I confess – I’ve never BBQed. So, if my husband wasn’t home to make steak, I always used the grill pan (or now the Pampered Chef Air Fryer). But …
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May 31, 2023
I’ve always tried to be aware of my environmental footprint and I’ve continually become more and more natural – eliminating toxins from my family’s life. On top of that, …
April 26, 2023
Just like my trip to Boston, I only spent two nights in Philly, and one of the nights included seeing a hockey game, but I really feel like I …
March 21, 2023
Tex Mex – it’s pretty self-explanatory, but since making my own, it’s hard to look back. It has so much flavour, and this makes a pretty large batch, so …
February 8, 2023
Teething can throw a parent for a loop. You may think it’s coming on earlier than it is, it seems to last forever, and of course you just want …
January 4, 2023
What can’t the air fryer do? I love doing hard-boiled eggs in here, because it’s kind of a set-it-and-forget-it kind of thing. You don’t have to wait for water …
December 21, 2022
Remember my friend Kayleigh who got me on the sourdough train?! Well, she also helped me to never have to buy play dough again!! Here is how to make …
December 7, 2022
There are some topics you almost feel like a fraud talking about. This topic is one of them. Even though I have been bringing my daughter to work with …
November 8, 2022
It’s been quite a few years since I’ve bought any of my siblings a Christmas gift. Once everyone had spouses and started having kids, it was a lot of …
October 26, 2022
For my second baby, I took freezer prep even more seriously than the first time! The first time, I thought I made so much food, and then the pandemic …
October 12, 2022
It’s no secret that the Pampered Chef Air Fryer is one of my favourite things! But what maybe is a little bit of a secret is how to clean …
September 28, 2022
I cannot take credit for this recipe. It is a staple with my sister-in-law’s family, and I have adopted it as my own (and then altered it slightly). It …
September 14, 2022
I’ve talked block scheduling before, but the thing with any schedule is that things can get in the way real quick. There’s always something that will come up unexpectedly, …
August 31, 2022
Fevers. They can be very uncomfortable for us adults, and they can be even scarier for us as parents. But, the truth is that fevers are actually not an …
August 24, 2022
Sometimes you just crave lemonade! Especially during those hot summer days. Not only do I like to avoid an excess of refined sugar, but I for sure want to …
August 10, 2022
It really is a journey, isn’t it? You prepare to conceive, then you prepare for pregnancy and birth, and then you prepare for the actual baby that comes earth-side …
August 3, 2022
At Kids Who Explore, we always talk about choosing your own summit! I started writing this today after visiting my chiropractor and talking about the strain we put on …
July 27, 2022
I truly don’t think I will buy granola again, unless in a pinch. The homemade version is just so delicious, and the ingredient list is much more up my …
July 13, 2022
The Calgary Stampede – that time of year for 10 days in July where the business world pretty much shuts down, everyone turns into cowboys/cowgirls, and it’s perfectly acceptable …
June 29, 2022
Maybe you became a sourdough expert during the pandemic, or maybe like me, you were late to the party! I learned from my friend, Kayleigh, and I will forever …
June 22, 2022
Chiropractic care. I’m not sure how you feel when you hear that. Are you thinking, “Yes! Chiro is life!”? Are you cringing and thinking you could never go? Have …
June 1, 2022
Maui has filled my family’s heart for most of my life. So, I could talk Maui all day long, and I share many tips over on my travel guide. …
May 18, 2022
I feel like sun care can be daunting, especially as a parent wanting to do everything to protect their child. The thing is, the sun is good for us …
May 4, 2022
I went on two girl’s trips to Vegas, and we did the 21-and-over version of Vegas. Going back as a family trip, with our toddler in tow looked a …
April 27, 2022
The French Polynesia was absolutely beautiful. Stunning. Gorgeous. Surreal. It was a once in the lifetime trip for me and the hubs, so we enjoyed it for our honeymoon. …
April 13, 2022
