Early identification of speech and language delays is crucial to a child’s life success, expert says Speech and language milestones are important and parents and caregivers need to pay careful attention to whether a child is meeting them or not. “Talk […]
Samantha Ball
Should you hire a parenting coach?
Who are they? What do they do? And most of all… can they help? Writer Samantha Ball shares her family’s experience with a parenting coach My daughter was born with a strong personality. Mary, 6, is bold, sassy, funny, and […]
Extreme Downsize
How one Ottawa family traded more for less – and came out ahead Emily Carty, 33, has always loved small spaces. Her husband, Chris, 34, and their daughter Maggie, 5, share the same appreciation for cozy living. Over the past […]
Mom leads the ‘resistance’ with jewelry line
A Stittsville mom has launched Resistance Jewelry, a line of stamped metal jewelry that reflects her passion for “family, feminism, and equality.”
Life as an everyday girl dad
Ottawa blogger Mike Reynolds, a proud dad of two daughters, explains his outspoken feminist beliefs, how he and his wife, Andrea, are raising their children to be informed and independent – and his passionate push to change the messaging around […]
Ottawa families reveal their winter traditions
Ottawa-area families share their most cherished winter traditions, which allow them to make the most of the long, cold season and create lifelong memories.
The power of saying no: why parents should embrace minimalism
Joshua Becker, creator of BecomingMinimalist.com, and husband and father of two, recalls the moment, back in 2008, that changed his life.
Fun, free activities for new moms (and dads!) in Ottawa
If you are a new mom or dad, there are a bunch of great things to do with your baby in Ottawa that don’t need to cost a thing!
‘A family in transition’
A year ago, Parenting Times spoke with Ottawa’s Knox family about raising a transgender child. We recently checked in with them again, and discovered that while the family has undergone more changes and challenges over the last year, they’re happier and stronger than ever – and even more determined to help others.
A helping hand for young parents
Ottawa’s Young Parent Support Network offers a cornucopia of resources to help pregnant youth and young parents stay healthy and on track, writes Samantha Ball. “It feels like home,” says 22-year-old Stephanie. “I never had a place before where I could […]