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  • 26S H O P L O C A L

    A wonderful interview with the ladies behind the charming shop, Spruce Collective

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    29S T E P H A N I E J E A N D E S I G NA fun interview with the lovely designer,Stephanie Jean Design, and a sneak peekof her work ina gorgeous nursery.

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    whats inside9W E L C O M E

    A warm hello from the editor and introduction

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    10E D I T O R S P I C K S

    Gift guide for the modern mom and child

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    15M O N I K A H I B B S

    Boombaloo welcomes mama and blogger, Monika!

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    22A M A Z I N G N E W P R O D U C T S

    An exclusive interview with the founderbehind the company Numpfer

  • 65M A G I C A L P H O T O S H O O T

    Jacquelinne Altom gives us a sneak peakbehind her newly released holiday gift guide

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    70L U S S O BA B Y

    An interview with the beloved and trustedmompreneur

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    80H A P P Y H O L I D A Y S

    From my home to yours!

    34S H O E T R E N D S

    We love Freshly PickedMoccs

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    39J I L L I A N H A R R I S

    Jillian gives us tips on howto decorate a childs room

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    42I N T H E K I T C H E N

    Tori from Fraiche shares herpassion for delicious, guilt -freecooking

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    48A P P A M A N L O O K B O O K

    A look into this hip clothing line

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    60L A N D O F N O D

    Get inspired by three darlingholiday looks!

  • MEET THE TEAM

    N A T A L I E

    G R A N T founder/editor/director

    J A C Q U E L I N N E

    A T L O Mhead graphic designer

    B R O O K E

    W O O D A L L web/graphic designer

    S H A R L A

    P I K Elead editorial photographer

    C O N T R I B U T O R S

    P H O T O G R A P H E R S

    Ainsley RoseAudrey Blake PhotographyColin PriceDenise Lin PhotographyKristel DanielleThe Land of Nod, Photography TeamM&Him PhotographyMilanco StudiosTracey Ayton PhotographyAlyssa Vincent Photography

    W R I T I N G / C O N T R I B U T O R

    Joanna PirosNikki Goldman-StrohDesiree Cluff, Rock A Baby

    A H U G E T H A N K Y O U T O

    O U R G U E S T E D I T O R I A L S

    AppamanBirdling BagsFreshly PickedJillian HarrisLussobaby, ShimaLand of NodMonika HibbsNumpferPop Up Shop, Meadow Gifts & Apparel and The Littles ListProject Nursery/Project JuniorSpruce CollectiveStephanie Jean DesignSTRIVE Creative

  • L I L Y A N D S P I C E I N T E R I O R S . C O M

  • A NOTE FROM THE EDITORNatalie

    WELCOME TO BOOMBALOO! Its not just a website and a magazine, its a place for modern parents

    to hang out, read, shop, learn and connect. Im delighted to

    welcome you to this place which I have worked my butt off to

    create!

    During the time I was building this place, I gave birth to my two

    boys, one of whom has dietary challenges which add a fair bit

    of work to his care and feeding. So I get it that juggling

    multiple priorities is a modern day challenge for us all.

    Because I was having kids while building my dream, what youll

    find in these pages is a celebration of others who do it too

    not just balancing work and kids, but pursuing their dreams,

    building something they are proud of, and sharing the fruits of

    their labour with others. WWW.BOOMBALO.COM is global, natch,

    but we wanted to pack this inaugural issue with lots of things

    Vancouver (as well as the bigger world), to shine a light on the

    incredible talent and ability that lives here.

    Every day brings a new opportunity to meet yet another

    fantastic individual, chasing a dream, influencing others, or

    bringing great new products to the kid market. I look forward

    to hearing from many more of you in the months to come so we

    can continue to showcase your fabulousness!

    Its been a busy labour with others to bring this place to reality and now that its here I cant wait to share it with you. I wish you all the very best this holiday season has to offer: peace, prosperity, happiness and, most of all, love.

    From my family to yours, Happy Holidays!

    xx, Natalie

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  • EDITORS picksNatalie shares some of her faves!

    N U M P F E R

    multi use blanket & bib

    numpfer.com

    Y A R N I N G M A D E

    xo knitted baby blanket for bassinetetsy.com/shop/yarningmade

    S K O T P A R T Y S K I R T S

    light graphite lady length skirt

    skotapparel.com

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    M O D E R N F O R T

    one more day tee

    http://modernfort.com

    M I N I M I O C H E

    fleece cardiminimioche.com

    M U S H Y B O O K S

    modern babybooks

    www.mushybooks.ca

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  • M Y M I L A

    striped beaniewww.mymila.ca 7

    7 A M E N F A N T

    le sac igloo7amenfant.com 8

    K A R D Z K O U T U R E prints and cards

    etsy.com/shop/kardzkouture

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    7 A M E N F A N T

    Xplory in cloud greywinter kit in cloud

    greystokke.com

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    D E S I G N L O V E

    plannerdesignloveplanner.com

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    S W E L L

    birchwood bottleswellbottle.com 11

  • B O O M B A L O O M A G_________________________________

    BEHIND THE COVER

    Cover: Monika Hibbs & (her sweet son) Liam Hibbs

    Where: Leuie, South Granville, Vancouver BC

    Photographer: Milanco Studios

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  • B O O M B A L O O M A G_________________________________

    BEHIND THE COVER

    Cover Director: Natalie Grant

    Cover Photography: Sharla, Milanco Studios

    Clothing: J.Crew, Anthropologie, ShopBop, Nordstom, ASOS, GAP, Leuie

    Stylist: Monika Hibbs

    Hair & Make-Up Artist: Eva Terez Beauty

  • Shop Arrow houSeYour online source for Modern & Scandanavian inspired lifetyle & home.

