Author of Manners and Me: An EasyPeasy Guide for Kids and the Grown-Ups Who Love Them, Nancy Dorrier gives the lowdown on minding your Ps and Qs Learning good manners is important because it helps us in our relationships and […]
Fun, unique, and exciting equestrian programs right in the city!
A family-run farm built with love and passion by Dawn Patterson and her daughter Emily Bertrand, Royale Equestrian Centre was established in 2007 and conveniently located right in the city of Ottawa, near Barrhaven. We are passionate about horses and […]
Your kids can triumph at Ottawa’s TRYumph Gymnastic Academy!
TRYumph Gymnastics Academy runs a wide variety of programs in gymnastics, ninja warrior parkour, and fencing from beginners all the way to Olympians. There are programs for all ages: gymnastics starts from six months, and fencing and Ninja programs from five […]
Looking ahead
Being prepared is the key to helping your daughter handle her first period Your daughter’s first period can be an exciting time for her, but it can also be a little scary. Everyone’s period is different, so being properly equipped […]
Slip and Slide
When it’s just too cold to play outside, head to the craft table to make some next-level slime – Alyssa Jagan shares from her new book Slime has changed my life. Ever since this ooey, gooey substance came into […]
A strong start
Parents, here’s how to help your teen make good decisions away from home, writes Eileen Chadnick When your child heads to university or college for the first time, you might feel proud but also worried. Will they make the right […]
Silent night, restful night
Start the new year with good sleep hygiene, writes Dr. Valerie Crabtree Along with nutrition and exercise, sleep is the third pillar of health that keeps us healthy and balanced. “Yet, as a society, we really undervalue the […]
Mastering parent-teacher interviews
You’re about to hear from your child’s teacher. Here’s how not to sweat the meeting, Antonia Cetin writes Do you dread parent-teacher interviews because you don’t know what to say, what to ask, or what to listen for? How […]
Raising kids in a cashless world
How do you talk to kids about money? By first understanding the way we handle money has changed, experts say Even if virtual transactions are the norm, teaching children to use cash provides the foundation for understanding a lifetime of […]
Childhood trauma has lifelong impact
Ottawa company Compassion Connected helps schools to help kids When we think of childhood trauma, we tend to think of overwhelmingly frightening events in a child’s life. We are often told that kids are resilient and “get over” things […]