by Chris Reed
Parenting is a tricky business. Just when you think you’ve found the answer to something, in comes a curveball to muck it all up. Continue reading
Have you hosted that kiddie birthday party yet? It’s the one on the coldest day of winter when parents offload their progeny at the door of Zombiezoopalooza and wave bye-bye. You’re the host saying, “Hi hi!” It’s kindergarten and, like … Continue reading
The signs were subtle. One day Jen Pilon glanced down and noticed her daughter Sara had been chewing her nails. This was new. Not wanting to draw attention to it, mom didn’t comment. Instead, she filed this development in her brain’s What’s Up? department for future reference. Continue reading
By Emily Hutton
Want a summer job? Entering the workforce for the first time can be nerve wracking, especially if you’re not properly prepared. A professionally structured résumé can really help. Continue reading
Say hello to jam hands and a plushie avalanche
by Jordan Danger
What happens to kid-free individuals who meet, fall in love and forge relationships with single parents? We develop a bewildering condition called Instant Kids. Continue reading
Good news, parents! Starting May 1, youth under age 18 will no longer be allowed to use tanning beds in this province. The new legislation protects young people, who are especially vulnerable to the effects of ultraviolet (UV) radiation, from skin cancer. Continue reading
By Barb Duncan
Did you hear the story about Cain and Abel? If you’re not familiar with the Old Testament Book of Genesis, these brothers were the sons of Adam and Eve. The older one, Cain, and his sibling, Abel, brought gifts to God one day and God liked Abel’s offering better. Continue reading
Helping Parents Adopt a Healthier Lifestyle for Kids with Weight Issues
Worried about your child’s weight and health? There are reasons parents are uneasy. Loads of kids — nearly one in three in Ontario — are dealing with excess weight or obesity, meaning they’re at a higher risk for medical problems, bullying, self-esteem issues and depression. Continue reading
The countdown is on for March Break. In just days, students will be off school for a week. YIKES! What are you going to do? Just because they get a break, it doesn’t mean you do. Continue reading
By Barb Duncan
In the summer between Grade 9 and Grade 10, Sara Cameron* registered for a learn-to-run program. Pretty soon, she was covering five kilometres with ease. “She talked about trying a half marathon,” her mom, Liz, recalls. Continue reading
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