In a society where more is more, Ottawa parents discover that sometimes, cutting back is the answer Kristen Perneel had it all – a family and a full-time job as a high school teacher. But when her younger son […]
Just for Moms
Five easy-peasy pool exercises
By Gary Crayton III You already know that a swimming pool can be a beautiful and relaxing retreat, but maybe you don’t know that a pool offers one of the best workouts available. That’s because water is denser than […]
Meet a doula
If you’re pregnant, or planning to be, you may have been asked at some point whether you’d consider using the services of a doula. But what is a doula, and what do they do? We asked Sherry Trowsse, a certified […]
Above board
Nothing says hygge like a beautiful snack board enjoyed with loved ones – The BakerMama serves up three recipes guaranteed to make your next get-together merry and bright Introduction by Tracey Tong […]
Anniversary edition: The great breast debate
Editor’s Note: Flipping through the editions from the last 10 years – a veritable trip down memory lane! – it’s only fitting that our anniversary issue be a reflection on the best of Ottawa Parenting Times. We poured through the pages and […]
Thanks for the memories
Mom is pregnant. The baby is due this fall. Excitement – and her belly – are bulging. Wouldn’t it be fun to capture a moment in time from your baby’s birth day plus some of the magic from the […]
Kid-tested, mom-approved
These free – or inexpensive – outings will get your kids socializing and your sanity intact. Tracey Tong – and our preschool tester – report Whether you’re a stay-at-home parent, on parental leave, or just have the day off […]
Hair today, gone tomorrow
On top of new mom duties and fluctuating hormones, women often struggle with postpartum hair loss Alana Wagner had a healthy pregnancy, an uneventful birth, and nine months ago, welcomed a perfect baby girl. She and her husband were […]
Mommy goes to school
Going on maternity leave can be extremely daunting, what with a new little creature suddenly under your care 24/7. So too can improving your education, thanks to the pressure that comes with the assignments, tests and other commitments. […]
Is your teen ready to date?
Pediatrician Dr. Paul Roumeliotis, local moms, weigh in on teen dating Most parents would agree that the seasons of parenthood seem to fly by. One day, you bring home a tiny newborn from the hospital, and the next thing […]