Convert an old Crib into a Homework Station
The first day of school is right around the corner and with that comes homework. It is a good idea to help your student(s) keep on t...
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The Surprising Person Helping Your Child Develop Positive Relationships
Every parent wants the best for their child. This means giving them every tool to succeed in life, school and relationships. And whi...
Preparing Your Pre-Teen for Their Career
It’s rewarding and often a relief, when your child decides on a career and gets started on the right path. But for many parent...
Quick Tips for Staying Safe While Enjoying Winter Sports
Cold and snowy Canadian winters allow for many fun outdoor activities like skating and tobogganing. When your children are outside p...
Why Your Kids’ Educators Need to Stay Current
As research continues to reveal new insights into the minds and learning behaviours of babies and children, parents want peace of mi...
5 Creative Stocking Stuffers for Mom and Dad
Avoid stuffing mom and dad’s stockings with socks and specialty teas this Christmas. A desktop tea or coffee warmer Per...
5 Surprising Benefits of Working from Home
More Canadians than ever are working from home according to the latest Statistics Canada report on the subject. The latest data show...
Arthritis: A Family Struggle
Diseases affect an individual but they can also affect the family just as much, if not more. This is especially true for arthritis....
4 Tips to Prevent Backpack Injuries in Kids
Whether your kids are into school, sports or music, they all need a good backpack to lug their goods to and from school and extracur...
Accomplish Major Chores as a Family
Laundry can be a daunting task — taking time to sort, wash, and fold all the socks, shirts, slacks, and sweaters for every different...
Advancing Education: Modern Tools for Interactive Learning
Modern educational tools are advancing interactive learning, revolutionizing education. These tools incorporate technology to engage...
5 Tips for Designing a Nursery
Choose a theme. Some common themes include the alphabet, animals, colours or anything else that you feel will work for you and your...
Digestible Advice for a Healthy Pregnancy
Eating well is essential for a healthy pregnancy for both you and your child. However, defining what is healthy and knowing what nut...
Blooming with love
MOTHER’S DAY AND FATHER’S DAY ARE SPECIAL OCCASIONS TO SHOW APPRECIATION AND LOVE FOR THE IMPORTANT PEOPLE IN OUR LIVES...
3 Simple Steps for Making Mornings Easier on Mom
Getting your kids out of the house in the morning, and in a timely fashion, can often be an ordeal. Jody Loeppky gives us three step...
Colour: Your Best Tool to Organize and Declutter
In the world of décor there is an emerging trend towards using bold colours against a white or soft grey backdrop. From your closet,...
Five Tips to Get Through the Winter
Has the snow got you dreaming of the warm summer sun and hot days by the lake? For those who want to hibernate our way through the w...
How to Eat Healthy on a Budget
With food prices on the rise, every trip to the grocery store can feel like a battle against your wallet – especially if you&#...
Families And Technology
The topic of families and technology is a tricky one. On one hand technology has been blamed for creating a whole host of issues for...
Kids in the Kitchen
WE ASKED LITTLE KITCHEN ACADEMY CO-FOUNDER/CO-CEO FELICITY CURIN FOR THREE KEY TIPS TO HELP PARENTS FIND FUN, ENGAGING WAYS TO SPEND...
5 Tips to Keep Your Family Active this Winter
While it’s tempting to stay bundled up under blankets and in front of a screen during the colder seasons, it’s important...
3 Tips for Fighting Back-to-School Blues
Back-to-school season can be stressful for both children and parents alike. Starting at a new school or transitioning from elementar...
Top 10 Flu Survival Tips
It’s that time of year again when Canadians collectively brace themselves for the inevitable spread of the flu virus. However,...
Plan for a Summer of Fun – Even on a Budget
There is no shortage of exciting activities throughout the summer, but if you aren’t properly budgeting, you could be missing...
Properly Storing Household Chemicals While Baby-Proofing
There are many things parents need to think about when baby proofing their house. With little fingers around and wondering eyes, chi...