINMENT Coupon Savings Book Giveaway

Who doesn’t love a good deal? I buy two copies of the ENTERTAINMENT Coupons Savings book every year and love the savings on groceries, eating out, family entertainment and shopping. I keep the booklet in my car so I always have...
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Stuck on You Giveaway: Win a $25 Gift Card

Stuck on You Giveaway: Win a $25 Gift Card

I am delighted to announce a great new giveaway this week where four lucky readers will each win a $25 gift card from Stuck on You!
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iögo 0% with Stevia Extract: a Sweet Treat

iögo 0% with Stevia Extract: a Sweet Treat

I am constantly on the hunt for the best yogurts for my family so I was intrigued when I had the opportunity to try a brand new product:  iögo 0% with stevia extract. Here is the low down on this new Canadian...
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Setting up an Allowance for your Child in 10 Easy Steps

Setting up an Allowance for your Child in 10 Easy Steps

When our son turned five-years-old this summer, we knew it was time to start teaching him about money by starting an allowance – but where on earth would we start? Fortunately, a local financial planner Paul Lermitte, has published a book...
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Milk Unleashed: Why you should Add Shelf Safe Milk to your Shopping List

Milk Unleashed: Why you should Add Shelf Safe Milk to your Shopping List

I recently discovered Shelf Safe Milk – as in milk that doesn’t need to be refrigerated until it is opened. Sounds nuts right? At first I just didn’t get it, but then I decided to give it a try. Here’s...
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Win a $50 Amazon Gift Card: GiftHulk Giveaway

Win a $50 Amazon Gift Card: GiftHulk Giveaway

What is more fun for summer than giveaways? I love shopping online and am delighted that The Write Mama is co-hosting this contest with a group of lovely bloggers to give away four $50 Amazon gift cards from GiftHulk.
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Our Favourite Children’s Books Ages 3-5 & a Summer Kobo Mini Giveaway!

Our Favourite Children’s Books Ages 3-5 & a Summer Kobo Mini Giveaway!

I have always loved reading and am so proud we have instilled the same love of books in our son at an early age. We read books every night as part of our routine – he picks the books and...
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Summer Loving Cash Bash Giveaway: Win $200

Summer Loving Cash Bash Giveaway: Win $200

Who’s ready for a fun summer-loving giveaway? You’re in luck because this is our first ever Mommy Buddy Blogger Group Cash Bash brought to you by a group of lovely ladies. We have come together for an awesome $200 Cash...
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Flash Giveaway: Win a Family Pass to Family Fuse Weekend at the Vancouver Art Gallery

Flash Giveaway: Win a Family Pass to Family Fuse Weekend at the Vancouver Art Gallery

The Vancouver Art Gallery is featuring Family Fuse Weekend on June 8 – 9. You and your family will experience Wonderlands – an interactive exhibit with artists, musicians, performers and fun educational activities for the kids including painting, c...
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Whistler Children’s Festival Getaway Package Giveaway

Whistler Children’s Festival Getaway Package Giveaway

The Whistler Children’s Festival is coming up on July 13 and 14 and here is your chance to win an amazing family getaway package for a 2 night stay in Whistler complete with a gift certificate to a very popular...
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Flash Giveaway: Win a Set of Cloverdale Rodeo Country Fair Tickets

Flash Giveaway: Win a Set of Cloverdale Rodeo Country Fair Tickets

Today I am offering a flash giveaway  for the Cloverdale Rodeo – here’s your chance to win a pair of tickets and it gets better because kids under 12 are free this year so you can take the whole family.
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Cooking Class for Kids at Rocky Mountain Flatbread

Cooking Class for Kids at Rocky Mountain Flatbread

We were invited to take part in a cooking class for kids at Rocky Mountain Flatbread in Vancouver. You can see how fun it was from the photos! This is a kid friendly restaurant with a small kitchen area for...
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Shopping Sense and $100 IGA Gift Card Giveway

Shopping Sense and $100 IGA Gift Card Giveway

Last week, I was invited to attend a Shopping Sense tour at IGA to learn about choosing healthier, budget-wise food options for my family. Global TV’s on camera dietitian Melodie Yong walked us through the store and shared some great tips on...
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Review: Mom Friendly Fitness at Bodies By London

Review: Mom Friendly Fitness at Bodies By London

Suburban moms be sure to check out my review of Mom Friendly Fitness at Bodies By London in Port Coquitlam which is featured on VancouverMom.ca today!
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Join the We Want It Movement and Yyoga Giveaway

Join the We Want It Movement and Yyoga Giveaway

Do you want to know what’s in the food you are eating when you go to a BC restaurant? I know I do. Here’s how we can do something to make it happen.
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Review: Thomas Cook Kids First Family Vacations

Review: Thomas Cook Kids First Family Vacations

If you are planning to book a family vacation with your kidlets in the next few months, I suggest taking a look at Thomas Cook Kids First Family Vacations. Kids First is unique Kid Reviewed, Parent Approved program
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Introducing Guest Blogger and Author Taslim Jaffer on Finding Your Passion and a Great Giveaway

Introducing Guest Blogger and Author Taslim Jaffer on Finding Your Passion and a Great Giveaway

I met Taslim Jaffer through our mutual experience of being chosen as the Top 30 Mom Bloggers in Vancouver in 2012, and I am honoured to feature her here today as one of the most creative people I know. Taslim...
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Bring Your Own High Chair: The Earls Restaurant Debacle

Bring Your Own High Chair: The Earls Restaurant Debacle

Guess what Earls Restaurant? Families living in Metro Vancouver are happy to take our business elsewhere. The debate all started when Michelle – a new mom with a baby – decided to meet up with friends at the Earls in...
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New Family Photos; Plus a Photo Session Prize Pack Giveaway from Images by Bethany

New Family Photos; Plus a Photo Session Prize Pack Giveaway from Images by Bethany

I am so excited to share some pictures of my family from our recent photo shoot with Images by Bethany. The three of us.
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