Graco’s new SlimFit3™ LX 3-in-1 car seat allows families to save space in their vehicles—without compromising on safety As we enter the spring season, many of us are dreaming of summer holidays and seeing more of our country with our […]
Just for Parents
The age of anxiety
The pandemic saw an increase in anxiety in kids and teens—and even young children were affected In late 2020, Natalie noticed that her daughter, Megan, had been losing weight. It wasn’t a surprise, as the-then 13-year-old hadn’t had her […]
No place like here
New parents — and their preemies — are in good hands here in Ottawa. We take a tour of four organizations you need to know Expecting? There’s no better place to be in than the National Capital Region, home to […]
In case of emergency
As a teen, Ottawa’s Eric Roy developed an interest in saving lives. Today, Roy’s First Aid Plus teaches people how to help others Eric Roy recalls when last summer, an Ottawa mother took a course with his company, First […]
Digging deep for the planet
Vermicomposting is good for your garden, the environment and fascinating for kids In 2017, Akil Mesiwala was looking for a way to make his life more sustainable. After researching indoor composting and vermicomposting, he bought some red wiggler […]
For the love of Carolyn
Sixty years after the death of her daughter, Beryl Phillips is working to ensure children with Down syndrome receive the support they need When Carolyn Phillips was born with Down syndrome in 1948, her first-time parents had few options […]
Clean without compromise
These days, consumers from all walks of life are concerned with what goes into their water. People are doing their research, and every little bit makes a difference. But what good are ‘clean’ formulas if your clothes and […]
Staying put
More seniors are choosing to age in place. Sheryl Bennett-Wilson counts the ways millennials can help keep their parents safe When the National Institute of Aging asked Canadians over the age of 65, almost 100 percent said they plan to […]
A learning op’paw’tunity
Getting a pet is equal parts commitment and responsibility, and can teach your child invaluable life lessons You’ve weighed the pros and cons and considered the practicality of adding a pet to your family at this stage of your lives. […]
Spreading their wings
Moving out of the family home is a rite of passage — which COVID-19 has delayed — for many young people Olivia Beak-Brown had it all planned out. She and a friend had applied to be roommates at the […]