What’s under the covers this month
Whose Poo? By Daisy Bird If your kids are anything like my kids, then this book will be a great hit. Whose Poo will make you laugh along with your child. Big Daddy Mouse wants to take his two little mouses to
May/June Cool Things
RAZER KRAKEN Tournament Edition A digital-to-analog converter built into the Razer Kraken Tournament Edition makes gaming even more immersive. With crystal clear details, the THX Spatial Audio engages you in a next-gen surround sound experience with an improved headband and cooling
What’s under the covers this month
Simon and Chester Super Detectives By Cale Atkinson A humorous story for the early reader. On a rainy day, two friends, Simon, who’s human and Chester, who’s a ghost, are bored from being inside. They decide to dress up and play detectives.
April Cool Things
The Food Doula Cookbook It’s not merely another cookbook, and chapters are by trimesters. From prenatal to postpartum, the Food Doula Cookbook has over 90 easy-to-make recipes for healthy meals. Advice for the new mother to be suffering morning sickness, food
March Finds
Lenovo Chromebook Duet This smart 2-in-1 device with a detachable screen switches from laptop to tablet mode quickly – making it the essential family device for learning and playing. Every Chromebook comes with the Google Family Link app, allowing parents to
December 2020 Bookshelf
The Fabled Stables Willa the Wisps By Jonathan Auxier Jonathan Auxier brings the young reader to a magical adventurous stable where Auggie works and tends to unusual animals with unique names. Within the stables are magical stales. Auggie is sent out on
November 2020 Kid Stuff
Vet practice with pets by Schleich Do you have a budding veterinarian on your hands? Children ages three to eight years old will enjoy imaginative play with this fun and educational veterinary playset. This 27-piece set comes with animals, equipment, clinic
November 2020 Parent Stuff
By: Sara Duck Belted overshirt in mauve from Zara Half shirt and half jacket, it’s a shacket! You may have noticed this season that this shirt and jacket hybrid is everywhere. We love this version from Zara in mauve; it’s the perfect
July 2020 Parents Stuff
By Sara Duck Silky Kimono Robe in Secret Garden Ivory by Love & Lore Keep yourself looking glam at-home with this beautiful silky topper with feminine flower detailing. Of, course, we strongly encourage comfort underneath, i.e. joggers! $75. Indigo.ca 552M Soap Free Shampoo
Parent Stuff
By Sara Duck Eye Smooth Nourishing Eye Cream by Monat A common complaint among busy moms is tired eyes. While sleep may be scant, take care of that delicate area with Monat’s nourishing eye cream, which will help diminish the appearance of
Cool Stuff
By Sara Duck Soothie Snuggle, Giraffe by Philips Avent Keep your baby happy and soothed with this soft, light-weight stuffie and silicone pacifier set. Both easily detach for cleaning. $20. Babiesrus.ca Grow N’ Glow Dinosaur Habitat by Creativity for Kids Instil a love of
April Book Shelf
Nat Enough By Maria Scrivan A colourful graphic novel, done in comic strip style. Nat is a middle school student who’s going through some growing pains. Already feeling like she’s not good enough at anything, on her first day back to school,
Cool stuff: mom and dad
By: Sara Duck The Dyson Airwrap Styler Say goodbye to budget bending blow-outs. This nifty multi-styling hair tool uses jets of air to allow you to achieve voluminous curls, natural waves and smooth blow-dry finishes – at home. Usually, styling hair means
Cool Stuff
By Sara Duck Dinosaur Poster Teach your children about some of the most recognizable prehistoric creatures and add some kid-friendly art to their room at the same time with this fun dino poster. $18. Hm.com Cotton Reading Nook Create an inviting reading environment in
February Bookshelf
The Return of Thelma The Unicorn By Aaron Blabey The Return of Thelma The Unicorn by Aaron Blabey is the sequel to Thelma the Unicorn. Blabey’s use of pictures and rhymes makes reading the story all that more enjoyable. Thelma and Otis
Mom Stuff
By Jenna Mohammed CLIF Peppermint Bark When you’re in a crunch for time, grabbing a CLIF bar is your best bet. They keep you full for hours and taste delicious too. The new, limited-edition flavor peppermint bark will provide you with a
Cool Stuff
By Jenna Mohammed Cutetitos Cutetitos are adorable collectible stuffed animals wrapped and hidden in burrito blankets. Twelve new characters have been added. Each Cutetito comes with its own burrito blanket, personality “Hot Spot” (mild, medium, hot or super spicy), and Pet Collector card
January Bookshelf
Where’s Baby? By Anne Hunter Mama and Papa Fox can’t find Baby so Papa heads out on a search. While kids learn concepts like up, under and around as Papa explores the forests and asks its creatures if they’ve seen baby, they
Mom Stuff
By Jenna Mohammed Annabelle Enlighten Loose Finishing Powder Don’t struggle with your makeup sliding off before you’ve left the house. Applying a translucent setting powder should be a step in your beauty routine. It can help lock your makeup in place and
Mom Stuff – November 2019
By Christine Davis Rouxbe online cooking classes The world’s leading online culinary school offers memberships for students to learn the skills they want at their own pace. Choose from knife skills to making pasta, mastering the fry pan and more. It’s a