    ARROWHOUSE.CA

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  • A N E X C L U S I V E Q & A S E S S I O N W I T H

    MonikaHibbs

    It takes a lot of courage and hard work to go to Medical School. It also takes a lot of

    courage to walk away once you know its just not for you. Monika Hibbs husband

    encouraged her to start a blog to blow off steam from the pressure cooker of medicine

    and the rest is, well, history! Unlike many celebrity bloggers, Monikas style ideas and products are affordable and realistic. She responds to all inquiries and

    messages, which is probably why her followers are so loyal. Those who have

    worked with her say her heart is huge and always available to support others

    in their quest to follow their own dreams.

  • When people think of MONIKA HIBBS what are the first

    few things you hope pop into their minds?

    I hope they see me as a kind, giving and humble person.

    My passion is to inspire and encourage other

    women / moms in business - I hope that shines through

    in everything I do.

    Is this journey everything you thought it would be and

    more?

    I never expected to be where I am now. My journey

    started off in medicine and slowly began to shift into

    blogging and developed to where my personal brand is

    now. Im so thankful for all the opportunities that have

    come my way; I absolutely love what I do.

    The best part about your job? The down side to your job?

    The best part is waking up and being excited for the day!

    I love all the collaborations and projects that I get to take

    part in. Since I work from home, I think the down side is

    simply time management.

    Balancing between being a mom and entrepreneur is extremely difficult. There is no right or wrong way to do it, you just need to learn to find a balance.

    What is one piece of advice you can give to someone contemplating starting their own Blog?

    Be true to yourself, find your own voice and style. There are millions of blogs out there and by finding your own style and expressing what you love, youll find many others love the same thing.

    You have had such an amazing year. Can you share with us a secret that youre working on for 2015?

    Oh my, I dont have secrets! 2015 will be a huge year for us, since well be building our new home! Were so excited to break ground in January and finally get started! That will be the big focus for the first six months of the year... well then see where that takes us.

    M I L A N C O S T U D I O S P H O T O G R A P H Y

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  • Vancouver, BC is home to you. What are some of your

    favourite stores to shop for kids and adult items?

    I love driving into Vancouver for a shopping trip. For

    Liam, I always like to check out baby Gap, Zara and my

    favourite baby boutique, Leuie, on South

    Granville. For me - I love Rebecca Bree Boutique on

    West 4th, high fashion for the modern day woman and

    fashion forward mom!

    The biggest thing for moms that work from home is the

    balance between work and the family. When & how do

    you shut it down? Can you share with us any tips to try

    and balance the two?

    I think this is the biggest struggle for any

    momtrepreneur! I, by no means, have figured it out yet.

    I do try to put focus and attention on Liam during the

    mornings, then once he goes down for a nap, Ill get as

    much work done as possible!

    When I find myself getting frustrated and exhausted, I like to take a minute and remind myself whats important.

    If I need to go for a walk with Liam to simply get out of the house, I will. Thomas the train is our best friend, Thomas makes everything okay!

    Whats one Holiday family tradition you have started with your own family. Can you share with us?

    One of our favourites is going on the Stanley Park Christ-mas train with our family. There are about 50 of us that go, and yes we take up the whole train. We took Liam last year for the first time as a family of three. He was excited to see all the sparkling lights and tried his best to stay awake! I cant wait to see his reaction this year! I have a feeling hes going to love it even more!

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  • Whats the one big thing youve learned about

    yourself when you became a mom?

    Ive learned that I can have an ample amount of pa-

    tience. It is a choice, not something that just comes

    to you. The strength of patience while learning to be

    a mom goes a long way. Im amazed at what my lit-

    tle guy has taught me in this area. The way he wants

    to discover every aspect of life and yet is so fragile

    has brought an extra sense of calmness and peace

    over me. I absolutely love that he has that power

    over me.

    Shop By Monika, one item from your shop that is

    perfect for the Holidays?

    Acrylic Gold glitter tea spoons. Need I say more?

    M I L A N C O S T U D I O S P H O T O G R A P H Y

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    Kitsilanovancouver-candle-company.myshopify.com

    Gold Cursive Monogram Mug L

    www.chapters.indigo.ca

    Marion Quilted Smartphone Wristlet

    toryburch.com

    DANIEL WELLINGTONClassic Sheffield Lady

    danielwellington.com

    Pearl 360 Studsbaublebar.com

    Baby Footsie Coverall in Glow-in-the-Dark Dream

    jcrew.com

    Pick and Mixthejuicetruck.ca

    Kate Spade2015 Agenda

    shopbymonika.com

    Baby Long-sleeve One-piece in Oh Baby

    jcrew.com

    Sunscreen Stick SPF 30

    honest.com

    Sarah ChloeElle Bangle

    baublebar.com

    FRESHLY PICKEDBirch Mocc

    freshlypicked.com

    VONBON Gray Stripe Blanketvonbon.ca

    TRUFFLE Clarity Large Clutchonetruffle.com

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  • ARE YOU READY

    FOR A NEW SLEEP

    ROUTINE?10 tips to create

    healthy sleep for children

    1/Be consistent, whatever it is you are doing. Create a routine. We are creatures of habit and love to know whats next.

    2/The less vices the better. Soothers, bouncy chairs on vibrate, your Meile vacuum cleaner, running in the babys room all night. Or worseYOU! These are all quick fix solutions with very little longevity. A sound machine with white noise is a fantastic tool, (just make sure it runs all night) and a great swaddle or sleep sac might do the trick.

    3/Make that room BLACK! If you are still night feed-ing, use your phone as a flashlight, it works won-ders. Night lights are for toddlers.

    4/Less is more. Go easy on the stuffed animals (one lovey is plenty), mobiles, toys and lights. Could you sleep in a Led Zepplin light show, probably not, so lets create a calm envi-ronment.

    5/When you need to feed or change baby at night it is not playtime. This is business. It should be quiet and dark and there should be as little interac-tion as possible. 6/

    Remember you are an amazing parent, and you are doing a great job, dont let the over eager unhelp-ful people in your life make you feel differently. And yes, its normal to feel completely overwhelmed! Your baby didnt arrive at your door with a How To Guide.

