Alison Tedford
Alison Tedford is a freelance writer and mom from Abbotsford, British Columbia. She blogs about parenting, fitness and mental health on Sparkly Shoes and Sweat Drops.
Fun, Hands-On Places to Take Your Kids to Learn About Nature
With Earth Day coming up, you might be looking at how to teach your kids about nature in the Lower Mainland outside of the classroom. Here are some great ideas for you to explore.
4 Programs in Vancouver That Will Help Turn Your Kids into Entrepreneurs
There are a number of ways kids in the lower mainland can learn about entrepreneurship and the changing landscape of technology that will shape the workplaces of their future.
6 Fun STEM Birthday Party Ideas in Vancouver
If your child loves science, technology, engineering and math, here are our top picks for birthday parties that are sure to impress!
No Plans? No Problem! 7 Fun Spring Break Activities in Metro Vancouver
If you haven’t registered your kids for anything this spring break, we’ve got you covered. Here are some fun things you can do without a ton of planning.
Valentine’s Day Events for Families in Vancouver
If you don’t have a sitter or if you just like spending time as a family for Valentine’s Day, you’re…
Fun Educational Family Outings in the Lower Mainland
Looking for a family outing in the Lower Mainland that is both fun and educational? Try a historical theme. Here are our best picks.
How to Get Fit (With the Kids in Tow) in the Lower Mainland
Being a parent doesn’t mean you have to give up on your fitness goals. You don’t even have to get fit away from your kids. Luckily, the Lower Mainland has great options for keeping fit with your family.
6 Holiday Life Hacks For Christmas in Metro Vancouver
There’s always so much to do to get ready for the holidays and never enough time to do it all. Wouldn’t it be nice to have elves at your disposal? If you are making a list and checking it twice, trying to figure out how to get to it all, here are some ideas that might help.
Sports Events in Vancouver: The Perfect Family Outing
Not only is heading out to a game a great way to take in a new experience, it also makes for a really awesome family outing. Here’s a ‘bucket list’ of Vancouver sporting events.
An Amazing Little Getaway: Harrison Hot Springs
Looking for a great day trip in the Vancouver area? Harrison Hot Springs is a 90 minute drive east of Vancouver and offers up the option for your family to just float around the hot springs-fed pools at the resort, or explore a ton of outdoorsy activities in the local area.