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Fujifilm X-T100 Review | Show Me Your World

I shared about the Fujifilm X-T100 quickly over on my Instagram but now its time to dive in a little bit deeper. As you all know, taking photos is part of my weekly life as a blogger. I’ve never been in front of a camera as much as I am now and I’m living for it.

With that in mind, I want to grow and advance my photography skills in any way that I can. Not only to use for personal reasons but to gain more knowledge about how photography works.

I’ve had a few weeks to play around with the Fujifilm X-T100 and it’s now my new go-to camera. I’ve taken it on our adventures playing tourists in our city. Driving further each time we decide to explore.

This time we made it out to Vedder River in Chilliwack, BC.

Keep scrolling for my review.

Photos by: Julie Christine Photography

All About the Fujifilm X-T100

While your phone might be good for a quick snap, the Fujifilm X-T100 allows you to capture 24-megapixel images. This means a better resolution for your photo which is measured in megapixels. The more pixels your camera has, the more detail it will capture. Making any larger photo that you capture clear with no blur or grain!

I love developing the photos that are taken of us professionally to decorate my home. Which is why I love the Fujifilm X-T100! The quality of the photos is just as great plus I have the convenience of looking at all the bloopers we take haha!

The camera itself is retro styled, not too heavy or bulky; it fits perfectly in my hand.

It comes with the classic Fujifilm settings so that you can easily play with colour, contrast, saturation, etc. Basically, a whole bunch of presets in JPEG mode so that you don’t feel intimidated or overwhelmed.

It’s well known for several years now that Fujifilm has the best JPEG engine in the business. Often replicated but never duplicated! The sheer simplicity of treating the camera as film is fun and freeing.

Fujifilm is great for those who want consistency in their photos, are looking for that classic “film” look and who don’t want to play around with the natural colouring of the real photo.

Once you start feeling comfortable you can easily switch up the settings RAW.

Fujifilm X-T100 Features

  • Shoot & Share on the go with the mobile app
  • 24MP APS-C MOS Sensor
  • Electronic Viewfinder
  • Three-Way Tilting Touchscreen
  • FujiFilm Creative Filters
  • Mode Dial – Easily switch between settings
  • Retro design – Lightweight & comfortable to hold
  • Available in three different colours

Here are the photos I took using the Fujifilm X-T100, edited in Lightroom using the LXC presets 🙂

As you can see, the quality was not altered when I converted the images from RAF to JPEG! I always use the LXC presets because it matches the colours and style I’m going for!

I included the bloopers as well because I thought they were cute and want to remember how the kids were that day. They really loved exploring Vedder River. Taking off their shoes and wading around while I snapped photos of them.

It was super cute seeing the boys react to themselves on the touchscreen which prompted them to make silly faces. Another great feature is that the camera has face detection that automatically turns on when in selfie mode. A huge help when the boys don’t want to stay still haha! Oh motherhood.

Documenting their childhood is extremely important to me. I don’t have any pictures of myself when I was younger. So having a camera like the Fujifilm X-T100 to bring along during our adventures is great because all of us can enjoy a little something.

Overall

With so many great features and the retro look of the Fujifilm X-T100 it’s no wonder why it’s becoming a must-have camera.

To be totally honest, the feature I love the most is the rotating swivel touchscreen. Great for taking selfies and group shots. Most cameras with a touchscreen viewfinder don’t have the swivel, so I really appreciate that feature!

Not only can the X-T100 produce breath-taking stills, but it’s great for video! With 4K recording and the option to capture footage in full HD. I see more youtube videos in my future.

As a beginner in taking photos, I really appreciate It is extremely user-friendly, you don’t have to be a professional photographer to figure this camera out. I actually watched a few video reviews first to get comfortable with it.

Are you pumped about it yet?!

If so, Fujifilm currently has a chance for you to win one for yourself!! All all the details over on their microsite: Fujifim-xt100.com

How do you show your world?! Let me know in the comments 🙂

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Break away with The Burrard Hotel | Enter to Win 2 Nights Free

Ever heard of a Girls Night Out? Well, what about a “Moms Night Out”?The Burrard Hotel is here to save the day!

Basically the same thing but with moms that are in desperate need of “girls night” away from their children. What’s better than heading out to the core of Downtown Vancouver for an evening full of fun and laughter with your fellow mamas?