    8/Start paying close at-tention to babys tired signals. Eye rubbing, ear pulling, arm thwacking, and yawning. I have a three-yawn rule; by the third yawn its time to go down.

    7/Put your baby down awake. I know this can be difficult at times, (espe-cially cause theyre so cuddly) but its best for everyone. Imagine going to sleep in one place and waking up in another, (the movie The Hangover comes to mind) this creates confusion and anxiety. This also creates a vice; you, meaning, they need you to fall asleep. Encouraging baby to be an in-dependent sleeper is a great start for healthy sleep habits.

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  • 10/Always trust your gut! You know your baby better than anyone else. If something doesnt feel right, dont do it! Crying it out for 3 hours while you listen to Katy Perry on your iPod, and feeling like a terrible parent, is not going to create a good vibe for anyone. Some people find this works for them, but most find it traumatizing. Create an emotional balance. If you are stressing so are they. Calm yourself and leave your emotions at the door.

    9/Get Dad involved. Your baby can smell your milk! Its yummy and they want it. Let dad go in and do the night-time soothing, or put baby to bed. Its a great bonding time for them. Dads like feel-ing important too.

    Desire Cluff

    Owner/Operator

    www.rockababy.ca

    B O O M B A L O O M A G A Z I N E | 2 1

    K L I K P H O T O G R AP H Y

  • Q: Besides a lack in the market for this type of Multi-Use Bib, what inspired you to venture out and become a Mompreneur?

    A: I would say I have always had an entrepreneurial spirt. When I was young I was the kid setting up lemonade stands, garage sales,

    bake sales and whatever else I could drum up to make a buck. I

    always knew I wanted to take the opportunity to start a business

    while on maternity leave; I just never knew what it was. When our

    daughter was born I realized that our necessity may be other

    parents necessity, and numpfer was born!

    Q: Where did the name Numpfer come from?

    A: Numpfer is actually my childhood nickname (along with many others).

    Q: What made you decide to keep all your products crisp

    white with just a touch of

    colour?

    A: We didnt learn the gender of our baby while I was pregnant

    and I found it very

    difficult to find gender

    neutral baby items so I wanted

    to keep Numpfer neutral. The

    great thing about Numpfer is

    that it will go with any nursery,

    stroller, outfit, gender for years

    to come and parents & gift

    givers never have to think twice

    about it.

    Q: Since Numpfer has launched, what has been the

    biggest shock to you?

    A: The amazing group of people (friends, family,

    Instagram..) I have been in

    contact with and have learned

    from. It has been a very

    inspiring experience.

    Sarah Robbins, founder of Numpfer, with daughter, Charlotte

    A delightful Q&A session with founder, Sarah Robbins, of Numpfer.

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  • Q: What has been your biggest obstacle with the company?

    A: Honestly, I have been working in restaurants for my whole career thus far

    and knew very little about retail. I have

    learned a lot in this past year and

    continue to learn as I go. I love what I do

    and it keeps me going and keeps me

    inspired and positive.

    Q: Are more great products in the horizon? Can you share a concept with us?

    A: I am tossing up a few ideas, you will have to stay tuned...

    Q: The fabric is so incredibly soft. We LOVE it! How did you choose from so many options out there?

    A: I knew it had to be soft and organic. Before I had Charlotte I remembered when I would shop for baby gifts with my mom and

    she would always deeply inspect the clothing to make sure it was

    incredibly soft with no hidden scratchy bits lingering on the inside

    of the garment. I held that memory when I was designing

    the bib and blanket. Super soft, no velcro, no fasteners of any kind.

    Only the best for babys brand new perfect skin.

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  • Q: As a new and fast moving company, what would you want your potential customers and buyers to know about you

    that we may not already know?

    A: Since I have worked in restaurants for so many years I pride myself on prompt customer service and always want

    people leaving happy and satisfied with our products.

    Q: Your daughter recently just turned 1; whats one thing

    she has taught you about

    motherhood this past year?

    A: She has taught me so much about what is

    important in life. She has

    taught me to be brave, to be

    patient, to be motivated.

    She has brought me so much

    joy and love. Being her mother

    is truly the best job I have

    ever had.

    Q: As BOOMBALOO gets ready to launch we have

    met so many incredible,

    honest, humble and

    hard-working Moms (&

    Dads) just like you that are

    building these incredible

    companies. What advice do

    you have to someone

    pondering starting their

    own?

    A: All I can say is do it!! Give it a go because you

    never know unless you try!

    M & H I M P H O T O G R A P H Y

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  • www.skylarluna.com

    eco-friendly sleepwear for the trendsetters of tomorrow

  • S H O P_________________

    SPRUCE COLLECTIVE

    Our store, Spruce Collective, is a curated collection of

    all things old + new. The five of us (Lily, Elisa, Monica,

    Jessica + Kevi) met as vendors at vintage markets in

    our hometown of Abbotsford, BC and, after a series

    of very serendipitous events, found ourselves open-

    ing a brick + mortar store just over two years ago.

    Creating unique spaces that combine the beauty of

    the old with the modern sensibilities of the new is

    our passion. We always encourage our customers to

    use what they already have...use that good china,

    put fresh frames around those old family photos,

    and embrace the worn beauty of treasures that have

    been passed down. We see the beauty in the

    imperfect and all agree that its a good balance of old

    layered with the new that brings warmth +

    personality to a home.

    In addition to our eclectic selection of boutique

    home decor and vintage treasures, weve also

    expanded into fashion, jewelry and childrens goods

    while running a bustling vintage rental division,

    supplying vintage furniture and decor items to

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  • weddings and other events in the Greater

    Vancouver area.

    We love sourcing out other local businesses and

    stock handmade + sustainable goods whenever

    possible. Some of our favourite handmade goods

    can be found in our growing baby + childrens cor-

    ner. Kevi is on the go with a busy toddler +

    teething baby and finds Numpfers bibs very handy

    to keep her little drooler looking fresh and stylish.