Prior to having our first baby, I learned the technique of swaddling. My husband learned the technique of swaddling. I bought “pre-swaddled” blankets, or whatever you want to call …
April 6, 2022
What I’m hearing from you is that you want more smoothie recipes! What I do love about smoothies is I can crush so many “hidden” vegetables in one go. …
March 30, 2022
Hypnobirthing. Maybe you’re like me and you’re obsessed with birth and babies, so you know all about hypnobirthing. Or maybe you’re sitting there being like, “hypno-what??” Either way, I’d …
March 23, 2022
“Where do you see yourself in 5 years?” How many times have you been asked that question? I’ve been asked it countless times; I’ve asked myself it countless times…I’ve …
March 9, 2022
I must have heard it seventy times in my first month living in Seattle…”You have to go visit Leavenworth!” So, I did! A wonderful friend accompanied C and I …
March 2, 2022
It wasn’t until Dr. Ashley, that I learned about tongue scraping, and now I swear I am learning more and more about tongue scraping everywhere…including many of my wellness …
February 23, 2022
When hiking in Washington, you will need a Discover Pass, a National Park Pass, or a Northwest Park Pass to park at most locations (figure out which one you …
February 16, 2022
Something I love about living in Seattle, is that even living right downtown, it only takes a 10-30 minute drive to get to so many beautiful parks, beaches, and …
February 9, 2022
San Diego gives you all the options – the water, hiking, sports, so many family-friendly parks, and food food food! So, it’s a great location to go with kids …
February 2, 2022
Okay, before anyone calls me out, I know technically this would be called “dressing,” as we are not using it to “stuff,” but I find dressing can be confusing…are …
January 26, 2022
I often struggle to write parenting posts, especially as they relate to very divided topics, because I feel like every sentence I say needs to come with a disclaimer. …
January 19, 2022
I went to San Francisco, with a toddler; a 1.5-year-old toddler. We were there for 2 nights, and a total of 49 hours. The amount we were able to …
January 12, 2022
I’ve been told I need to bring back Alphabet Date Night, and I do believe that’s true! I am itching to bring that back, and thinking I may do …
December 28, 2021
I sit here writing feeling like an imposter, not knowing if I should share this post at all. But, it’s been requested…many times. So, I decided I will share …
December 15, 2021
If you’re hitting up Broadway, there are endless options, and you really can’t go wrong – the talent is just as endless as the options! You’re going to see …
December 9, 2021
I’m very much a meat eater, but sometimes there’s just something about a fresh veggie-filled sandwich, especially if it’s accompanied by a bowl of soup! Here’s what ya gotta …
December 2, 2021
Now that Seattle has become my home away from home, I have a lot more suggestions of what to do when visiting (or being a tourist in your own …
November 24, 2021
In the adventure circles I run in, and over at Kids Who Explore, this topic is widely discussed. Because of that, it almost feels redundant to write about it, …
November 10, 2021
When you have your first child at the height of a pandemic, you actually don’t know parenting outside of a pandemic. But, if I’ve learned anything from watching my …
November 1, 2021
It’s about time I gave you a recipe. Not sure if you’re a “soup is only for winter” person, or if you’re like me and think soup can happily …
October 26, 2021
I don’t know about you, but I love a good flossing session. Maybe it has to do with the fact that my mom flosses 2-3 times a day, so …
October 18, 2021
Okay, I know you all read that title and had some sort of feeling. Did it stress you out? Did it irk you? Did you assume I was lying? …
October 11, 2021
When your baby upgrades from the soft-structured carrier, to the hiking backpack child carrier, all of a sudden, you feel like you can concur some mountains! You put them …
September 22, 2021
Columbus felt cozy to me…like being in Edmonton. Columbus reminds me of Edmonton!! So all you Edmontonians, you’ll feel right at home here! The city isn’t glitz and glamour, …
August 31, 2021
Whether you’re kale obsessed, or you don’t understand the whole kale-thing, I think you’ll be able to get behind some kale chips! Step 1: Wash Kale, De-Stem Kale, & …
August 18, 2021
