Whether you are pregnant or have a baby (or a few), this garden will inspire and breathe life into your family routine. There is nothing quite like watching a seed grow or following the cycles of plants as they bloom and fade. VanDusen provides some great family events, and their daily Guided Walking Tours start on April 6th: Daily at 2 p.m. plus Wednesday mornings at 10:30 a.m. Free for Members or with Garden admission. Read more
Did you miss it? On March 28th, many people shut off the lights for an hour. If you forgot, not to worry! We don't always need electricity and some of the best moments can be created without it. Alison Ferguson and Meaghan Relkie from Every Little Bit have some great ideas on how to spend some non-electricity time with your kids.. Read more
Spring in Yaletown. What could be better? Well, maybe getting more info and resources for pregnancy and motherhood at this great new event. Mommy and me yoga, free samples and sling demos. And don't forget to hit the seawall and Urban Fare afterward. Read more
With meals this good, we certainly won’t say a word. One of the golden rules of pregnancy is to stock your freezer for those first few months. If you’re not the chef-type, or are simply too busy (or ill), you can still check this one off your list. Dinnerworks and Fresh Dish allow you to assemble meals in advance – either in person or have them delivered to your door. Read more
The daffodils are popping out of the ground, and a young child’s eyes wander to the older kids and their cool bicycles. But who wants training wheels, really, which just say that you’re not a big kid yet? Enter the run bike. Just like it’s more mature version, but without pedals, it allows a toddler to coast and gain a sense of balance for an easy transition into the big leagues. www.norco.com