    Elisas kids may be grown but that doesnt keep

    her from playing around with the adorable

    wooden Instagram cameras handmade by From

    the Seeds! Monica is a country girl at heart and

    mom of 3 and thinks Minimocs are a must-have

    for babies + toddlers alike. Jessica is an artist and

    always finds inspiration from the illustrations in

    childrens books, especially ones she can read to

    her son, Elliot. Lily loves the colourful mama and

    kid-sized wooden bead necklaces from Coral +

    Cloud and her daughters do too!

    M & H I M P H O T O G R A P H Y

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  • Spruce Collective is ever-evolving and were always

    amazed by how much weve changed and grown

    in the past couple of years. We couldnt do it with-

    out our loyal customers and amazing staff and love

    inspiring others to take the leap and follow their

    passions like we did. Five creative minds working

    together means were always thinking of the next big

    project and thankfully we all work well under

    pressure! We love creating unique events for our

    customers, staff and the community and are

    excited to see what we dream up next so stay tuned!

    Be sure to visit us next time youre in historic Down-

    town Abbotsford and thank you for supporting small

    businesses and shopping local.

  • D E S I G N & S T Y L E_________________

    STEPHANIE JEAN DESIGNS

    Stephanie Jean is passionate about design and about using it to create welcoming spaces for her clients. Like most moms who also are pursuing a business or career, she makes a conscious effort to

    pay attention to the details of being a parent.

  • Your work is everywhere. Can you share with us a few places where it has been credited?

    Style at Home Magazine, Glitter Guide (online)

    Describe your style?

    I would describe my style as classic with a twist. I love design

    that can outlast trends. Clean, bright aesthetics are definitely a

    favourite.

    Where does your passion to design come from?

    I grew up in a family of builders and artists. Ive always

    appreciated how putting effort into the design of a home can

    make everyone who lives there feel special and is welcoming for

    guests. I love watching a client see their home come to its full

    potential.

    Whats ahead for StephanieJean.com this year?

    Continuing to work with great clients and grow in every aspect

    of my business.

    The question we love to ask working moms; can you share with us one tip you have when it comes to balancing work life and home life?

    For me its about remembering my priorities - keeping family

    first and when Im not working, making a conscious effort to be

    present in even the little moments.

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  • What is it you love about designing nurseries?

    Theres nothing quite as exciting a bringing a new

    member into your family. I love getting to be a part of

    that excitement and creating a space that is inviting for

    everyone in the family.

    Can you share with us 3 tips to keep in mind when designing a neutral nursery?

    Use gender neutral patterns such as stripes, stars and

    polka dots (mixing patterns is a great idea!).

    Incorporate interesting hardware on closets and dressers/

    changing tables (Anthropologie is a good place to look). Think

    about investing in an oversized, comfortable chair in a neutral

    fabric that you can add a pattern/coloured pillow to once the

    baby arrives - you will be spending a lot of hours

    feeding, cuddling and reading to your baby there!

    You are known for your custom drapery. Will this be available one day across the globe?

    I would love to have a hand in creating textiles one day.

    Pillows and drapery bring so much personality, warmth and

    interest to a room. Its definitely on my list of things Id love to

    do in the future.

    T R A C E Y A Y T O N P H O T O G R A P H Y

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  • An online boutique cheer shop

    At Confetti & Co. we believe in

    stripes, polka dots, sequins, peonies,

    frills and giant bows but most impor-

    tantly, spreading love and redefining

    the celebration experience.

    confettiandco.ca

  • we lovefreshly picked

    moccs

  • Susan Petersen started making baby moccasins in 2009 after becoming frustrated by the lack of well-designed baby shoes. Using her second child, Gus, as a

    mocc-tester, and a bag of scrap leather she picked up at a yard sale, she began

    experimenting with designs. Working at her kitchen table, on a shoestring budget,

    Susan persisted through some disastrous attempts until she had created a pair of

    moccasins that not only looked adorable on Gus chubby little feet, but stayed on his

    feet as well.

    Since then the moccasins have gone through about six design changes. Each change

    has perfected the look and the fit of the soft-soled shoe. The moccasins you

    purchase today are durable, well designed, and most importantly: stay on your childs

    foot.

    Money was tight at the time Susan started and in order to earn money to start her

    business she got resourceful. Her brother owns a window

    installation business and in the summer of 2009 she convinced him to let her keep

    the old windows that he was removing from the houses. She spent a whole

    summer banging the glass out of the windows because they were encased in

    aluminum frames. At the end of the summer she took the aluminum window frames

    to the scrap yard and recycled them to get money. She made $200 dollars and with

    that literal sweat equity, she started her business.

    Each pair of moccasins, whether being shipped to the rich and famous (or at least

    their kids), or shipped across town, are made with care, perfection and a love for the

    little feet they are intended for. We sincerely hope you enjoy our product!

    Susan Petersen, owner ofFreshly Picked

  • shop the collection of moccs and other accessories at freshlypicked.com

    A L Y S S A V I N C E N T P H O T O G R A P H Y

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    Yes, we know Jillian Harris doesnt have children...but who cares when she has such great ideas?

    Jillian was always interested in interior design, even before she caught celeb cred with a turn

    on The Bachelor and ,currently, Love It or List It on HGTV. Her style is eclectic, unexpected

    and refreshingly fun. Read on for tips to making your childs room into a show-stopper.

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    Tips to keep in mind when decorating a childrens room?

    Ive never been a fan of primary colours like bubble

    gum pink or purple. So, childrens rooms started out

    as a challenge for me. Until I took on decorating my

    best friend Kendras girls rooms. I sat them down, like

    any client and asked them many important questions.

    What makes them tick, what is their

    favourite possession, who do they love the most.

    I took all that into consideration and then decorated

    the rooms timelessly with a pop of colour.

    Having said that:

    1. Consider what your child wants, but instead of

    focusing on a theme or colour, ask deeper questions.

