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STARTING BABY WITH IRON RICH FOODS

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I have good news. People are hearing that babies should have iron-rich foods as first foods. I’ve been talking this up for almost 10 years now and I’m super happy …

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SENSORY FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES IN METRO VANCOUVER

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With an increase in awareness in the broader community, there are so many more choices for recreational activities for kids with sensory challenges in the Metro Vancouver area. The Lower …

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MEAL PLANNING 101

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Creating a meal plan is the single simplest action you can take to improve the way you family eats.  Hands down the best. But for many people, the thought of …

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5 PLACES TO VOLUNTEER WITH YOUR KIDS

In Evergreen, Family, Parenting, by Heather Van MilLeave a Comment

The long empty days of summer can drag on and if kids don’t have activities, camps or outings, they can seem endlessly boring.  Just because school is out doesn’t mean …

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KINDERMEALS: SCHOOL LUNCHES AT YOUR DOOR

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Remember when you thought this was the year you were going to have it all together. This was the year your kids would have the best, most Instagram worthy lunches …

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THE MANY FACES OF MOTHERHOOD

In Evergreen, Family, Parenting, by Heather Van MilLeave a Comment

Over the past few weeks we have been inundated with articles, commercials, advertisements and the like presenting us with “The Top 10 Gifts for Mom” and urging us Dads to “Make This …

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PICKY EATER SUCCESS STRATEGY: DECONSTRUCTED DISHES

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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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WHAT’S THE RIGHT AGE TO START SOLID FOODS?

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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

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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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CANYON LIGHTS IN NORTH VANCOUVER

In British Columbia, Family, Fun, Outdoor Adventures, Travel, by Kay ProtheroeLeave a Comment

Lights, Canyon, Action! Canyon Lights returns this Friday, November 22nd, 2019 at Capilano Suspension Bridge Park. This is one of our favourite holiday traditions and really gets us in the …