A new addition to the family may require some financial adjustments When Chris Browning learned she was expecting her first child in early 2021, she was thrilled. “[My husband] and I had just bought our first home,” says the […]
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Sea change
A new baby is coming, which means undertaking a big — and important — task of helping the big brother- or sister-to-be. No matter how old they are, getting your first child used to the idea of having a sibling […]
The new baby talk
You can improve your child’s long-term development by reading to your kids The first few years of life are very important for a baby’s long-term development. During this time, the growing brain is constantly forming new connections that will serve […]
Places, please!
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, […]
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 […]