    2. If the above is successful, you dont have to paint

    the room lime green and purple. You can create a more

    timeless neutral pallet space and still make your childs

    heart go pitter patter when they walk into the room.

    3 . Inject colour in ways that are easier to change

    (furniture & accessories).

    4. If painting the walls a bold colour is the final

    decision, let your child pick the colour, but then order

    the paint colour that is 2 shades lighter and 2 shades

    more neutral. The Eye is VERY sensitive and even a

    pale pale muted pink will read as PINK!!! when painted

    on a wall.

    What are a few colour trends to look out for in a girls room in 2015? Boys room?

    For girls, Parisian, less pinks and more blues and icy

    tones (thank you Elsa). Boys rooms, less greens and

    blues and more industrial, neutrals, metals and woods!

    Three staples to have in a childs bedroom no matter what..

    STORAGE

    MEMORIES

    PROPER WINDOW TREATMENTS

    (I dont have children but Im guessing it wouldnt be

    the worst thing if they slept in an extra hour)

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  • P H O T O S B Y M I L A N C O S T U D I O S

    B O O M B A L O O M A G A Z I N E | 4 1

    What are some of your favourite stores to find fabulous Childrens Decor?

    Homesense, Potterybarn Kids, The Cross

    You recently launched a NEW clothing line with Style for the Priv based out of Vancouver, BC. Um, totally cool...whats one HOT item our Mommas MUST HAVE this winter from your line?

    THE RHONDA HAT for sure!!!! Bad hair days arent an

    issue with this baby!

    British Columbia, Canada is home to you..Tell us one thing you LOVE about Westcoast living?

    FRESH AIR, shorter winters (Im originally an Alberta

    girl so this novelty hasnt worn off for me) and WINE!

    lol.

    You just launched your NEW website. We LOVE it! What are some NEW features we should know about it?

    OH, yes, I am so excited about this!!! We had SO

    much wonderful content that was getting lost so

    now popular posts are easier to find, as are most

    recent posts. Also is my new boutique and the abil-

    ity to actually shop my outfits, my decor in my home

    and my KORHANI rug line, as well as my JHFORPRIV

    line!

    You have had such an amazing year with so many NEW followers...what else could possibly be in store for you for 2015?

    Ah. followers. What a funny word. And how funny

    is it that we let it define our success I think for 2015 I

    will try to worry less about followers and worry more

    about trying to speak about what is important

    (Homeless Youth, Homeless animals, Homeless fam-

    ilies ) Try to use that following to make small (or

    maybe big!) differences. I hope to keep refining my

    work schedule to work smarter not harder and to

    spend more time with my family.

  • N O . 1banana

    bread

    ______

    Meet Tori with Fraiche Nutrition!I am head over heels in love with food made with the best ingredients, eating in good company and making your table look as gorgeous as possible.

    Ingredients:

    1/3 cup butter, softened

    1/2 cup sugar

    1 tsp. vanilla extract

    2 eggs

    2 mashed ripe bananas

    2 Tbsp. milk

    1 tsp. baking soda

    1 tsp. baking powder

    1/4 tsp. salt

    1 cup flour (can substitute 1/2 whole wheat if you

    wish)

    1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

    Directions:

    Preheat oven to 350 F and either grease and flour or

    line a loaf pan with parchment paper.

    In a large bowl, using a kitchen mixer (either hand-held or

    stand), beat (on medium-high setting) the butter and

    sugar together for about 2 minutes, until light and fluffy.

    Add the vanilla and the eggs, one at a time, and beat again

    for about 1 minute, scraping the sides of the bowl with a

    rubber spatula. Add the bananas and beat again until fully

    incorporated.

    In a small saucepan or in the microwave, heat the milk

    until it just boils. Add the baking soda to the milk: caution,

    it will foam so make sure your cup or pan can

    accommodate it! Add this to the batter along with the

    baking powder, salt and flour, and beat for another 1

    minute until evenly mixed, scraping the sides of the bowl

    again with a rubber spatula. Fold in the nuts if using.

    Pour the batter into the loaf pan and bake for

    approximately 30-40 minutes, until a toothpick

    inserted into the centre comes out clean. Cool on a wire

    rack before slicing.

    B Y F R A I C H E N U T R I T I O N

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  • N O . 2Vegetable Soup with

    Pesto Turkey

    Meatballs ______

    Ingredients:

    1 lb. ground turkey

    3 Tbsp. basil pesto

    1 egg, beaten

    1/2 tsp. salt

    2 Tbsp. olive oil

    1 small onion, diced

    2 stalks celery, diced

    2 carrots, diced

    1/2 cup dry white wine or chicken stock

    2 litres chicken stock (gluten free)

    1/3 cup chopped fresh parsely

    salt & pepper to taste

    Directions:

    Preheat oven to 400F and grease a non-stick cookie

    sheet with olive oil.

    In a medium bowl, combine the turkey, pesto, egg and

    salt, using your fingers to gently mix the ingredients

    together.

    Using a small 1-ounce scoop or a teaspoon, form the meat

    mixture into 1 1/2-inch balls. Place the meatballs on the

    prepared baking sheet, spacing apart. Drizzle with olive

    oil and bake until cooked through and slightly browned,

    about 15 minutes.

    In a heavy pot on medium, heat the olive oil and add the

    onion. Cook until transparent, stirring. Add the celery

    and carrots and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, until

    fragrant and slightly softened.

    Add the 1/2 cup of wine (or chicken stock) to

    deglaze and cook until reduced by half.

    Add the 2 litres of chicken stock and the meatballs and

    simmer for 15-20 minutes on the low heat

    setting.

    Season with the parsley, salt and pepper and serve.

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  • Ingredients:

    1 lb. lean ground beef

    2 crushed garlic cloves

    1 small yellow onion, diced

    c. good red wine

    3 medium tomatoes, diced

    1 large can of diced tomatoes

    3 sprigs fresh oregano

    Parmesan rind (approx. 22 piece)

    cup chopped fresh basil

    Salt & pepper to taste

    Grated Parmesan & fresh basil leaves to garnish

    Directions:

    In a large frying pan over medium-high heat, cook

    the meat for 2-3 minutes or until it starts to brown,

    breaking it up with a wooden spoon.

