As a concerned parent or guardian, here are some tips to ensure you’re building positive eating habits in your children from a young age that leave them energized, well-fed and ready to take on the day.
Healthy Living
‘My child is not talking … should I be concerned?’
As a parent, you may find yourself asking questions related to your child’s speech development. First Words and Ottawa Public Health are here to help!
Enjoy (safe) fun in the sun with your children this summer
As parents, you can help your children learn how to be sun safe by making it fun and by being good role models.
6 tips to help your teen stay tobacco-free
As teenagers go through high school, they are faced with pressures and opportunities to try harmful products such as tobacco.
Ophea challenges Ottawa-area schools to get healthy and go for gold
When it comes to our kids, what better way could there be to support their holistic health than by making it a school-wide focus?
Keep your child’s vaccinations up-to-date
Ontario’s public health doctor is reminding parents to keep their children’s vaccinations current.
Help your kids excel in the classroom with good nutrition
At the start of the school year, we all want to help our children put their best foot forward. And it turns out that equipping your children with the right nutrition is just as important as providing them with the right school supplies.
Green up your summer in the nation’s capital
What your family needs to know about going green in Ottawa, by the numbers.
Parenting, eco-style
From organic foods to disposable diapers, today’s parents are adopting a greener approach to childrearing. So what does it mean to be an eco-parent?
Green spaces: So good for health and wellness
The “nature” that surrounds us does actually influence our wellbeing and that of our families. Each element of nature has its benefits.