Photo credit: Love Diana B

Moms Night Out | The Burrard 

Well, if you’re anything like me, you’re tired, need a break from your daily routine and most importantly, want a night of uninterrupted sleep.

Tara and I from @misstarateng decided that we had enough!  We were both celebrating our birthdays in August, so why not celebrate together? It was time to treat ourselves to a girls night in the City and break away from our daily routines as moms.

It seemed like the universe agreed because our night out came together perfectly. We planned on having dinner with a few girlfriends then head to The Burrard; where we would all rendezvous! It was basically our basecamp for the night, Ha Ha!

The inviting summery California vibes of  The Burrard had both of us swooning all night! Loved the retro feel, the colours, the artwork, it all works so well together. The courtyard made for a great photo opp the next morning

{Keep scrolling to see some of the photos!}

Eat, Drink & Mingle

The Burrard is nestled right in the middle of Downtown Vancouver, which is what we were looking for while planning our night out.  It is walking distance to Granville St, Davie St, Yaletown, and of course, Burrard St.

Funny enough, I worked down the street of the Burrard a couple years back before I decided to switch offices closer to home. I always wanted to go in and check it out, but with my busy work and mom schedule, I never got the chance to. Now that I have, I’m living for the retro, summery, so-cal vibes. You don’t feel like your in Vancouver! I definitely want to come back again and get a closer look at those palm trees 😉

My absolute favourite place to grab comfort food is Burgoo, which just so happened to have opened up underneath the Burrard. Which I was sooooo thankful for after our night out. Comfort food for the win 😛

Enter to Win Two Night’s Stay at The Burrard Hotel

I was so excited to finally get away from my daily routine as a mom. Honestly, I did feel little relieved being away, even if it was only for 24 hrs. I haven’t been away from Isaiah since he was born 14 months ago! I was in desperate need of a moms night out. Which leads me to our giveaway!

The Burrard and I have teamed up to giveaway a two night’s stay for you and a friend! Use the Rafflecopter form before to enter.

I have no doubt in my mind that you will enjoy your stay:)

a Rafflecopter giveaway
 

*Winner must be 18+ to enter and live in Canada. The Burrard Hotel will be in contact with the winner once giveaway has ended and the winner’s name will appear on the Rafflecopter form below once selected. Good luck!

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Gerber Organic Purees With Smart Flow | Introducing Baby to the World With Gerber Baby

GERBER Organic Purées have been a staple in my diaper bag for the past few months. They are extremely easy to travel with due to the smart flow spout, which regulates the flow of purée and makes for easy self-feeding.  In addition, I don’t have to worry about an accidental spill, which keeps all our beloved items inside my diaper bag clean while we explore.

The GERBER smart flow spout makes it easy for Isaiah to self-feed with less mess. So of course, I bring the GERBER Organic Purées along on all our adventures.

Similar: Introducing New Flavours With Gerber Baby | Gerber Organic Purees

Photo credit: Julie Christine Photography

Introducing Baby to the World with Gerber Organic Purees

Isaiah absolutely loves exploring the world around him. We recently took our first trip to Vedder River located in Chilliwack, BC. I loved watching him pick up rocks, put them down and then repeat. It’s like he’s trying to figure out what they are.

Don’t worry I was right next to him the whole time! I made sure that he wasn’t getting into any trouble 😉 Everything is new and intriguing to his curious mind so you can never be too cautious.

I’m trying to capture as many of these firsts as I can, while also ensuring that he gets the best nutrients to help him grow.  GERBER Organic Purées are great to keep on hand while your little discovers the world around them.

It is safe to say that he really got into the exploring because he ended up changing his clothes for the car ride home. BUT I think that’s the beauty of being so innocent. Everything is fun at this age and I really love watching him figure it out.

 

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Exploring with new tastes and textures using Gerber Organic Purees

Just like his big brothers, Isaiah wants to get into everything. Whether it be with food, playing at the beach or getting downright dirty with mud you bet Isaiah is right there touching and feeling all the textures.

GERBER Organic Purées are a great way for Isaiah to refuel while he explores the world around him. I would do anything to keep my children safe, healthy and strong. One way I do that is by ensuring that I let them be kids!