    If your meat is extra lean you may need to add a

    teaspoon or two of olive oil.

    Add the onions and garlic and cook for another 2 minutes

    until the meat is fully browned and the onions and garlic

    are transparent and fragrant.

    Add the red wine to the pan and stir well, scraping the

    bottom of the pan. Cook for an additional 2

    minutes, then add the fresh tomatoes and cook for an

    additional 3 minutes.

    Turn the heat to medium-low and add the can of diced

    tomatoes, oregano and Parmesan rind. Cook for approx-

    imately 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce

    has thickened and the tomatoes are cooked.

    Add the fresh basil, salt, pepper and stir until

    incorporated.

    Serve over freshly cooked pasta and garnish with fresh

    grated parmesan and a sprig of fresh basil.

    N O . 3GARDENITALIAN

    MEAT SAUCE______

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  • N O . 4Banana,

    Peanut Butter &

    Date Protein Smoothie

    ______

    I love smoothies but I admittedly get tired of the same old

    fruit and yogurt versions. This one is an unexpected twist

    from the norm and is PACKED with protein and fibre to keep

    you feeling full and energized throughout the morning.

    Dates and

    bananas are both loaded with potassium and fibre, and the

    whey, milk and peanut butter add a substantial amount of

    protein. This recipe serves two.

    Blend Together:

    1 frozen banana

    4 ice cubes

    2 Tbsp. natural smooth peanut butter

    1/4 tsp. vanilla extract

    1 scoop whey protein (7g scoop)

    1 cup milk or almond milk

    4 dates, chopped

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  • I LUNCH YOUBecoming a new parent is probably one of the most challenging positions you will ever take on. Strangely enough, it is worse if you have always been a high achiever or a perfectionist. People who have never failed at anything havent learned the valuable lessons that failure can provide. Luckily, babies do a great job of bringing you to your knees.

    One of the first things you must learn is to abandon perfection in pursuit of much more important goals, like sleep, and eating an entire meal within an hour. It also means letting go of the notion that there is anything like a Perfect Parent.

    New parents are so often driven to prove that having a baby wont change a thing about their lives. They will still do the Grouse Grind, go kayaking, have friends over for exquisite gourmet meals, and cuddle on the couch with Netflix once the baby is down for the night. Youve got to let that fiction go!

    Having a baby will change your life; its supposed to! A baby isnt a new car, or an accessory that can be controlled and assimilated. For quite a few years, your baby isnt there for you: you are there for your baby. You are there to protect, to nurture, to love and if that means the house looks like hell and friends coming to visit have to bring pizza with them, thats normal life.

    One of the most reliable ways to tell your children you love them is to feed them. Human beings have a pretty simple hierarchy of needs and food is right up there, a fundamental focus.

    I lunch you means pretty much the same thing as I love you. If you need help deciding where to invest the energies you have as parents, put them in the kitchen. Food brings people together; it creates traditions; it reassures and comforts.

    After all, when Max came back from Where the Wild Things were, he lived happily ever after because he found his supper waiting for him. And it was still hot.

    Joanna Piros, Senior Consultant,

    Counterpoint Communications,

    Mother of 5.

    B O O M B A L O O M A G A Z I N E | 4 7

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  • We are so proud of our Fall/Winter collection. Our team

    focusedon expanding what works to simply bring - a crazy cool

    collection to the childrens fashion market.

    The Girl's Collection was a true labor of love and we are thrilled

    with the results. The Faux Leather Moto Jacket brings new life to

    any outfit. When paired with the Queen B Sweater, it is a

    must-have look for every little girls wardrobe. The Faux Fur Coat

    is the crown jewel of the Girls Fine Tailoring Collection,

    unlike anything else, its fantastic.

    The Boys Collection has a lot of classic, original Appaman vibes.

    We gravitate to a layered look and the Jackson Roll Neck sweater

    and Western Flannel Shirts are awesome for that.

    The Boys Fine Tailoring is bigger than ever this season as well.

    The Mod Suit is now available in eight different styles to offer

    options for every occasion, which is

    something were truly proud of.

  • B O O M B A L O O M A G A Z I N E | 5 1

  • High school, plus a degree, once led to a promising career. Once is the operative word today, as many people have graduate degrees and cant find jobs. What does this mean for our children; what will their job market look like? Our children will require a highly creative thought process to build a career for themselves, and we, as parents and caregivers, must nurture creativity in our wee ones from the moment they open their eyes. Creativity is important for young children; creating something with our hands leads to a sense of accomplishment and pride. Taking nothing and molding it into something builds confidence. The more we create, the more our feelings of self-worth and individuality grow.

    For some of us, the idea of encouraging creativity in our children may seem daunting. Per-haps you dont see yourself as a creative person; perhaps you associate creativity with only artistic endeavors. Dont be fooled by that notion. We can be creative in the way we manage our finances, in gardening, in cooking, in just about anything. Consider these helpful tips when trying to encourage your children to be creative.

    Babies:Let go of all your inhibitions. Turn a rattle into your microphone and belt out that tune you love to sing in the shower. Using a rattle to serve as a variety of objects can teach your child to look at things differently and not just for their functionality. This can help them think outside of the box.

    Toddlers:Children are innately creative. Give a child a paper towel-roll and see how many different things it can become in 5 minutes: a spaceship or a trumpet. Get some basic art supplies and sit with your child for 10 minutes. Talk to your child about what he or she is creating and see where their imagination takes them. Sensory bins are great ways for toddlers to learn through play. Children easily turn piles of sand into enchanted forests and soapy water into underwater caves. Remember art materials are not the only way to enhance creativity: toddlers constantly learn through all of their senses.

