Sleep training an important part of family health and well-being, Mike Carroccetto reports Sleep-deprived parents – fighting to put their children down at bedtime – eventually get a wake-up call. Many children seem hardwired towards staying awake. However, a […]
Growing strong, healthy bones
School-aged kids 5 to 12 have special calcium requirements Children are adults under construction. So, their dietary needs are different from those of adults. Their diet must be geared for growth and normal development. In addition to proteins and fats, […]
Winter health myths – busted
Forget everything you know about cold weather and your well-being There are endless winter health myths that we have heard from well intentioned grandparents and parents. They have become so ingrained in us that we take them as cold hard […]
Orpheus brings out the best in its youngsters
Since 1906, Ottawa audiences have enjoyed quality shows by Orpheus Musical Theatre. Our 2018-2019 season kicks off on November 16 at Meridian Theatres@Centrepointe with Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, a charming, visually stunning, fun and funny musical, perfectly suited for lively, […]
Taming the ball hog
Any parent with a kid in sports has seen it happen: one kid running up the field with a ball, not passing it, as though his teammates didn’t exist Ottawa coaching experts say taming a ball hog is complicated, […]
Winder fun in the Adirondacks
The Adirondack Mountains of Northern New York state are just a few hours south of Ottawa, offering endless opportunities for family fun, inside and out. Ski the greatest vertical drop (1,045 metres) east of the Rockies at Whiteface Mountain, enjoy […]
A sparkling winter in the capital
From long, leisurely skates on the canal to romping in the snow at Winterlude or spending family time in the warmth of a museum or theatre, Ottawa has much seasonal fun to offer. Winter in Ottawa is beautiful. Even as […]