Raising children is a creative endeavor, an art rather than a science. Bruno Bettelheim Elimination Communication (EC) Your baby is trying to tell you that it’s time to go. Elimination communication not as time-consuming as full-time diapering and later potty training. It can, at times, feel inconvenient but the benefits sure pay off. While I […]
We are a ski family!
We love to Ski and Snowboard!! We love love love to ski and snowboard, so naturally we want our children to share our passion. Our first experience was great. We stayed on the Magic Carpet at Marmot Basin. This is the best area for little ones and beginners. We stayed just long enough and everyone […]
Stangers … and How do we talk to our kids about them?
What is a stranger? I believe people are inherently good, therefore I am friendly and chit chat with people we meet when out in our safe little mountain town community of Jasper. But of course as adults we know better when to steer clear. My almost 2 and a half year old is now more curious […]
How to choose a quality childcare provider.
Today is our son Elijah’s second day at the Wildflowers Daycare Center in Jasper. We picked this center because we believe it’s a wonderful program and the staff are highly trained. Many of the staff are certified teachers. After looking into all our options this center has a wonderful balance of structure and free play. […]
Leaving your Baby can be difficult!
Leaving your most precious person/people in the world can be difficult for them and parents! Today was our first day of leaving our son at the daycare. We visited many times before today, but he still cried when we left. I think that’s how our babies tell us “I’m going to miss you and I […]
