I recently had a phone call with the Minister of Education in Ontario. I’m not really sure how it happened, but…
Fevers: When Should You Call The Doctor?
A child with a fever is one of the most common reasons for consulting a doctor. When is it an emergency? When should…
Junk Food: The Never Ending Battle
My rules for my kids diets* are simple:
Avoid all unnecessary sugar (
Happy Holidays (No Gifts Please)!
I absolutely love the holiday season: the lights, the parties, the food – I love it all! I always have. One thing…
Moving To Another Country – With Kids
As some of you may know, I am currently living in the Middle East, and Tracie is running the show at Help! My husband…
140 Brands Conference (Video)
Recently I had the honor of speaking at the 140 Brands Conference in New York. The concept for the conference was…
Interview with Laurel Crossley-Byers
In a new blog twist, I’ve decided to scout the globe for interesting people who have great stories to share….
To Praise Or Not To Praise
I have always been a little bit nervous about raising a girl. Don’t get me wrong – I was over the moon when I…
The G(irls) 20 Summit 2011
I recently did something I’ve never done before and swore I would never do: I took my kids out of school for…
Small Victories
Being a parent is wonderful, but let’s be honest, parenting is hard work. And although my children are healthy…
How to Keep Kids Active in Cold-Weather Months
With colder weather comes the challenge of how to keep our kids active. Here are 9 ideas for getting kids moving…
It’s Not Me, It’s You
Unless you’re wearing a curly white wig and holding a gavel, please don’t judge me. This is easier said than…
Children’s Nutrition – Smart Supplementation
Whether it’s your recommended prenatal multivitamin with folic acid or a protein powder in your fitness shake,…
Music Classes and the Mozart Effect
I have recently signed my kids up for piano lessons. Although they are 6 and 4 (two 4 year olds as I have twins)…
Our baby is growing up (check out our new website!)
I’ve just undertaken one of the hardest things I’ve ever done. No, it’s not giving birth. In fact, it doesn’t anything…
Staying Safe in a Cyber World – Protecting our Children Online
For over half of my 14 year career with the Ontario Provincial Police, I worked undercover dealing with the bad…
Tips When Entertaining Kids With Severe Allergies
Please don’t be afraid to host a child with food allergies. They’re normal healthy children who just need you…
Give Kids the Gift Of Adversity
Lately, there has been a lot of media coverage about helicopter parenting and how it affects our children. One…
Five Recreational Activities to Share with your Tweenager on the Autism Spectrum
As parents we’re always running our kids to one appointment or another. Between school, therapy appointments and…
Playing With Fire
Candles are often an overlooked cause of poor indoor air quality and can affect our health. Paraffin candles are…
Partnerships Are Key To Survival
As a mother and a small business owner I have discovered that I rely an inordinate amount on the people I work…
Why Being Creative Is Good For Kids
As an artist who has dedicated her life to working with kids using Sculpey clay, I can say that the greatest rewards…
My Kids Are Great Eaters (And Other Lies)
Over the past several years, I have slowly and deliberately changed the foods that my family eats. We no longer…
Tips For Travelling With Baby
Having a baby shouldn’t mean that you have to stay close to home. Car trips with your baby can be a great…
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Favourite baby food recipes
I have two beautiful girls and one bundle of joy on the way, and I have made homemade baby food for both children…
Tips for Getting Started Reading to Your Baby
We’ve all heard that reading to your baby is important. Buy why? And what’s the best way to start? Here are five…
Second Trimester Infant Development
When it comes to ultrasounds, the second trimester is the most exciting time for parents. The baby’s face,…
Play Creative Cafe (and More Toronto Kid Cafés)
Picture this: you drink a latte while your child plays happily within view. This is the genius of kid cafés. Check…
Tips for Treating Kids’ Dry Skin Naturally
Moisturizers and Dry Skin Treatment for Kids