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Every child grows and develops in steps, going from one milestone to the next. Here’s a quick look at milestones for ages one, two and three. By age one, most children: Interact with their parent or caregiver. Are curious about objects in their surroundings and will try to figure out how they work. Begin to understand that people and things still exist even when they are not in sight. Say at least three words, and can identify...

“You’re lucky your kids listen to you.” As she said this to me, I had to think about what my appropriate reaction should be. It could go a couple of ways. First of all, I’m not entirely convinced that my children listen to me when I’m regaling them with stories of my work day, the new chicken recipe I’m thinking of trying out, or the reasons why that woman down the street annoys me so much. In fact, I know they’re not listening...

For most of us living in Ontario, the first day of school is the day after Labour Day. It's the day the kids (and parents) have been waiting all summer for! I'm sure your children are excited to see their teachers and friends again, and you're anxious to get back into the school time routine. The first day of school may be quite the milestone in your home. Perhaps it's your son's first day of preschool, your daughter's first day of all-day...

You can #Fit30 minutes of activity into your day. Think of it as fitting in 30 minutes of ME TIME. You know staying active is good for you, you know you will feel better after you do something active, and you know it is important to take care of yourself . . . but do you know WHY it is so good for you? How you can #Fit30 minutes in? How to start? Or What you can do to be active? Why is 30 minutes of Activity Good for You? Just 30...

Spring has sprung. I am sure of it this time. The grass is turning green, the patio furniture is calling and I am wearing flip flops! Time to get the kids outside, and keep them out there, as long as possible! The excitement of Spring is usually enough to lure the kids outside to explore whats been hiding under all that snow for months and see friends that my have been hibernating, but usually that fads in time. How can you keep the kids...

Baby it’s cold outside! On days like today when the temperature is dipping below -20 with the wind chill it is smart to stay inside and keep warm, but just because it is winter, is no reason to hibernate completely! When you live where it is cold at least four months of the year, you have to embrace winter and get creative to stay active, both indoors and out. Busy kids and an active family is a great thing! Having a list handy of nearby...

In the corporate world we all know how frustrating it can be to hear an employee mutter the words “But that’s how we’ve always done it.” With any luck, however, it can be the motivator that causes at least one person in the boardroom to take the initiative to see if they can change how it’s always been done, for the better. While it’s not always possible, great innovations can grow from creative thinking and small alterations. So...

It will soon be the start of a New Year and time to get those New Year's Resolutions formulated.  Some say they are a waste of time, but why not create a new you? Why not make healthy changes? Why not set some new goals for yourself? Why not make 2015 the year you get to the gym, start eating kale and get seven hours of sleep. You deserve to be the best you that you can be. Let the planning begin. The first step to making healthy changes is...

The holidays are typically filled with pleasant traditions and memories, but staying organized and prepared for all the festivities can be a stressful affair. Why not give yourself some extra time and check off items using a virtual approach? “Our mission as professional organizers is to help clients stay organized and stress-free during the holiday season,” says Marie Potter, Director of Marketing at Professional Organizers in Canada....

We’re moms. We are constantly being interrupted, rushed, spilled upon, emailed, texted, and volunteered. How many times have you packed a perfect suitcase for your kids but forgotten one or more of your own obvious necessities? Or walked out of the house without your cell phone or a spare diaper? It’s okay – even normal. We’re moms, and we’re very, very busy. But even with all the things that are on your to do list, you’ve got to fit...

Did you know  that the temperature of what defines a fever changes depending on what age you are? What is a fever? A fever is the body’s reaction to fighting infection or disease. Fevers are symptoms and often mean your child has a minor illness. However, did you know that the definition of fever changes with age? Not all fevers are the same depending on age.  What is considered normal temperature in a 4 year old, may be a fever in...

1. I have heard that if a mother is taking medication she must interrupt breastfeeding. A: This is almost never true. The question itself implies that breastmilk and formula are basically the same and therefore even a little bit of drug in the milk is risky. But chemically breastmilk and formula are very different: the list of ingredients in breastmilk that are missing from formulas would fill several pages of a book. The real question...