Navigating through motherhood is like riding a wild rollercoaster. There will be ups, there will be downs but for some crazy reason you hang on!

Probably because you know that at the end of that ride, you would hop back on again just to make sure that your children are happy. Bringing GERBER Organic Purée pouches along with you on that ride will make it a little bit easier to ensure they get the nutrients they need to grow up strong and healthy 🙂

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Heavy Eyes Happy Hearts | Is Hiring a Sleep Consultant Worth it?

As a sleep-deprived parent, making the decision to work with Lara from Heavy Eyes Happy Hearts sleep consulting was a game changer!

They say you lose 44 days of sleep in your babies first and I would beg to differ. When you add 1 more child to make it 3, you are literally waving your sleep goodbye.

Before Heavy Eyes Happy Hearts Sleep Consulting

I think the hardest part of becoming a mom of three was figuring out a balance. I remember when I first had Isaiah I asked on my Facebook “Which child do I put to sleep first? The Newborn or the Toddler?” Many people responded by saying the toddler since the newborn wouldn’t need much structure yet.

That worked but things eventually changed and it was Isaiah who needed to be put to bed first.

After about 10 months of winging bedtime. I got fed up.

I wasn’t sleeping. When I eventually got Isaiah to sleep, he would wake up every 30 minutes until I went up to breastfeed or cuddle him. It made it extremely hard to get any blogging or housework done.

Isaiah also co-slept for 10 months which made it difficult for me to enjoy my sleep to the fullest. We co-slept because I was breastfeeding and it was easier for me to have him next to me.

Towards the end of the day, I felt like a walking mombie {aka mom zombie}.

SO sleep deprived, SO fed up and SO over it.

During the Process | Heavy Eyes Happy Hearts Sleep Consulting

Funny enough, I wanted to work with Lara back when Abel was a toddler. BUT I wasn’t ready. I didn’t want to commit to the process of change.

However, this time around, I KNEW it had to be done or else it would be like this forever.

I basically begged Lara to help me, that’s how desperate I was.

We started off with the initial phone consultation to make sure that she could help us! I voiced my concerns, the problems we were having at bedtime and how I wanted our bedtime to look like.

A few days later she came back with a game plan for us based on what we told her. She said that things were about to get a little bit harder before they got better.

She was right.

Things DID get harder.

I’m not gonna lie, you have to be committed to the process. Which I was.

Every day for 21 days, I would check in the morning to let her know how things went the night before. We switched things almost every night until we felt like we had things under control.

After the Process | Heavy Eyes Happy Hearts Sleep Consulting

The whole process was an emotional rollercoaster but at the end of it all, we got what we wanted! And that was for Isaiah to sleep in his own crib from 730pm (with one night waking to feed) and back to bed until morning time.

It was bittersweet when he 21 days were up. I felt like Lara was apart of our team, rooting for us, giving us words of encouragement and overall just being there when we needed help.

Unfortunately, we all got sick right after our 21 days was up so our new bedtime routine was put on hold. However, I felt so much more equipped to tackle bedtime with the foundation we built with Lara’s help!

We are slowly getting back to the one night wake again because that was heavenly and this mama needs her sleep. I let Lara know what was going so that she didn’t feel like she failed us. She understood that life happens. I always knew I could reach out to her for support.

The main reason why I decided to go with Lara from Heavy Eyes Happy Hearts was because of her  “Gentle sleep solution” approach. It worked for us (I cannot handle the crying because I get extremely anxious).

I would HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend Lara if you are looking to help your son or daughter with their sleep routine.

She doesn’t force you to follow a step by step guide, instead, she helps figure out a sleep solution that works best based on your family needs.

Thank you SO much Lara for helping our family get the much-needed rest! To book your consultation with Lara head over to her website: Heavy Eyes Happy Hearts

*We were provided with sleep consulting services in exchange for my honest review! Head over to my disclaimer page for more information

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Give the Gift of Lunch With Dempster’s #BuyALunchGiveALunch #MadeByCanada

Starting off the School year with Dempster’s #BuyALunchGiveALunch!

Dempster’s knows that a sandwich is integral to a great school lunch. They also know that there are children across Canada who don’t have access to fresh bread.

Let’s do something about this!

