Mom Talk with Lisa of SONSHINE AND BROCCOLI
In a few sentences (we know you don’t have much time!) tell us about yourself and your little one…
I’m Lisa Sonshine, I am the “Sonshine” of Juno Nominated Sonshine and Broccoli! I was set up with my husband three years ago, dated for five months, got engaged and married six months later. My baby Zade was born December 7th (a few weeks early) and he made all our dreams come true .
Tell us all about Sonshine and Broccoli:
Broccoli is my best friend from College! We both studied musical theatre at Sheridan College. We started Sonshine and Broccoli soon after we graduated. We started teaching Mom and Tot classes for many years. The parents were so excited to find us both engaging and talented and said that our music reminded them of RENT! From there we started recording our first album… 17 years later, we have five studio albums, one Juno nomination, have toured across Canada, and are working on an animated kids series. We have built and an engaged and loyal following entertaining children and parents alike with our enthusiasm and pop/rock music. We are so passionate about sharing the messages of kindness, compassion and inclusiveness.
faves
What is one thing you couldn’t live without as a mom?
(your ultimate must-have!)
MY PHONE !! I would literally be lost without it. Everything is in my PHONE.
What are your child’s current faves?
(if it suddenly disappeared tomorrow - there would for sure be tears!)
Z loves his binky (pacifier), music (Wheels on the Bus, Baby Shark, It’s a Beautiful Day) and his stuffed monkey (MONKA).
What are three things that you take everywhere with you …
(diaper bag essentials - besides diapers!)
Lip gloss, binky (pacifier) , rattle and Z’s sunglasses.
Book Club
What is your favourite children’s book?
(a childhood fave or a post children discovery)
What is your child’s favourite books?
(bet you can recite from memory!)
You are my Sonshine (its our fav), Chicka Chika Boom Boom, and Words of Wonder by Terri Block
Mini Style
What are your favourite places to shop for your babe?
(mostly online these days I’m sure!)
I love this question ... I love dressing my boy … Walmart (mostly USA but Canada also), this amazing new online boutique Merely Me, nunu world, and amazing hand-me downs.
What children’s clothing brand do you wish they made in your size?
(because let’s face it, we’ve all once thought “I wish this came in my size!”)
NUNU for SURE especially the collab with Celine Dion.
Mom Talk
What advice would you tell your pregnant self?
(if only you knew then..)
CHILL OUT… Everything is going to be great!
As a working mom, how do you find balance between work and motherhood?
(really is there such a thing?)
I’m really lucky because of what I do it’s actually been quite an easy transition. Because I’m an entrepreneur, I don’t get a mat leave. My son was born during our slower time Dec/Jan. I didn’t know how long I was going to take off. When I got a call to do a show on family day (in February), I was ready. My husband took over while I was on stage. During Covid we have jumped to online shows and because my husband and I are both working from home, it all sort of works. I do a lot of my meetings, teachings, recording etc. when Z naps.
Who is your momspiration?
(it can be more than just one because there are so many superstars out there!)
My best friend Jess @one2giveTO. She literally just seems to have it all together always. She is hysterical about everything and literally has the answers to everything. She takes her kids on amazing adventures, teaches them about giving back to the community, and takes them with her to show them all aspects of this world. Her work/life balance/family balance shows me you can really do it all.
What has been your pandemic saviour?
(we need all the sanity tips!)
ROUTINE! My babe is just over six months . Once the pandemic hit, we moved outside the city to my family cottage and have not been back. We keep ourselves busy all day but make sure that we have a similar routine most days - lots of walks, drives, singing, dance parties and naps.
Follow Lisa on Instagram: @sonshineandbroccoli and visit her website: www.sonshineandbroccoli.com
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