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IT'S TOO HOT TO COOK! Summer salads are the perfec

IT'S TOO HOT TO COOK! Summer salads are the perfect dinner solution for a hot night. Whether you are cooking for just yourself or a large crowd, a great salad is always a hit. Try something new or put a twist on a favourite, either way we are loving these gorgeous inspirations.⁠
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🥗🔗 11 amazing salads in our bio link like: ⁠
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MANGO CHICKEN SALAD⁠
CILANTRO LIME SHRIMP & AVOCADO SALAD⁠
MEDITERRANEAN POTATO FALAFEL SALAD⁠
TABOULI QUINOA SALAD⁠
WATERMELON SALAD WITH MINT & FETA⁠
THAI INSPIRED PASTA SALAD⁠
& More!⁠
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Travelling with tweens & teens? We want to hear wh

Travelling with tweens & teens? We want to hear where you are going? ⁠
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Surfing in Tofino is our go to and we want to explore more places! Let us know you about your favourite trips especially in BC!

WE LOVE CAMPING! Getting out in nature, slowing th

WE LOVE CAMPING! Getting out in nature, slowing the pace, forgetting about work and chores... aaaaahh the good life. Until you remember that your family still needs to eat every day and your perfect dream collapses in to mix of whinny kids and rushed, frantic cooking around a campfire. Don't worry - we've got you covered with our family camping menu. 5 nights of quick, healthy meals that you can customize to your family's tastes.⁠

5-NIGHT FAMILY CAMPING MENU:

CHICKEN & KALE SALAD WRAPS WITH SOUP
We use rotisserie chicken that we break down before the trip, any kale salad bag that comes with it’s own dressing, and whole grain tortillas.

CAMPING QUESADILLAS
Again a quick dinner that uses the same chicken and wraps as night 1. This time you'll put black beans, corn, chicken, grated cheddar or jalapeno jack cheese on one half of a tortilla and fold the other side over.

PESTO PASTA WITH LEMON & GARLIC BREAD
We cook our pasta at home & bring it in a large freezer bag. Add cooked pasta to a pan with the nut-free pesto, cook 2-3 min until warmed through. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the pasta and serve with grated Parmesan cheese, chili flakes and garlic bread.

CHILI WITH QUICK COOK RICE
We make our favourite meat-based or veggie chili days or weeks ahead and freeze in double layer freezer bags. At the campsite, we just warm the chili, cook the rice and serve topped with cheese and green onion.

HOT-DOGS OVER THE FIRE
You’ve gotta do it! Have the kids spend the late afternoon finding perfect hot-dog sticks for everyone. When it’s dinner time, just rinse off the ends of the sticks, trimming to a point if necessary, then put hot dogs vertically on each stick and roast over the fire. We have also done these hot-dogs over a gas fire pit when there was a fire ban in place and it worked quite well.
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We also have some pro tips & tricks that we've learned over many years camping & backpacking with our families.

Pro Tips from our families:
#1: PREP WHAT YOU CAN AT HOME
#2: ALWAYS HAVE EXTRA NON-PERISHABLE FOOD
#3: CELEBRATE "APPIE HOUR"
#4: MAKE MORNINGS EASY
#5: PASTA IS EASIER TO COOK AT HOME
#6: FREEZE YOUR WATER JUGS
#7: A PLACE FOR EVERYTHING

Our team members have been fans of @gymbovancouver

Our team members have been fans of @gymbovancouver since our kids were tiny! Gymboree Play & Music Vancouver is a welcoming space for families that offers specially designed early childhood classes for ages 0-5 years, incorporating age-appropriate activities that help children develop physical, cognitive, and social skills as they play.

A mainstay in the Lower Mainland for over 30 years, Gymboree Vancouver is particularly close to our hearts as we brought our own children to their popular early childhood classes for many years, and hosted a number of birthday parties in their fun and engaging indoor play space.

A birthday party at Gymboree Play & Music Vancouver guarantees an unforgettable celebration filled with fun, laughter, and endless entertainment that is designed to be hassle-free for parents and magical for kids! With a wide range of exciting activities tailored to your child’s interests, every moment is filled with joy and adventure. From dynamic music and movement activities to engaging games and crafts, their enthusiastic instructors ensure that every child is engaged, plus their colorful and safe play spaces provide the perfect backdrop for your little one's special day.

Classes & camps at Gymboree Play & Music Vancouver are uniquely and intentionally designed for early childhood development. Their teachers support you and your child as you spend uninterrupted time together, creating a safe space to play, explore and learn. Play is a fundamental component of early childhood education, and is the cornerstone of every one of Gymboree's programs. Through play-based learning, your child is challenged physically, cognitively and socially with a custom curriculum that is based on the most current early education ideology, and is designed to grow with your child, from birth to kindergarten.

Organized by age and developmental stage, their programs include the core Play classes that start from 3 weeks postpartum, Music classes designed for babies 6 months and older, Art classes that toddlers 18 months and up can explore, plus caregivers with siblings of different ages can enjoy the multi-age Family classes!

🔗 See more in details in our bio link!

