Shopping for Kids

Sugar and Co.Is it because they have a French name?  We don’t think so.  This candy simply makes us feel like we’ve picked up a sweet treat off the grand piano at Versailles.  Each confection made by hand and lovingly wrapped with sweet white paper, French Sea Salt Caramels from Sugar & Co. certainly make the trip over the Lionsgate Bridge worth it. Read more

Victoria Baby Fair

COME SEE US AT THE VANCOUVER ISLAND BABY FAIR THIS WEEKEND!!

Picture this: Victoria in September. Leaves falling on the Empress; late summer flowers making their final show; parliamentiarians bustling about….and thousands of moms and babies descending upon the Pearkes Recreation Centre to attend the annual Vancouver Island Baby Fair. Bobs and Lolo will sing and dance, and so many photos of babies will be snapped that you might think that there is paparazzi in the room…. oh yes, and Urban Mommies will be there with bells on (or very cool give-aways anyway). Read more

school suppliesIt’s time for back-to-school scrambling which usually includes shopping for brand new school supplies. But which school supplies are safe for your kids? On August 4, 2009 a report was released by Environmental Defense and the US-Based Center for Health, Environment and Justice outlining guidelines for purchasing safe back-to-school products. Polyvinyl Chloride or PVC is found in many common school supplies and other children’s products and is of key concern in the report. Read more

Green Planet Parties 1If you’re tired of keeping up with the Joneses, tossing all of those paper plates, and goody bags filled with sugary snacks and useless stuff, read on.  We like sustainability, budget-friendliness, unique ideas, and healthy parties – for mind, body, and the environment.  If you have other ideas that have been a hit, please e-mail us.  In the meantime, try these ideas on your kids and you’ll be the talk of the town… Read more

Stuck on You Labels Every kid in the world needs these.  And not only the labels, but the personalized wristbands and cool luggage tags are a must.  (A great alternative to putting a leash on your toddler.)  How did we ever live without them? Great in the dishwasher, microwave or washing machine, the designs are fresh and funky.  They even have star charts and call-me cards for your CEO-to-be.  www.stuckonyou.biz

Baby Names

Baby names 2008  

Preparing for Pregnancy

Ovulation predictor
Spotting before period
Very early pregnancy signs
Signs of Implantation
Implantation pain
Flu and pregnancy
Pregnancy wheel

Recipes

Children's recipes  

Newborn Information

Alcohol and breastfeeding  

Taking Care of Baby

Diaper Cost Comparison
Homemade Cleaning Products
Green Bedrooms