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Healthy Living
Kids on the move
Ottawa parents share tips on how to help your child get active By Christa Poirier and Jason Haug In an age of video games, computers and TV, it can be pretty hard to pry your kids away from a screen, […]
Healthy habits for the best start
From ensuring a good night’s sleep to frequent reading and loving interactions, here are some key building blocks for your child’s success It seems like only yesterday you brought your little one home from the hospital. You have been there […]
Let kids enjoy ‘risky active play’ this fall
While the end of summer may not be a time to look forward to, there are plenty of outdoor activities that kids can enjoy in the coming months. With the leaves changing from green to red, orange and gold, the […]
CHEO asks parents to spread facts, not infection
Lifelong health begins with a healthy start, and one of the most important ways parents can ensure this for their children is by making sure they receive all their vaccinations and receive them at the right time. By choosing to vaccinate, parents are protecting […]
Understanding obesity in children and youth
New CHEO research takes a comprehensive look at the complex global health concern affecting more children and teens than ever As parents, we often worry about whether our child or teen is going through a phase, or whether his or her current challenges may […]
‘Pain is a signal our bodies give us’
Many harried parents ignore the onset of back pain until it becomes unbearable and near-crippling. Sarah Niman explains why maintaining spinal strength is crucial, and how to do it while parenting. Natalie Castonguay has five kids under age six, so […]
Volunteers Needed for a Health Canada Vitamin D Study – Appel de volontaires pour participer à une étude de Santé Canada sur la vitamin D
Volunteers needed for a Health Canada Vitamin D Study Does ethnicity, lifestyle and skin colour play a part in your child’s health? Are they getting enough Vitamin D? Does this play a role in their heart health? This winter, Health […]
Watching your baby’s eyes
When dealing with eye conditions, it can be beneficial to start treatment early. But how can you tell if your three-month-old’s eyes are developing the way they should? Dr. Annick Fournier, head of the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario’s Ophthalmology […]
Overcoming barriers to active play
Despite safety, weather and time issues, as well as the ever-present lure of technology, it has never been more important for kids to unplug and play freely. Here are a few tips to help get your kids up, out and […]