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GET CRAFTY BIRTHDAY PARTIES

In Birthday Parties, Birthday Party Theme, Evergreen, Fun, by Heather Van MilLeave a Comment

If your child is obsessed with arts and crafts, their birthday party is the perfect opportunity for them to express their creativity! Art birthday parties come in all shapes and …

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PICKY EATER SUCCESS STRATEGY: DECONSTRUCTED DISHES

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

This is a favourite picky eater success strategy. It really can help you make one meal for the whole family. I have no idea why many kids don’t like their …

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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 …

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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. …

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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 …

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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 …

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METRO VANCOUVER INDOOR PLAY PLACES BY CITY

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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 …

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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 …