New to nursing? You may need to try a few breastfeeding positions before finding one that works best for you and baby. Medela Canada gave us 10 positions you can try Women have been breastfeeding since the beginning of humankind, […]
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When should you start your child’s RESP savings?
You may have just welcomed a baby to the family, but the time to begin saving is now, experts say If you’ve just welcomed a new baby to the family, congratulations! Enjoy every moment — the coos and […]
What will you feed your baby?
What do all those names really mean? Now – before baby arrives – is the time to do your research It may seem like a far-off event, but before you know it, your new baby will be exploring the […]
No time like the present
Here are four reasons why COVID-19 shouldn’t stop you from opening an RESP When it comes to opening an RESP for your child, earlier is better – with some savvy parents starting to save even before their child is […]
Is baby ready for solids?
Here are the top tips for transitioning your baby from formula to solids For new parents, it may seem overwhelming to begin transitioning your baby to solid foods. When making the leap from formula to solids, there are many questions […]
Preventing food allergies
Here’s how to separate fact from fiction, writes Dr. Paul Roumeliotis In the past, it was recommended that parents wait until babies were older than one year before feeding them certain highly allergenic foods, like eggs, fish, or berries, especially […]
Getting fit after baby
Fitness guru – and mother of four – Nikki Clarke helps get you in shape postpartum Daily movement is one of the most important things humans can do to keep themselves both physically and mentally strong, and this especially rings […]
‘My child is always sick’
The average child attending daycare will be sick a dozen times in the first year Typically, as kids begin school or daycare, parents notice that their child is seemingly always sick. This is a very common complaint, and in […]
Spotting dyslexia early
Here’s how to recognize the signs of a learning disability Sometimes the signs of a learning disability like dyslexia are easy to spot, and sometimes they’re not. According to a recent study conducted by Dyslexia Canada, only 30 percent […]
Choking hazards are everywhere
Prevention is best when it comes to choking and safety Babies and young children can choke on virtually any object. Tragically, children have died from choking on things such as small balls, tiny toys, balloons, and plants. Babies and […]