Most people are unaware that heart disease is the Number 1 killer of women The last thing Sarah Fields expected was to be a patient at the University of Ottawa Heart Institute. Fields had always been an active person. The […]
pregnancy
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 […]
Easy tips for healthier teeth
Pregnancy can lead to dental problems in some women. Here’s how to ensure your pearly whites get the care they need You have everything to smile about — you’re expecting a baby! But studies show that pregnancy can lead […]
The more things change
A part of the community for almost 90 years, the commitment of St. Mary’s Home to parents and kids has never wavered Times have changed since 1933, but what hasn’t changed is St. Mary’s Home’s commitment to young parents and […]
Baby on board? Keep your food safe
When you’re pregnant, food safety is more important than ever because you and your unborn baby are at an increased risk of foodborne illness or food poisoning. Your immune system is weakened, making it harder to fight off infections and […]
A labour of love
Fifteen years ago, Suzanne Smith’s newly pregnant daughter Shannon lamented that there wasn’t a maternity store in Ottawa that could outfit her in the way she wanted as a professional working woman. Unable to find anything that was suitable […]
Preparing for baby
A new baby is the new beginning of all new beginnings! In an excerpt from her new book, Raising Your Kids Without Losing Your Cool, author Shantelle Bisson tells Parenting Times readers how to get ready for your new arrival […]
Twice as nice
Multiples account for three percent of births in Canada. Ottawa twin parents share that while the challenges are there, parenting twins is twice as fun When Sean Sisk and his wife learned that they were expecting twins during their 12-week […]
The greatest love, the biggest loss
One of the most tragic things a parent – or anyone – can experience, the loss of a baby changes a family Editor’s note: Please note there is a trigger warning for this story, as it is about infant […]
New parents? Here are 5 tips for dealing with stress
As joyful as having a new baby can be, it also has its challenges When you have a new baby, the lack of sleep and a demanding schedule can leave you feeling worn out. One important way to help protect […]