Lisa's Page

About My Family

traditional family - SAH mom and policeman dad, 2 kids, a dog and a huge mortgage...

What are your children's names and birth dates?

Samuel is 4.5 and Luc is 2, our other baby is a 5 year old German Shepherd

Are you considering having more?

no

How would you describe your parenting philosophy?

I would probably be called an attachment parent but I frankly am just doing what I think is best for my kids and our situation. I just try to keep my sense of humour in tact to the best of my ability.

What's your favorite parenting book (if any)?

"touchpoints" by Dr. Brazelton

What are your family’s favorite books and toys?

trains, cars, anything with wheels, tools, kitchen, dress up bin, etc
So many books, so little time - both boys love books and we have many many favourites - Robert Munsch, I spy books, fairy tales. We are also a bilingual family so we read many french books as well.

What are your family’s favorite TV shows or movies?

tv is limited in our house but Kids CBC in the morning and Dora/Diego at dinner making time and a few french channels on the weekend.

What are your family's favorite foods?

pasta, curried chicken, salmon and seafood, fruit

What are your family's favorite places to hang out?

outside, the beach, the park, local arts/cultural events

What one adjective would you choose to describe your household?

busy

What do you see your kids doing when they grow up?

policemen, artist, stock broker or banker, brain surgeon

Describe your most humbling parenting moment.

oh, there have been soooo many but probably holding my colicky 3 month old up while he was screaming at 3 a.m. and asking him "what is wrong with you??", and not in a sweet, cooing-voice way...

Who are you looking to meet on The Playground?

other like-minded SAH moms