View Post

QUICK & EASY BUILD-YOUR-OWN DINNER IDEAS

In Evergreen, Food, Meal Inspiration, by Healthy Family Living TeamLeave a Comment

In a dinner rut? Try a ‘Build You Own Dinner’ night! Creating dinner can be a fun way to bring the family together and alleviate arguments and complaining about what …

View Post

WHAT’S THE RIGHT AGE TO START SOLID FOODS?

In Evergreen, Expert Advice, Family, Parenting, by Kristen YarkerLeave a Comment

Parents often ask what is the right age to start introducing their baby to solid foods. They’ve heard 6 months before. Now they’re hearing 4 months from other health professionals. …

View Post

STRESS DURING MEALS WILL CAUSE PICKY EATING

In Evergreen, Expert Advice, Family, Parenting, by Kristen YarkerLeave a Comment

There’s a common reason behind several of the techniques that I teach to prevent (and turn-around) picky eating with kids. It’s stress. If your child experiences stress during meals they will …

View Post

EMERGENCY ELF ON THE SHELF IDEAS

In Christmas, Evergreen, Family, Holidays, Parenting, by Healthy Family Living TeamLeave a Comment

Looking some Elf On The Shelf ideas & inspiration? It’s that time of year where we dust off the Christmas decorations, we start to think about when the tree can …

View Post

METRO VANCOUVER INDOOR PLAY PLACES BY CITY 2024

In Evergreen, Fun, Indoor Fun, by Healthy Family Living TeamLeave a Comment

When the weather is awful and the kids are bouncing off the walls, thank goodness for indoor play places. We’ve compiled a comprehensive list of play places in Metro Vancouver …

View Post

SENSORY FRIENDLY GIFT IDEAS

In Christmas, Evergreen, Family, Holidays, Parenting, by Healthy Family Living TeamLeave a Comment

Looking for sensory-friendly gift ideas for someone special? We have pulled together our favourite ideas based on different sensory needs. We know that kids who would benefit from sensory-friendly gifts …

View Post

DON’T MAKE KIDS EAT VEGETABLES FIRST

In Evergreen, Family, Food, Parenting, by Kristen YarkerLeave a Comment

Usually I write my blogs with tips and advice for parents. But I know that there are a lot of Early Childhood Educators, daycare providers, nannies, and other important caregivers …