    Preschoolers:Play-dates are a great way to help foster creativity: children tend to grow and learn from each other. Have you ever watched what happens when you give a couple of preschoolers a large cardboard box? The box is almost always more fun than the toy it contained. With pre-schoolers all you need to do is supply the materials and theyll let their imaginations grow.

    School Age: It can be difficult to resist hovering, but its important to give your child space to explore independently. Hovering and monitoring are different. It helps to be close by to help your child expand some of those creative ideas and simultaneously keep them safe as creative ideas sometimes take flight into dangerous territories. Having a basket filled with some art supplies within your childs reach is a great way for children to be creative whenever they feel that spark ignite. Keeping a basket of old junk around is also perfect for enhancing imaginations. Milk and egg cartons make great monsters, toilet paper rolls can become puppets and Kleenex boxes can be aquariums. The key is making sure the materials are easily and readily available for your child. Try and limit the amount of store bought toys; children should be encouraged to make their own props to incorporate into their dramatic play. Forget the costly big-ticket items and dig out the old dress-up box. Rummage through your closet, toss in that funky scarf, an old pair of heels and watch your childs imagination work.

    The Importance of Creativity for Children

    Nikki Goldman Stroh is the owner and director of Seasons Family Centre. An arts based centre for all ages

    that aims at helping develop your creativity. Nikki has been published in several national magazines and done

    numerous talks to different organizations about the importance of creativity in our lives. She strives to help

    enrich people's lives by helping them find their inner creativity.

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  • PROJECT NURSERY is the definitive authority and inspirational

    resource for babys first room and beyond, offering an engaging

    and informative platform to solve the universal challenges of

    nursery design. Launched in 2008 by Melisa Fluhr and Pam

    Ginocchiopost-college roommates and interior design enthusi-

    asts who founded the company while tackling their own nurser-

    iesProject Nursery has been heralded as a virtual jackpot of

    kid-friendly design ideas by AOLs Stylist Home and resonates

    with parents, interior designers and childrens brands alike for its

    blog, photo gallery, video tutorials, room tours, expert resource

    center, insider celebrity and designer access, DIY projects, and

    other original and member-generated content.

    In 2013, the company expanded with Project Junior, which turns

    its focus towards the next design phase once baby has outgrown

    the nursery. Striving to support a community that is not only

    growing in numbers but also aging up in both style and function,

    Project Junior is channeling the success of its older sibling into

    a dynamic new vehicle for childrens room style and substance.

    Founders, Pam and Melissa, of Project Nursery

    Design Credit, Honey & Fitz, a Project Nursery Gallery member.

    Photography credit: Jessica Delaney Photography

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  • Currently, Project Nursery is updated three times daily

    to deliver up-to-the-minute nursery design trends,

    inspirations and news for a global audience. With

    exponential growth year after year, it has amassed

    an impressive following totaling in the millions for its

    online destination and Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, and

    YouTube social media channels.

    As permanent fixtures in the interior design

    industry, childrens market and DIY culture, Melisa and

    Pam are regularly sourced for their exceptional

    approach to all things nursery. Among the many ed-

    itorial credits they have acquired in a variety of par-

    entinghome dcor, lifestyle and business publications

    and blogs, they have been tapped as contributors for

    the likes of People.com, HGTV.com, StrollerTraffic, and

    BabyCenter, and have earned the coveted title of Style

    Gurus for home dcor giant, Serena & Lily.

    In addition, the two have also appeared in

    broadcasts on CBS, BetterTV and HerSay, and host a

    weekly room tours and giveaway videos on their brand-

    ed YouTube channel. They have also lent their savvy

    mom style to campaigns for a cross-section many of

    todays most valued brands.

    Melisa and Pam have been widely recognized for their

    accomplishments with Project Nursery,

    including consistent honors in Babble.coms Top 50s

    (2010-2012), TheBump.coms Best Design Blog (2009)

    and a finalist in the Cribsie Awards (2011).

    Designed by: Project Nursery's Pam Ginocchio

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    Collection will deck the heck out of

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    Our Winter Garden Collection

    brings the shimmering beauty of a

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    out the messy footprints).

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    Our Winter Garden Collection

    brings the shimmering beauty of a

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    out the messy footprints).

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  • Alyssa and Jacquelinne's friendship began almost five years ago when the two lived only houses away from each other. They shared an immediate connection when they came to find that they both

    equally shared a deep passion for the arts and chasing a dream of simply wanting to make the world a

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    Over the past months, the two have thoughtfully curated an incredible collection of handmade toys,

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    The guide features several themed collections with a detailed list of sources as well as everything you need

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  • Where did your motivation come from to become a business owner?

    Becoming a mother and shopping around for my

    own needs gave me the idea that Vancouver needs

    a one-stop shopping destination for moms and

    moms-to-be. What I couldnt find was a single

    location for everything under one roof with

    knowledgeable staff and the highest level of service.

    I wanted moms to be proud that they shop at my

    store.

    I wanted a store where quality, safety and service

    would be the number one priority along with

    competitive pricing. I was and am a big supporter of

    Mompreneur, and of local and Canadian-made

    products. I also wanted to ensure that we work with

    companies that are mindful of their impact on our

    environment.

    AlI of this is what I yearned for as a mom; so,

    Lussobaby was born in October 2009. Not so

    ironically, my oldest son was born in January 2010.

    Why Lussobaby? What does it stand for?

    Lusso is an Italian word meaning luxury. We strive to

    provide a luxurious experience for every customer that

    walks into our stores, and we deliver it with

    affordable pricing.

    What do you hope people think of when they think of "Lussobaby"?

    We have been embraced by our clientele and are hum-

    bled by the support we have received from our com-

    munity and beyond. Weve become the go-to store for

    anything baby and kids related due to our wide

    assortment of quality products, our customer

    experience and our convenience of ordering online.

    I hope moms are proud to shop at our store as I had

    wished when I opened it.

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    B O O M B A L O O M A G A Z I N E | 7 1

  • A wife, a mother, a "Mompreneur". What is one piece of advice you have for other women wanting to follow their dreams of owning their own business?