Attention all dog parents in Metro Vancouver! ⁠

Attention all dog parents in Metro Vancouver! ⁠
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If you're on the hunt for the perfect spot to let your beloved furry companion run free, socialize, and release some energy, then look no further than the array of dog parks scattered across our lively city. From expansive green spaces to picturesque waterfront trails, Metro Vancouver boasts a wealth of options for both dogs and their human friends to enjoy. ⁠
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Let's leash up and sniff out some of the top dog parks in the region! We have pulled together our top 25 local dog parks in Burnaby, Coquitlam, Richmond, Surrey, Vancouver, North Vancouver, West Vancouver!⁠
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See full details in our BIO LINK!

Ready to introduce solids? It’s an exciting time

Ready to introduce solids? It’s an exciting time for baby and you alike, but it’s also filled with lots of questions (and some nerves)!⁠
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When we asked our friends at @eatcerebelly for some tips on keeping starting solids, shared 6 key points from Nicole Silber, RD, CSP, CLC a specialist in pediatric nutrition and a mom of 3. ⁠
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*Disclaimer: this article is not meant to be individual medical/nutrition advice but for education purposes only. Each child’s nutritional needs are different. ⁠
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6 TIPS FOR STARTING SOLIDS:⁠
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1. MAKE IT FLAVORFUL!⁠
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2. OFFER A VARIETY⁠
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3. LET THE VEGGIES AND PROTEINS SHINE⁠
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4. ADD OR FIND OPTIONS WITH HEALTHY FATS:⁠
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5. LOOK FOR VIBRANT COLORS:⁠
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6. SKIP THE SUGAR:⁠
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@eatcerebelly unites neuroscience, nutrition, and organic, farm-fresh food to babies the very best from the very start! Cerebelly provides 16 key nutrients their growing brain needs, when they need it in their development. Their purees, smoothie-inspired pouches, and Smart Bars are perfect for busy families and contain brain-supporting nutrients, 0g of added sugar, and 8 g of protein.⁠
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🔗 Find all the details and tips on WHEN TO START SOLIDS in our bio link!

Being a new parent is not easy! But having helpful

Being a new parent is not easy! But having helpful equipment & resources can make it more manageable. So we've pulled together some favourite essentials for pregnancy and the baby & toddler stages!⁠
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Our Baby & New Parent Essentials Guide is full of great ideas for everything new parents need, so it doubles as a Baby Shower Gift Guide! ⁠
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Some of our favourites include @eatcerebelly purees & bars, @thule strollers , @gymbovancouver play space, and @neitrabodybotanicals body care, as well as @tinyteethers.play teething beads & feeding mats, @earthbabyoutfitters bamboo sleepers & PJs for mama, @bambonatureusa diapers, wipes & washes, @alwaystogetherkeepsakes personalized jewelry, @wellfedstudio ready-made meals, @ednascocktails non-alcoholic cocktails, @athleticbrewing non-alcoholic craft beers, & @taylor_leigh_photography family photography!⁠ ⁠
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🔗 See Full Guide in our Bio Link

IT'S NOT TOO LATE FOR SUMMER CAMPS!! ⁠ ⁠ We've

IT'S NOT TOO LATE FOR SUMMER CAMPS!! ⁠
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We've got you covered with 150+ Summer Day Camps around Metro Vancouver for kids who like to swim, bike, shoot hoops, score goals, create, explore, and more! Above all, we feature camps that stress fair play, learning new skills, and making friends along the way! ⁠
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OUR TOP PICKS FOR METRO VANCOUVER SUMMER DAY CAMPS:⁠
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🏹 Knight Camp with @academie_duello_youth_programs⁠
🥏 Ultimate Frisbee & Disc Golf camps with @elevate.ultimate⁠
🗣️ Public Speaking camps with @debate_camp⁠
⚾️ Non-Competitive Sports camps with @sportballvan⁠
🌲Outdoor Exploration camps with @saplingsoutdoor⁠
🍽️ Cooking camps with @wellfedstudio⁠
⚽ Soccer camps with @royalcitysoccerclub⁠
👨🏽‍🔬 Science & Stem camps with @brainstem_learning⁠
🏫 Educational Exploration camps with @peartreeedu⁠
🎨 Art Camps For Teens at @emilycarru⁠
👩🏽‍🍳 Baking & Cooking camps with @littlecooksclubvancouver⁠
🏔️ Outdoor Adventures camps with @cypressmtn⁠
🚵🏽 Indoor Bike camps with @northshorebikeparkbc⁠
🏗️ Stem & Art camps for little ones with @gymbovancouver⁠
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➡️ Comment CAMPS in the comments and we will send you the whole summer camps guide ( or check out our bio 🔗)⁠

Have you ever been berry picking in Metro Vancouve

Have you ever been berry picking in Metro Vancouver? It’s a great way to spend a summer day & teach kids about healthy eating & where food comes from. We’re lucky to have great local farms that will let us pick blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, some vegetables, and even fresh flowers!⁠
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In our Bio Link you’ll find a round-up of Lower Mainland berry picking farms updated for 2024, with notations on which types of berries can typically be found at each one, whether the crops are organic, and u-pick or not. So much fun for kids!

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