The Fresh Life

In a world where fast fashion prevails, opting for sustainable baby clothing is a choice that benefits your little one, your wallet, and the environment. However, investing in these eco-friendly pieces comes with the responsibility of ensuring their longevity. By following some simple care tips, you can extend the lifespan of your baby's sustainable wardrobe, making it last through seasons and future siblings.

Summer's on the horizon, and it's time to swap those school bags for sleeping bags, pencils for pine trees, and homework for... s'mores-work?

Whether you have babies, toddlers, tweens or teenagers, this guide will help you find the perfect summer camp (or camps). Isn't a parent's goal to make the Summer of '24 the "best ever" for your kiddos?? And give parents some down time and fun of their own (Perhaps book that overnight summer camp to coincide with booking your own little getaway!)

Introducing our adventure and fun-packed, and (whisper it) educational guide to choosing the perfect summer camp. Read on to discover the best summer camps where memories are made, and experiences are tailored for all—from the tiniest tots to the most independent teens.

At consignment boutique Fresh Kids, a customer might snag a child’s special holiday outfit and resell it after the party so another kid can wear it for a Christmas card photo.

“We love when we see things come back into our store, because it means that they’ve had a cycle of life with one kid and they’re ready for another family,” says Elizabeth Shaw, who runs the Calgary shop with business partner Caroline Frain.

Fresh Mamma is the first-of-its-kind consignment maternity store in the city of Calgary. Working with our dedicated team who curate our maternity and nursing collection, we provide a wide range of clothing for expecting women throughout their nine months and beyond.

As every parent knows, raising kids ain’t cheap. Sometimes it seems like they wear a piece of clothing once and they’ve already outgrown it before they can put it on again. If you’re like me, you probably have an item or two that’s been bought and never worn after getting forgotten in the back of the closet (oops).

But don’t despair (cue infomercial music) – there’s a solution to your troubles! Whether you have gently (or never) worn clothing items you’d like to recoup some money from, or you’re tired of paying full price for clothing your kid will wear once, consignment stores have got your back. We’ve got a list of six great consignment stores in Calgary to help you save (and earn!) money on your kid’s’ clothing to help take a bit of the sting out of their next growth spurt.

Meet Elizabeth, the newest member of Fresh Kids! This hardworking mom of three has an eye for design, passion for kids fashion, and loves a good deal. We are thrilled and honoured to have her join our team and excited for the future ahead as a dynamic trio! 

Read our Q&A with Elizabeth - behind the clothes and kids! 

The team at Fresh Kids has learned a few things about travel with kids in tow. Having 8 of them under 5 between the 3 of us (Caroline, Jenny, and Elizabeth). Here are a few of our tips for traveling.

The carefree summer days filled with sticky popsicle faces, late bedtimes and outdoor meals with family and friends has come to an end. Its September. Its Back to school. Its bittersweet. 

 Here are 6 fashion tips to help you make the transition from summer fresh to fall fresh in a flash. (Say that 5 times fast..)