As the leaves start to change and the air gets crisp, it’s time for that annual ritual: transitioning our wardrobes from summer to winter. For parents, this process can feel a bit overwhelming, especially with kids’ clothes piling up. But fear not! With a little planning and some organization, you can make this seasonal switch smooth and stress-free. Set Aside…
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 from parents that will help you prepare for this exciting milestone! Packing For the First Day. Getting your child prepared for the…
Summer is a busy time of year, full of fun family outings, travelling, vacations, outdoor fun and BBQs with friends and family. So many memories are made, and it is so easy to snap photos and capture memories these days with smartphone cameras. All too often we take tons of photos and don’t really do anything with them. Why not…
From the mind of a Mom of four… Spring is a time of renewal and growth. But Spring can also be busy with kids because of the combination of school commitments, extracurricular activities, more outdoor play, and seasonal events. As a mom of four, I know that surviving the transition to spring can be quite a juggling act, but with…
Being the parent to 4 school-age children, I am far more aware this year than I have been in years passed about the cost of feeding my household. Rather than trying to experiment with different meals, I am more focused on providing meals that are not going to go to waste and how to make that dollar stretch at the…
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…
As summer approaches, parents are busy gearing up for outdoor fun with their young children. One essential item on the summer checklist is sunglasses. Sunglasses are not only a stylish accessory for kids but also play a crucial role in protecting their delicate eyes from harmful UV rays. However, when it comes to sunglasses for young children, parents should be…
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…