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“the” talk

Filed Under Tips & Tricks | September 18, 2009

Have you had “the talk” yet? You know the one; you were mortified by when it was your parents talking to you, and it’s not looking much better now that you’re the parent. Mostly out of embarrassment, some parents will put off talking about sex with their kids – hoping that they will ask when they are ready. They may, or they may not. However they will pick up information from their peers. It’s virtually guaranteed that what they learn at recess will not be completely accurate, or safe – far better that they hear about sexual health from you.

what to do, what to do?

Filed Under Events | September 17, 2009

This weekend is all about supporting community and fall festivities. Richmond’s also hosting the 2009 BC Seniors Games, the farmers markets are celebrating fall’s harvest and Monday is International Day for Peace.

all buttoned up

Filed Under Going Green, Pregnancy and Birthing, Stuff | September 17, 2009

Pregnant mamas facing fall and winter weather also face the dilemma of whether or not to invest in a maternity winter coat. After all you need to keep warm, but the cost-per-wear can be pretty high. Which is why we think these multi-tasking button wraps from local designer Chloe Angus make a great eco-chic addition to your pre (and post) natal wardrobe.

flower power

Filed Under Going Green, Stuff | September 16, 2009

We’re always on the hunt for personal care products that are safer for us and the environment, so we were intrigued by Girl Power Beauty’s natural skincare products.

year of the swine redux

Filed Under Tips & Tricks | September 15, 2009

In last week’s article we focused on hand washing and other good personal hygiene habits as the first line of defense for staying healthy in the face of this fall’s daunting flu season. But once you’ve got hand washing down pat, here’s a little reminder of a few more commonsensical ways you and your family can keep your immune systems strong.

dish it out

Filed Under Stuff | September 14, 2009

We’ve long been fans of Indishpensable in Kits – they prep fresh, fancy meals focusing on seasonal, local and Ocean Wise ingredients – but it’s not always convenient to swing by their store and pick up a meal, what with parking, child-wrangling and all. So we were thrilled to learn they’re launching a delivery service this week.

Evolution Coaching Contest

Filed Under Contests | September 14, 2009

This contest is now closed. Congratulations to Tracey (comment #4) who won! This contest runs from September 14th – 20th, 2009 In this September contest you could win a health assessment including a health and wellness questionnaire, complete body composition analysis, bloods pressure and basic fitness test – from Evolution Coaching valued at $175. Evolution [...]

now I know my abcs

Filed Under Stuff | September 11, 2009

Something about September seems to have prompted a new rash of alphabet books – we can’t imagine what – so here are our favourite new ways to get alphabetter:

Dedicated Email: Family Savings

Filed Under Dedicated Emails | September 11, 2009

Are you a fan of the Family Book yet? The fourth edition of this small book packed with big savings is just about to hit local stores. You’ll find deals and savings worth more than $3000 on dining, attractions, services, toys, clothing and more in the Greater Vancouver and Fraser Valley area and online as [...]

have a ball

Filed Under Going Green, Pregnancy and Birthing, Stuff | September 10, 2009

If it looks like a ball and feels like a ball, is it a ball? Well yes, the organic cloth ball from Dress Me Up is a ball and can be thrown and tossed and rolled, but there’s a little more to it than that.


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