Dempster's, Dempster's Bread, #Buyalunchgivealunch

Photography: With Love Diana B

Give the Gift of Lunch With Dempster’s #BuyALunchGiveALunch

When I was growing up we couldn’t afford the hot lunch program so my mom always packed us a lunch. It usually included a sandwich, fruit, a juice box and a small snack. You know the usual stuff!

This back to school season, when you buy any Dempster’s product, they will donate bread to a local food bank in need.  Which is so near in dear to my heart I had to share with you.

Not only will you be providing your kids with delicious sandwiches for their lunch bags, but you will be providing the same to families and children in need.

We recently grabbed a bag of Dempster’s bread and brought it on our boat outing {see pictures above}! It was a great way to refuel without having to worry about the kids (and us) getting hungry.

Dempster's, Dempster's Bread, #Buyalunchgivealunch

Dempster’s is made by Canadians, for Canadians

Canada is a sandwiching loving nation, but not all Canadians can easily afford them. Which is why Dempster’s is donating up to two million slices of bread to local food banks across Canada this Fall.

You bet that I will be running out to my local grocery store to support this initiative! There are 14 different type of sliced bread so there is something for everyone in your family.

Let’s spread the word about the #BuyALunchGiveALunch initiative and celebrate Dempster’s #MadeInCanada status this back to school season. So Canadian eh?

Head over to https://buyalunch.dempsters.ca/  to donate today! 

What is your favourite kind of sandwich to make?!

 

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Visiting Sooke Harbour Resort & Marina | The Perfect Oceanside Getaway

A few weeks ago our family was blessed with a trip to Sooke Harbour Resort & Marina located in Sooke, BC. To be quite honest, I never heard of Sooke, BC before! So of course, I was super happy that we finally had the chance to explore more of our province!

It was even more amazing when we were able to bring along my good friend Diana from With Love Diana B and her family along on our trip.

She is also a mama of three boys and recently started her blog (takes amazing photos),  definitely check her out.

Photography: With Love Diana B

Getting to Sooke Harbour Resort & Marina with BC Ferries

Sooke Harbour Resort & Marina is located about 35 minutes from Victoria. And about, three and half hours away from Vancouver, BC. Which isn’t that far away when you truly think about it.

The route to Sooke, BC includes a quick ride on BC Ferries. We drove on at the Tsawwassen Bay Terminal in Tsawassen to catch our pre-booked reservation. Which is super easy to do online 🙂

They ask that you show up about 45 minutes to 1 hour before your sailing so that you have enough time to check-in. Once you check in you have the chance to look around inside the terminal and check out all the local shops! I was really excited about the ferry ride because I haven’t been on a ferry for quite some time. Plus, we haven’t been on a ferry as a family unit so that was definitely checked off our list.

All three boys were thrilled to be on the “big boat” (quote from Abel). BC Ferries has a play area to keep your children occupied during the ferry ride. Wifi,  equipped with outlets (to charge your electronics), tons of seating, great food and more!

BC Ferries allows us mainlanders and tourists the opportunity to visit Vancouver Island which is just a ferry ride away. You can decide to walk on or drive on. Whatever you decide just make sure you bring your camera (or phone) to take some pictures.

Visiting Sooke Harbour Resort & Marina

Once we arrived at Swartz Bay Terminal, we drove about an hour to Sooke Harbour Resort & Marina, and let me tell you that the whole ride up there was stunning.

Sooke is such a beautiful town and I probably would live there if I didn’t have to go to work haha!

We checked into the Resort later that afternoon and our penthouse suite absolutely FABULOUS. The Penthouse suite is extremely spacious and about 2,200 sq.

Both Diana and I have a family of 5 (we are the only girls), so the penthouse suite fit our large group of 10 perfectly.

The main level features one bedroom with a king sized bed, open-concept living and dining area, gourmet fully-equipped kitchen, large ensuite bathroom, a half-size bathroom, and a full-size pool table.

The upper level consists of three bedrooms featuring king, queen, and twin size beds, and two bathrooms (one ensuite off the king bedroom).

Watch the videos below to really see the beauty of it.

Another great thing about Sooke Harbour Resort & Marina is that it sits adjacent to the Pacific Ocean. So you know that the views are stunning.

