Christine Persaud
With 20+ years of experience in trade and consumer tech journalism, I have covered the tech space since before social media was a "thing" and the smartphone as we know it was even invented. Writing for various technology, lifestyle, and entertainment sites, I have covered and reviewed hundreds of tech products, from home appliances to wearables, fitness tech to headphones, TV entertainment products and services, and more. I'm also a passionate foodie who loves to cook and bake, a TV show fanatic (happy to give what to watch recommendations!), and proud mother to a 12-year-old son.
What to look for when buying a diaper bag
While it might not be quite as difficult as buying, say, a new car, choosing the right diaper bag can be a daunting task. It will be your lifeline on outings for at least the next year of your life, likely more. So you want to choose correctly. Here are some tips on what to look for in one.
Review: Tiggly Learner Kit for iPad
The Tiggly Learner Kit for iPad is a great box set of interactive toys and app download codes for helping kids learn everything from how to spell new words, to the basics of adding and subtracting, and shape recognition.
Review: Fisher-Price Think & Learn Code-A-Pillar
The Fisher Price Think & Learn Code-A-Pillar combines fun with education, and even some basic coding skills so that kids from aged 3 up to 8 can play, learn, and problem-solve.
Add fun design items to your child’s nursery
Once you have the basic items and theme picked up for your nursery, it's time to have some fun. There are plenty of items you can add to liven and brighten up the decor; from cool lamp shades, to colourful throw quilts. And Lolli has plenty of options from which to choose.
What’s new in baby this September
Spring is for cleaning, and fall is for...shopping? From swaddling blankets to a bouncer, baby carrier, and dishware, check out plenty of great new items for baby from brands aden + anais and BabyBjorn.
How to set up the nursery for your baby
Setting up the nursery for baby can be a really fun experiences, but it can also be a scary one. Which colours do you choose? What items are the must-haves? Here's a checklist to help get you started.
Review: Frame It All Square Sandbox
Chances are, any time you visit a playground, your child has just as much fun playing in the sand as he does on the swings or slide. Having a sandbox at home can provide hours of fun, and will come in handy for your garden once your child grows out of it.
What to pack in a diaper bag to keep you sane and connected
Sure, the majority of what you throw into a diaper bag is for your baby or toddler. But considering that, for many moms, the diaper bag is the only bag she carts around, there are items you shouldn't forget to include to keep you sane and connected as well.
Backpack for your stylish toddler
Whether your toddler is starting preschool, kindergarten, heading to daycare, or just making day trips to the park or grandma’s and grandpa’s, a backpack...
What to pack in a diaper bag for a one-year-old
Now that your little one has reached the milestone age of one, the items you pack in the diaper bag will change. In the third part of this series, we discuss some of the items any parent should pack in the diaper bag for a toddler.