This summer is all about chasing waterfalls! I’ve shared some beginner-friendly hikes here and here. I also shared some very family-friendly hikes! Now, I’m back with waterfalls! Elbow Falls …
August 8, 2021
Believe it or not, one of the natural product questions I get asked the most is… “What’s your favourite natural bug spray?” “What bug spray do you use on …
July 29, 2021
Seattle reminds me a lot of of Vancouver, for all you Canadians out there! And you could literally do this trip simply to eat, which is a lot of …
July 21, 2021
Nashville is one of my favourite cities in America! I could most definitely go back again and again and again, and I sure hope I will, as my Nashville …
June 28, 2021
What is Grounding? First off, what is grounding? If you’ve been following me over on Instagram, you likely have seen me talk about grounding extensively. As I always like …
Last summer I did a farm fresh delivery where it was a fun surprise what you got. We ended up with a whole bunch of rhubarb…what can you make …
June 15, 2021
If you’re in the East, Vermont is a nice little escape to the mountains. Especially if you’re into Cross Country Skiing – the Trapp Family Lodge is something else …
June 10, 2021
Which one are you? I know you read that title and instantly knew. Yes-Person I am a “yes” person. I want to say yes to everything! Someone asks me …
June 6, 2021
I haven’t experienced my child losing her baby teeth yet, so who better to have on to talk about this topic than the dental expert herself, Dr. Ashley! Here …
May 24, 2021
Over here in New York, the temperatures sure feel like summer, and we have busted out the shorts, sunscreen, and water table!! So, it’s time to start thinking summer …
May 19, 2021
Let’s talk Baby Sign Language (BSL)! I’m going to tell you my non-expert experience using BSL with my baby girl. Why Use Baby Sign Language? The reason I’ve chosen to incorporate baby sign language into my days …
May 14, 2021
I am very excited to talk about hydroxyapatite today, as I personally have made the choice to completely remove fluoride from our oral care – my daughter and I …
May 7, 2021
C & I love reading together, and I love supporting local, so I wanted to give shout outs to some Alberta-based authors that we just can’t get enough of! …
May 3, 2021
I’ve been making this pasta sauce for…I don’t know how many years! The great thing about it is, it’s insanely easy, and you can change up the taste with …
April 29, 2021
I went to a bridal shower, fell in love with this game, and then proceeded to completely steal it for the next shower I hosted. You need a groom …
April 24, 2021
Here I am, a year and a half later, talking more books worth reading for the mom-to-be, or dad-to-be, (or already mom or dad, or caregiver)!! I still recommend …
April 19, 2021
In my early-twenties, I could start to tell that my body wasn’t tolerating dairy very well. From cramping and bloating, to my experiences in the bathroom (shall I go …
April 16, 2021
I’m back talking kid’s clothes!! Looking back on when I wrote about this topic last, my little C was legitimately little…where does time go? Anyhow, I do still love …
April 11, 2021
Jordan said our winter vacations keep getting more and more remote, and he is very right! This one was our most remote yet, where we made a little home …
April 7, 2021
This recipe idea was handed to me by the owners of Broth + Bowl YYC and now I can’t stop talking about it. It’s so simple, yet gives a …
April 3, 2021
Let’s talk parenting! It’s a hot topic! While all of us hold different jobs, hobbies, and interests, many of us share the role of parent! And that’s what makes …
March 19, 2021
Dr. Ashley is back, and this time to talk soothers. Or pacifiers, rather. But before I let Dr. Ashley do the talking, I’ll share my story. When I had …
March 14, 2021
I love my spaghetti squash – as a side, as a pasta-base, as a pizza-base, or as any kind of spaghetti squash bowl I can dream up! When I’m …
March 7, 2021
Currently I would say we don’t have that many toys. Books? Well, that’s a whole other story, but toys have sofar remained somewhat minimal. It helps that we only …
March 1, 2021
Dr. Ashley is our go-to over here for all things teeth, but she’s also a mama that loves to get creative with her little one. This craft she has …
February 25, 2021
This topic has come up a lot, and it took me a while to sit down and write it. Why? Because I always say that no day is exactly …
February 19, 2021