Sooke Harbour Resort & Marina is a fantastic vacation destination for anyone who enjoys the great outdoors.Think: marina, fishing charters, west coast beaches, golfing, wine tours, whale watching, rainforest hikes, and so much more.

Westcoast Outdoors

Speaking of the outdoors. Westcoast Outdoors is located in the same facility as Sooke Harbour Resort & Marina. This is super convenient for those who want a more hands-on experience touring around Sooke, BC.

I enjoyed a morning kayak using a  fast and stable foot powered Hobie kayak {no paddles are needed}. We roamed around the marina for about an hour and it was such a great way to kick off our adventure.

Sooke Potholes Provincial Park

One of the must-see places in Sooke, BC is Sooke Potholes Provincial Park. It is a popular destination along the Sooke River with an incredible view and unique rock formations. You can set up a cute picnic or you can hike the low-intensity trails along the river to find some great viewpoints.

And if you are wondering, you can definitely take a dip in Sooke River. The water was crystal clear and was surprinsgly warm.

We decided that we would use this as a photo opportunity and they turned out amazing.

Here are a couple of them 🙂 

True Key Adventures / True Key Fishing

Before we left, Diana and I snuck away for an hour in the morning and enjoyed a quick harbour tour with True Key Adventure around the marina.

It was great to learn all about Sooke, BC and how it came to be such a great town. The oyster farm is one of the biggest I’ve seen! The houses sitting around the Marina are so lucky 😛

Check out their site for all the tours, charters and more! Truekeyfishing.com

Overall

I wish we had a couple extra days to explore Sooke, BC even more. I feel like two days was not enough 😛

the town of Sooke is close to Vancouver Island’s largest population centre but a world away from the hustle and bustle of
urban life.

Sooke Harbour Resort & Marina really spoiled us and I couldn’t be more thankful. I have a funny feeling that I will be back (minus the kids).

What do you love most about BC? let me know in the comments =D

Connect with Sooke Harbour Resort & Marina

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Some of the places that we visited gifted us complimentary passes and accommodations. We want to thank those partners so much (Sooke Harbour Resort & Marina, BC Ferries, Westcoast Outdoors and True Key Adventure) for making our visit so memorable. All views and opinions are always our own.

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Learn with LeapFrog LeapStart® 3D Learning System & VTech® Stroll & Discover Activity Walker

We have gotten a head start to the Back to School season with our new LeapStart 3D Learning System (for Abel) & VTech® Stroll & Discover Activity Walker. (for Isaiah).

I was so excited to receive both in the mail because it’s a great opportunity for them to be exposed to education in different ways.

Similiar: Why LeapFrog Academy is the Best Alternative

Photography: With Love Diana B

About the LeapFrog LeapStart® 3D Learning System

Abel already loves his LeapPad and brings it along with him everywhere we go. However, I noticed that he’s ready to learn even more and that’s where the LeapStart 3D Learning System comes into play.

The LeapStart 3D Learning System is a step up from the LeapStart that we all know and love. The 3D part is great because it allows Abel to interact with the books using visuals and animation.  Which of course, will keep him interacted for a little while longer!

Your child still has the convenience of using the touch and talk technology to use with the LeapStart stylus but the 3D part gives it a little extra treat for them!

The LeapStart has a library of 25+ books (each sold separately) with more than 30 activities in every book. The books are designed for preschool to first grade which makes it a great gift for kids aged two to seven.

I can’t wait to see his imagination run wild over the next year with new LeapStart 3D Learning System!

About the VTech® Stroll & Discover Activity Walker

Now that we covered what we’re using for Abel, let’s talk about my sweet little love Isaiah.

He is probably at his most curious age right now. I feel that every day he learns something new and he constantly surprises me on what he picks up!

The VTech® Stroll & Discover Activity Walker has some pretty great features but my absolute favourite one is that it grows with your baby.

From floor play to first steps, the Stroll & Discover Activity Walker is an interactive walker that grows with your child. It even has a removable electronic play panel for 2-in-1 fun.

I love that it introduces colours, numbers, music while Isaiah develops his fine motor skills. Another great gift for the little ones in your life.

Learning with LeapStart® 3D Learning System & VTech® Stroll & Discover Activity Walker

This whole year at home has just flown by. I didn’t expect to enjoy staying home with the kids as much as I did. We are all starting a new chapter in our lives in a couple weeks (back to school, back to work, preschool, etc).

