Author Archives: Amanda

Are You Getting Enough Vitamin D?

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Yes, it is SPRING! BUT, just because the season has arrived doesn’t mean that we are getting the full amount of sunshine as our bodies require. Vitamin D is traditionally called the “sunshine vitamin”. In fact, according to the Orange Naturals blog, a large proportion of Canadians are actually deficient in vitamin D. Why are so many Canadians deficient in vitamin D?   It is possible that as a society, we are spending more time indoors than ever. Sun protection has also become a priority for many, which leads to people covering their skin with clothing to protect them from … Continue reading →

Tips for Making Your Child’s First Dental Visit a Success

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First Dental Visit

Have you taken your child for their first dental visit yet? April is Oral Health Month: focus on your teeth and your oral health! Did you know… there is a direct correlation to a healthy mouth and overall health? For toddlers and preschoolers, this is a good time in your child’s life to build habits that will protect the teeth and lay the foundation for future health. Both of my children showed signs of general anxiety quite early on in their lives. It started off as separation anxiety, but also turned into stranger anxiety and more in certain circumstances. I … Continue reading →

What Kind of Lunch Container Option Do You Prefer?

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lunch containers

What exactly do I mean about SAFER school lunches? This time, I’m not talking about WHAT we are packing for lunch, but rather the types of lunch container that we are choosing for our children. Back when my children were starting Kindergarten, I searched high and low for the best lunch container option that was: Easy to open. Easy to close. Was spill-proof. Back then (and it wasn’t that many years ago either), I settled on leak-proof plastic containers for all of the above reasons. The only other option that I considered (for a BRIEF moment) was glass, but decided … Continue reading →

Do You Know Your Nutrition Facts and Enter to Win FREE FOOD!

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Know Your Nutrition Facts

We are going to talk about how to read the Nutrition Facts label on the back of food packages. Tips for healthier living are everywhere today, it is often challenging to get the straight up facts. There are new foods and trends popping up what seems like every single day. My goal in this article is to help you make informed choices when it comes to feeding your family. First and foremost, we must always remember that fresh food is always best. Whenever possible, shopping on the perimeter of your grocery store will ensure that your family is consuming foods … Continue reading →

Chicken Pot Pie….the CHEESY Version!

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Chicken Pot Pie the Cheesy Version

This version of Chicken Pot Pie will go down in my books as a true comfort food! It is great to have on a cold, wintry day and believe it or not is quite easy to make! If you love cheese, you’ll be sure to love this cheesy version of Chicken Pot Pie! You can use leftover chicken for the recipe OR you can poach fresh chicken specifically for this dish. This cheesy spin on a traditional family favourite of Chicken Pot Pie is definitely a great meal to to serve on a cold winter day. Chicken Pot Pie….the CHEESY … Continue reading →

6 Mindful Tips for a Better Child Parent Relationship: The Relationship of Aging

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Today, Sophie Turner from Brazen & Co. shares with us her perspective on the relationship of aging as well as… 6 Mindful Tips for a Better Child Parent Relationship Watching your children grow can be so rewarding. Knowing you’ve helped develop sociable, helpful and thoughtful little human beings, who will one day grow up and become whatever they dream to be… just warms the heart. Watching your parent’s age – well, that triggers completely different emotions. Not once did it ever cross my mind when I was a child what it would be like when Mom and Dad got older. … Continue reading →

Know HOW You Can Help BEFORE a Heart Attack Happens

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common signs of a heart attack

Recently, I have had some more difficult conversations with my parents. The need for these conversations became apparent after we lost my father in law last year. Sometimes it takes a life event (like a death in the family) to make you realize that there are certain conversations you would rather have sooner rather than later. While most of these talks that I have had with my parents over the past couple of months have surrounded around the topic of getting finances in order, the topic of old age and health has also been prevalent. Having The Talk with a … Continue reading →

Yes, There is a Way to Make a Healthy Treat!

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healthy treat

If there is one main message that I have learned from am online course that I an taking with Meals That Matter, it is that making food from scratch, like Homemade Chocolate Spread is truly a gift that I can give my family, whenever possible. Using natural, pure ingredients is much healthier than purchasing the processed options at the store. And please don’t think that I am judging anyone for their food choices, because we definitely do purchase many of the pre-made, pre-packaged options as well. I just understand and believe in the value that is placed on cooking and … Continue reading →

No More LOST Mitts with Smart Mitts!

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Smart Mitts that don't get lost

This Smart Mitts review is written by Liz Brezer. I heard about Smart Mitts through another Mom who bought them for her son. My daughter is 8 and I have to replace her mitts at least twice a year. Since buying Smart Mitts, I am no longer hunting down my daughter’s one missing mitt. The mitts are easy for children to put on all by themselves; the mitts are attached to a flexible band that wraps around the child’s back under their coat. My daughter likes the security of her Smart Mitts being attached so she doesn’t lose them if … Continue reading →

A 2 YEAR Supply of Printer Ink!

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2 year printer ink supply with Epson ET 2550

I never used to go through a lot of printer ink. In fact, I could go well over a year without having to replace the ink cartridges. Then, I got a job with Norwex AND my children started to get older (yes, it happens!) and all of a sudden, I found myself having to replace cartridges sometimes on a monthly basis! This will no longer be the case. With the Epson Expression ALL-IN-ONE ET-2550 Printer with enough printer ink to last for up to 2 years! I will no longer be panicking the night before a Norwex presentation because I … Continue reading →