We already talked about Long Island family-friendly hikes that are not stroller-friendly, so now it’s time we talk stroller-friendly options! These spots are also great to do babywearing, or …
February 15, 2021
Maybe it’s the music teacher in me, or maybe it’s just the fact that I like to talk (and listen) and read, but speech is something that fascinates me. …
February 9, 2021
I love hiking, so even though I’m away from the mountains, and on Long Island, I haven’t let that stop me from “hiking.” I say hiking, but I know …
February 5, 2021
This smoothie has my name written all over it! I love green smoothies, and I love ginger! I pretty much stole this idea from my sister-in-law, and I’m very …
January 28, 2021
When I realized I could go a week between washing my hair, my life changed forever, for the better! And boy, am I glad I figured this out long …
January 24, 2021
Here is Dr. Ashley back with all things straw cups! There is a recommended order of cup introduction to help with proper oral development and oral-motor skills. We already …
January 20, 2021
Dr. Ashley Svenkeson answered all your kid teeth questions earlier, and she’s back again to answer all the W’s of serving your baby from an open cup. When Parents …
January 16, 2021
We have arrived at the final letters of the alphabet, and therefore, the final alphabet date nights/days! I’m sure I’ll do this again at some point, or change it …
January 12, 2021
Hi Friends! This is a big topic and a very important one to me, because if you’ve been following along, you know that I think babywearing is life! For …
January 8, 2021
When I was pregnant, I avoided anything and everything that was a ‘maybe should avoid.’ That was just my own personal choice, as it gave me more calm to …
January 4, 2021
When I had the privilege of being pregnant, I knew I wanted to continue working out to train for the marathon that is birth. I knew it was safe …
December 31, 2020
I thought I was pretty good at organizing. But truth is, my organization game had nothing on The Bare Abode. I was so grateful when I stumbled upon the …
December 21, 2020
I’ve moved a time or two, or rather, two times a year in some cases…and what I actually really like about moving is how clean, decluttered, and organized my …
December 13, 2020
Back in my babysitting days, I babysat a little one whose family cloth diapered – safety pin style cloth diapers, I might add. Even back then, I was interested …
December 8, 2020
If you’ve been following along over the last year and a bit of my alphabet date night, you know all about this! I guess I also now know how …
December 5, 2020
December is here, and the holiday season has begun! The holidays will be looking a little different over here, because…2020. But, I thought I’d still share some gift exchange …
December 1, 2020
When you become a parent or a caregiver, it is likely the first time car seat safety even crosses your mind. And then all of a sudden there are …
November 28, 2020
Hi, my name is Lauren, and I love pulled pork…I admit it. Have you tried my Pulled Pork Poutine recipe?! Anyhow, I wanted to make a pulled pork for …
November 23, 2020
Reading with kids has always been one of my favourite things, whether it be with my preschool students, my nieces and nephews, or my daughter. I love cozying up, …
November 18, 2020
If you haven’t noticed by now, I love food. And I am trying to share that love and appreciation for food with my daughter. In doing so, we’ve chosen …
November 14, 2020
I think every post-partum woman should have pelvic floor therapy covered; it should be part of the whole birth experience, and post-partum care. I went to pelvic floor therapy …
November 10, 2020
When it snowed in mid-October, I grabbed my 7-month-old daughter and said, “This is your first time seeing snow!!” Everything seems new, and fresh, and exciting, when I see …
November 3, 2020
Last Christmas, I shared my favourite items under and over $100, and most of those items are still my favourite items, but I have also found some new ones …
October 29, 2020
When I was intolerant to dairy, I tried making new substitutions for all my favourite foods! Pesto was one of those items. I love pesto on eggs, pasta, potatoes, …
October 24, 2020
I love reading! I think it’s great for everyone. And if you think you don’t like reading, do you really not like reading, or have you just not found …
October 20, 2020