    My advice when starting your business is firstly to ensure

    there is passion behind your concept. You are not start-

    ing it because you always envisioned being a business

    owner. Starting your own business is not easy; there will

    be lots of ups and downs. You need to be ready to meet

    them head on, and never give up!

    Secondly, set your guidelines for how you envision

    balancing work and family. Its different for everyone,

    and in my opinion, its the most difficult aspect of having

    your own business. Having a healthy work-life balance is

    a key to success.

    Lastly, make sure you setup a strong support

    network. Ensure that you have people who are

    willing and able to help in the areas that

    complement your strengths. I am lucky that my

    husband, mom, dad and mother-in-law have my back. I

    would not be able to do this without

    them.

    Starting your own business is not glamorous or a

    stress-reducer; however, it is very rewarding,

    educational and usually fun. Work hard and never give

    up, even when things may not be going well.

    What does a day "balancing it all" really look like for you?

    My husband and my beautiful boys are so dear to my

    heart that I always want to do everything for them, but it

    can also be very challenging with the business needs. It

    has taken me years, but I have come to realize that there

    are days that so many things are going on, that I just

    cant manage them all. This is now normal for me. I have

    not met anyone that is able to manage everything all the

    time. When this happens, I reprioritize and reevaluate

    everything and ask for help!

    On a good day, I have breakfast with my boys; play a

    little bit with them before I take my oldest to school.

    I answer all my emails and complete my to-do-list for

    the day and visit one of our stores before picking up my

    son from school. Then I spend some more time with my

    boys, have a family dinner, and get them ready for bed.

    After the boys sleep, I go back to my computer and try to

    get some more work done.

    Tell us one trait your kids have taught you about being a Mom?

    They have taught me patience and to always look at the

    glass half full.

    Would you like your kids to join the business when they are older?

    My dream is for my kids to follow their dreams; to

    achieve their goals with our support and do what they

    are passionate about. Nevertheless, my older son already

    speaks about joining my husband and me in our

    businesses. We encourage him to have an

    entrepreneurial mindset and we feel our approach to

    business is rubbing off on him.

    Whats the hardest aspect of being a biz mom?

    The hardest aspect is having a healthy work-life

    balance. My kids and family are my priority and I want to

    spend much time with them taking care of their needs.

    But as a business owner I have to ensure the company

    needs are cared for as well. Juggling both aspects of my

    life is a difficult daily accomplishment.

    The Holidays are almost here. Whats one family tradition you have with your family?

    We love celebrating the holidays as a family. My oldest

    son will go through all his toys that he does not need

    anymore and we will donate them to a charity before he

    can ask Santa for new things. It is very important to us to

    raise our kids to be generous, caring and compassionate.

    This has become a new family tradition in our household.

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  • Birdling Bags was founded by two New Jersey-based young moms and bestfriends, Courtney and Meagan.

    Born out of the need for an organized travel bag, Birdling Bags has grown into a necessity for

    family ventures away from the nest.

    O R G A N I Z E E V E R T H I N G .

  • In 2012, Courtneys daughter Tess was born.

    Courtney went to pack Tesss stuff for their first

    weekend away and even though Tess was only nine

    pounds, it seemed she needed to pack a ton for her.

    A weekend away with a baby is hard enough, but

    she quickly realized that her unorganized bag made

    it that much harder. After unpacking, she was not

    sure who was a bigger jumbled mess -- her bag or

    herself. Feeling frustrated, she knew that there had

    to be a better way. The idea for their flagship Week-

    ender bag came one sleepless night soon after.

    She knew that Meagan, her childhood friend and

    creative mother to three little children, would be

    the perfect partner to make this dream a reality.

    After researching the market they realized there

    is a major lack of high quality and functional

    family travel bags. After one year, five prototypes,

    three manufacturers and four kids between them to

    chase after, they finally got it right! They are

    proud to say the bags are American made.

    From the brass hardware and oversized

    zipper, to the heavy duck canvas and genuine

    leather, it is clear that no corners were cut during the

    manufacturing process. Knowing the wear and tear

    traveling with kids can put on anything (or any-

    one) they created a bag that will stand up to most

    challenging trips, while maintaining a classic look.

    Since officially launching in May 2014, the consum-

    er response has been overwhelmingly positive. The

    past six months have been very busy for them

    and they have been shipping bags all over North

    America and overseas to the UK, India, and even as far

    as Australia. They have expanded their collection to

    include a smaller overnight bag as well as kids

    t-shirts and have more products in the works. Their collec-

    tion is sold through their online boutique www.birdling.

    com as well as in a handful of New Jersey retail boutiques.

    Today, these two moms spend their days growing the

    Birdling brand and their young families. Between

    trips to the manufacturing warehouse, the post office

    and of course picking up their kids from school, these

    two momtrepreneurs wouldnt have it any other way!

    A U D R E Y B L A K E P H O T O G R A P H Y

    B E A U T I F U L L Y .

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  • Recently we attended a wonderful pop-up shop event jointly hosted by Meadow Gifts

    and Apparel in Gastown and The Littles list. Here are some of the products and people

    from that day!

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  • Author: Malika

    Cuisine: tapas

    Serves: 4

    Ingredients

    1-2 cups of peeled and chopped squash

    1 baguette (I used ciabatta)

    package of goat cheese chvre

    2 sprigs of sage

    1 pinch nutmeg

    1 pinch of salt

    1 pinch of cinnamon

    1 tbs maple syrup

    Instructions

    1) Toss the squash in a bit of olive oil and bake

    the squash on a baking sheet with parchment

    paper in the oven at 400 degrees for 15-20 min.

    The squash should be soft enough to mash.

    2) Mash the squash in a bowl and add the salt,

    syrup, cinnamon and nutmeg. Let cool for a few

    minutes.

    3) Slice the bread and layer the chvre, squash

    and broken up sage on top.

    4) Serve and enjoy!

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