We are slowly winding up for what’s to come so I’m thankful that they have educational toys that suit their age!

Learning doesn’t have to start at school so these toys are a great asset to have at home for your littles.

Which one did you like the best? Would you buy these for your littles? Let me know in the comments!

Connect with LeapFrog

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UPPAbaby MINU Stroller Review | One Handed, One-Step Fold

When I first laid eyes on the on the UPPAbaby MINU Stroller at a local event I know I had to try it out! Its innovative, lightweight design is incredibly helpful for my daily adventures with the boys.

We also own the UPPAbaby VISTA which I love so dearly and use almost every day. So I knew that the UPPAbaby MINU would be just as great! Perhaps even more convenient?

Similar: One For All | UPPAbaby Vista Stroller Review

Photo credit: Julie Christine Photography

UPPAbaby MINU Stoller review

I’m just a mom with a mission! So when it comes to products from UPPAbaby, I trust that the quality being provided is of a higher standard than most.

We recently went on a little getaway and we brought our UPPAbaby MINU stroller along. Usually, I worry that there won’t be enough space to bring everything that we need. BUT, the UPPAbaby MINU is so compact that it barely took up space in our 5 seater SUV.

I love that the MINU is designed to fold into a compact package with just one hand and weighs under 15 lbs. making it easy for us parents to pack it along for our adventures in the city.

To give you some kind of reference. The UPPAbaby VISTA weighs in a little over 27 lbs, making it a little harder taking it in and out of our trunk. However, keep in mind that I do have the UPPAbaby PiggyBack Ride-Along Board attached to it and a lot of accessories on my VISTA.

Sometimes, though you don’t want to deal with the bulk of a full-size stroller and want to switch it up to a compact stroller.

The UPPAbaby MINU is great for those quick trips around town and your baby still gets to ride comfortably! Which I know is a big issue with other umbrella strollers.

UPPAbaby MINU Stroller Features

  • True one hand fold
  • Shoulder strap
  • Leather Handle
  • Large easy-access basket
  • Roomy and comfortable seat
  • All-wheel suspension
  • Magnetic Flap on the Canopy
  • Extended Sunshade
  • can hold little ones from 6 months up to 50lbs
  • Multi-position recline
  • Good sized pocket on the back of the stroller

Final Thoughts

Overall, I really love how compact and durable the UPPAbaby MINU is for its size.

We haven’t quite swapped it out for our UPPAbaby VISTA in our trunk because I use our VISTA to help carry all our summer items. Things like our sunshade, beach towels, beach toys, food, etc. Of course, I have Isaiah in his RumbleSeat so that I don’t have to carry him and all of our items {mom hack}!

The UPPAbaby MINU is so compact that I tuck it away under our table or in our closet for easy access. I feel that the UPPAbaby MINU is the perfect size to travel with and has a nice durable frame and definitely not flimsy.

Once the UPPAbaby releases the “From Birth Kit” you will be able to use the MINU from newborn so they can be completely reclined. Meaning that you will have the option to skip the “full- size” stroller.

The MINU is also compatible with the UPPAbaby MESA infant car seat with the adapters.

If you are looking to skip the full-size stroller and want something more lightweight, the UPPAbaby MINU will be perfect for you.

Connect with UPPAbaby

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This stroller review is in partnership with UPPAbaby. All views and opinions are solely my own. Please head over to my disclaimer page for more information.

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On The Hunt For A New Family Vehicle | 2018 Ford Explorer Limited Review

Last month, we took the 2018 Ford Explorer Limited on our trip to Sooke, BC (blog post coming soon) and absolutely loved it!

I fell in love with all the space. The optional third row was so nice to have during our trip. It was extremely roomy, fit our family of 5, plus our luggage, Nuna playard and the stroller.

Best part? we still had tons of room. It was a sad day when I had to drive it back.

Similar: On The Hunt For A New Family Vehicle | 2017 Ford Escape

Photo credit: Julie Christine Photography

2018 Ford Explorer Limited Review

We’ve been on the hunt for a new family vehicle for over a year. To be quite honest, change is scary (and sometimes expensive) so we never took the plunge.