I’ve already talked about being environmentally-friendly in the bathroom, and I hope some of those ideas are serving you well! Now, it’s time to talk about the kitchen – …
October 14, 2020
Okay, let’s talk meal prep. I’m a meal prepper by nature…partly because I don’t mind leftovers one bit, and partly because it makes life 7000 times simpler. You save …
October 9, 2020
I’m always quoting something and I never remember the author, nor do I know if I’m even saying the quote correctly, but the moral stands nonetheless. “You can’t be …
October 1, 2020
Do you still have cherries pitted and frozen from summer?! Well, I do…so I’m excited to enjoy this summer treat again in the fall! Plus, this is a great …
September 28, 2020
Dr. Ashley Svenkeson spent some time with me sharing her expertise on dental health when it comes to kids! If you haven’t read it yet, check it out here. …
September 24, 2020
Coming up on my daughter’s 6-months, I knew I wanted to do baby-led weaning. Not only is it known to help raise a less-picky and intuitive eater, it just …
September 20, 2020
It seems when you have a baby, the first thing everyone asks you is, “are they sleeping through the night?” Instantly that question sparked a mama bear fire within …
September 17, 2020
How do you deal with adversity in your life? Meditation – I meditate daily, but even the simple act of deep breaths in times of stress, can bring calm …
September 15, 2020
When Collins was just over two months, my friend told me about online swim lessons…I was sold instantly. I always planned on putting my kid(s) into swimming lessons early, …
September 11, 2020
Is this the world’s easiest recipe? Maybe! But that’s a plus! This is one of my favourite snacks/treats/desserts…or even a topping to oatmeal (without the chocolate chips)…or a delicious …
September 7, 2020
I’ve taught Preschool Music classes for many years. I’ve taught parented classes to mini musicians as young as 6-months-old, and unparented classes for toddlers and kids into kindergarten-age. The …
September 3, 2020
Hi Online Book Clubbers!As per your votes, this will be my last online book club post. Going forward, I will share books worth reading, or books that fall under …
August 29, 2020
We all have teeth. Well, most of us have teeth, or at least some teeth, but that doesn’t mean we have any idea what to do with our kid’s …
August 26, 2020
. Summer is closing in on us, but the hiking season can last well into fall, and you can even consider some safe, winter hikes. On top of that, …
Prosciutto-wrapped asparagus is another Rodych staple. This recipe is so simple, and tastes like such a treat – you’ll forget that you’re eating a vegetable. It’s quick to make, …
August 12, 2020
I put out an ask on what people wanted me to write about, and this one came up a lot…what I’ve learned as a Mom. Just as everyone’s journey …
August 7, 2020
Alberta has so much to explore! There are so many beautiful hikes in all areas, so don’t just think Banff and Canmore! Here are a few more that you …
August 4, 2020
I clearly have a thing for “pizza” – I already shared my spaghetti squash pizza, watermelon pizza, and now here we have portobello mushroom pizza…and believe me, I have …
July 29, 2020
I used to be the world’s worst sleeper, and I thought it was fine, because I was one of those people that could function off very little sleep. Eventually …
July 27, 2020
This summer has really got me out exploring new easy-level hikes. With a newborn, I’ve been focusing on finding hikes that are as close to the city as possible, …
Here is a Hiking Scavenger Hunt to print out for toddlers and kids, to make hiking that much more fun!! Download my Free Hiking Scavenger Hunt for Kids! .et_bloom …
This is a summer hit!! Delicious, refreshing, and oh-so-pretty! Change up the ingredients as you like, but if you want to copy this one, you’ll need: Watermelon, Yogurt (I …
July 20, 2020
I’m always changing kitchens between my time in Calgary & Garden City, and food waste makes me cry, so I always try to only have what I need, and …
July 15, 2020
Kelowna…Penticton…Wine! Need I say more?! But in truth, last time I was in both those places, I was pregnant and didn’t have a sip of vino and still had …
July 11, 2020
At the time I’m writing this, my little munchkin is about 4-months-old, and so far, has loved hiking! I’m hoping the “start them young” thing helps her find her …
