With food prices on the rise, many families are feeling the pinch when it comes to grocery shopping and meal planning. But don’t worry—there are plenty of simple ways to shop smart and plan meals without breaking the bank! By being a little more mindful of how we shop and what we cook, we can make a big impact on…
The very first day of school for any child can be exciting and scary all at once. Add in emotions that you might be feeling as a parent, and it can get overwhelming! We have some great tips for the first day of school from parents that will help you prepare for this exciting milestone! Packing For the First Day.…
You’ve heard it a million times: “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” but how can we practically relate this to illness prevention? Changes to lifestyle will go a long way to preventing illness as you support the body to function optimally. Some changes include avoiding refined sugars and grains, be sure you get enough vitamin D…
One of the hardest decisions parents make in the first year of their child’s life is choosing the right daycare option. There is a lot to consider from a logistical standpoint, for example – Do I want care close to work or home? Is childcare available during the hours that I work? Can we afford it? Add in the emotional…
Choosing someone to care for your child when you return to work is one of the most challenging decisions to make. Wondering what to ask when you meet a potential licensed home childcare Provider? Here are some questions that you can use in your interviews with potential Providers: How long have you been caring for children in your home? What…
Are you wondering how to keep your children engaged and learning this summer? Don’t worry; you don’t have to run out and purchase workbooks to keep your children learning during the summer months. Learning can be easy and enjoyable during summer. Did you know that keeping your kids engaged in learning over the summer months can prevent the “summer slide”? …
Parents in Ontario have been waiting decades for more affordable daycare options, but they don’t want to compromise on the quality of the experience for their child – and nor should they! Not all childcare options are the same, even under the Ontario regulations and under the new Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care plan (CWELCC), and parents are looking…
Movement is important for childhood development. In group settings, planning activities that all children can participate in is the goal of educators and families, but these activities are not always the easiest to plan. To ensure activities are inclusive, change your mindset to focus on the process vs the final result – meaning that the key is the children being…
The last few months of the year are filled with family celebrations in many cultures. This time of year presents a unique opportunity to teach children about different celebrations and observances such as Diwali, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa and Christmas. In daycare, we focus on ensuring that all children feel welcome and have a true sense of belonging and having the opportunity…