However, after a year of cramming 5 people into a Nissan Rogue, I am definitely ready to upgrade to a newer, better and bigger family vehicle.

With that being said, we are taking a closer look at our options and the 2018 Ford Explorer Limited is at the top of the list.

The 2018 Ford Explorer is spacious, safe and looks great. Of course, the model we test drove had all the bells and whistles and I loved all the extra add-ons. But, those can get a bit pricey.

So the “build your own” on their website Ford.ca is a great tool for those on a budget.

Keep scrolling to find out all the features.

2018 Ford Explorer Limited Features

Here are some of the key features. To see all the safety, interior and exterior features head over to the website. Ford.ca

  • Third Row Power Fold
  • 50/50 Split-folding bench seat (love love LOVE this feature)
  • Hands-free Foot-activated Power Lift Gate
  • 20″ Premium Lustre Nickel-Painted Aluminum Wheels
  • Integrated Key Fob
  • Push-Button Start
  • Rear View Camera
  • Heated seats and steering wheel
  • Blind Spot Information System (Optional)
  • Lane Keeping System (Optional)
  • Adaptive Cruise Control and Collision warning with brake support (Optional)

There are honestly so many more but these are the ones I really appreciated!

Final Thoughts

If you are on the fence on which SUV to purchase or don’t know where to start. I would suggest calling your nearest Ford dealer and taking out the new 2018 Ford Explorer Limited out for a spin.

The features are never-ending and did I mention all the space? 😉

I definitely felt safe driving the Explorer around. The remodel of the Ford Explorer is extremely pleasing to the eye and I’m really happy about all the upgrades they added.

What do you think about the new 2018 Ford Explorer? Let me know in the comments.

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VTech 4-In-1 Stroll & Grow Tek Trike Review

Summer is here and Isaiah is enjoying his new VTech 4-in-1 Stroll & Grow Tek Trike. Leave it to the last baby to enjoy all the cool stuff 😛

When we received the VTech Trike, I was super excited because, in my  10 years of parenting, we’ve never owned a Vtech Trike. So finally after looking at them online, we got one in our hands, and it’s really the coolest Tek Trike ever.

Keep scrolling to find out other cool features 🙂 

Photo credit: Julie Christine Photography

VTech 4-In-1 Stroll & Grow Tek Trike

We love taking the VTech 4-in-1 Stroll & Grow Tek Trike out for walks or for a stroll at the park! It’s a great way to introduce colours and music to Isaiah, all while he learns to get interactive with the electronic panel.

Right now we are using it in the first mode for Isaiah. However, we can easily transition it into stage 4 for Abel if we wanted too. Whenever the two older boys want to go for a bike ride, we use the Vtech 4-In-1 Stroll & Grow Tek Trike for Isaiah so he’s part of the fun.

The best selling point is that it transitions and grows with your child until 6 years of age. All you have to do is remove and adjust certain parts (so easy!).

It’s a super cool present and I’m glad we received it just in time for Isaiah’s first birthday.

The VTech 4-in-1 Stroll & Grow Tek Trike Stages are listed below.

1st mode – Stroll

9 months to 18 months

2nd mode – Train

For ages: 18 months to 24 months

3rd mode  –  Ride

2 years old to 4 years old

4th Mode – Drift

4 years to 6 years old

Features of the VTech 4-In-1 Stroll & Grow Tek Trike

  • Trike transitions through four stages to grow along with your little one from nine months to six years old and includes Strolling Mode, Training Mode, Trike Mode and Drifting Mode
  • Electronic panel with LED screen features kid-friendly riding content
  • Four game modes help your child explore left and right directions, learn road safety and role-play as they grow out of one stage and into another
  • Transform the trike into the drifting mode by unlocking the back tires so your child can glide and spin freely
  • Removable accessories allow for easy transitions between stages

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Final Thoughts:

Ever since we received the VTech 4-In-1 Stroll & Grow Tek Trike Isaiah has been loving it! I think it’s pretty awesome too because Isaiah can be a “Big boy” just like his older brothers.

I love all the cool features (especially love the sunshade) so he doesn’t get burnt while I push him around.

To purchase one of your very own head over to their website below and let them know I sent ya!

Photo Credit: Julie Christine Photography

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