From my time teaching Preschool Music, I have learned and come up with many DIY musical crafts to get the kids interacting with different instruments. The great thing about …
Hi fellow book clubbers! In light of the Black Lives Matter movement, I think it is more important than ever, that we take some time (now, and always) to …
June 30, 2020
Hi Online Book Clubbers!Was this book not perfect for the time we were in? It was all about isolation and quarantine that trumped anything we could have experienced during …
June 29, 2020
I used to live in White Rock, BC when I was younger and even after I moved, I spent many trips back there with family and friends. We often …
June 24, 2020
We are nearing the end of alphabet date night, and I’ve been wondering what I do when I’m finished…do I start over at A? Do I come up with …
Me talking about clothing? Not something I’d ever thought I’d do, seeing as I live in stretchy pants and cozy socks. I always said when I started working from …
June 13, 2020
Whether you are here for the pulled pork, or the fries, or the combo for poutine, here’s the recipe! Pulled Pork Ingredients About 4 lb. pork shoulder 1/4 cup brown …
June 9, 2020
I had a baby in the middle of a world pandemic. Words I thought I’d never say… I’ve had a lot of people ask me how my anxiety levels …
June 1, 2020
From my time teaching Preschool Music, I have learned and come up with many DIY musical crafts to get the kids interacting with different instruments. The great thing about …
May 29, 2020
I call myself a part-time minimalist, because I’m a minimalist that literally has two of everything, considering we live part-time in Calgary and part-time in New York. I’m not …
May 25, 2020
Alphabet Date Night continues! I love looking back and seeing the variety in our dates based on time of year, season and weather, and what’s going on in our …
May 21, 2020
This is a fun activity to do for a date night, or with kids, or just with yourself. Think of a food you like to eat multiple different ways! …
May 16, 2020
Having to condense this list was not an easy task…my favourite cookware is everything I have in my kitchen. I love cooking, I love baking, and I love all …
May 12, 2020
10% Happier by Dan Harris I’ve talked about this book in my posts about meditation – Meditation for Beginners and Meditation Q & A. This book is the why …
May 8, 2020
Y’all know me…I don’t measure anything, until I have to in order to give you a real recipe. So here is Coconut Curry, but don’t feel like you need to stay …
May 4, 2020
Hi to all the returning book clubbers! And welcome to any newcomers – isolation is sure a good time to read, isn’t it? Hope this book club helps you …
May 1, 2020
Hi Online Book Clubbers!How was the first book of 2020 for you? Did you stay on track?! Hope you’re continuing on with me, for the second book of the …
April 30, 2020
It’s hard to believe that not along ago I was prepping my “Stampede Bucket List,” and now, with the state of the world, that’s not going to be happening. …
April 26, 2020
Before I gave birth, I put out a post about my chosen products for postpartum, and although I’m glad I had everything prepared, I was blessed with a very …
April 22, 2020
From my time teaching Preschool Music, I have learned and come up with many DIY musical crafts to get the kids interacting with different instruments. The great thing about …
April 17, 2020
I listen to podcasts on the daily – they are my news, my inspiration, my education. Two years ago, I wrote about my favourite podcasts, and looking back, I …
April 13, 2020
They are addicting…hence the name. And I can’t even take credit for this simple and delicious recipe. It was my brother that came up with it so many years …
April 9, 2020
Alphabet date night continues! We are going all the way to Z, people!! Each letter has helped guide me in generating some creative ideas for our date nights. If …
April 4, 2020
Disclaimer: This is my story as I lived it. Everyone’s story is different. Everyone’s perspective is different. I am sharing this because others have asked, but I request that …
March 31, 2020
In my third trimester, I decided to stock up our freezer. Keep in mind, we live very far away from family, so I knew we wouldn’t have people popping …
March 25, 2020
From my time teaching Preschool Music, I have learned and come up with many DIY musical crafts to get the kids interacting with different instruments. The great thing about …
March 21, 2020