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Sporting Events Your Family Can Attend This Summer

While it may no longer be hockey season, there are plenty of ways to watch family-friendly sporting events all summer long in Ottawa.

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Dear God, It’s Me, Rebecca. How Praying Made Me a Better Parent

I’m not an overly religious person, so starting to pray to God, alone and out loud, came as even a shock to me.

Pick of the Week: Siliskin Straw Tops

These silicone tops stretch over and grip onto glasses, giving any cup a straw top, so you can prevent spills wherever you go!

After Experiencing Multiple Miscarriages, Here’s What I’ve Learned

Naively, I assumed having a baby would be the easiest journey for us. I had no reason to think it wouldn’t be easy.

Calling All Future Police Officers: This Police Museum for Kids in Calgary is Amazingly Fun

If you have little ones who find police officers and everything that goes with them fascinating, you are going to LOVE this place.

How to Celebrate the End of the School Year in Ottawa

If you’re trying to find a way to do something fun, put aside the school bags and jump into summer with one of these year-end celebration ideas.

Six Mini-Bike Races for Your Child to Try in Vancouver

This summer, professional cyclists from around the world will be converging on Vancouver for ten days of exciting races. And some communities are also offering free kids’ races so that young cyclists can ride like the pros.

I Want to Attend Your Wedding, But I Have Kids

Even if I really want to attend your wedding, here are all the reasons I probably can’t.

Best Waffle & Pancake Restaurants in Toronto

Here are just a few of our favourite places to get delicious breakfast dishes in Toronto that are just begging to be drenched in maple syrup. More coffee, please.

Communicating With Your Kids: The Struggle Is Real

As parents, it’s up to us to keep the lines of communication open with our kids so that when the important stuff crops up, they know they can talk to you. Here are two ways to do it.

8 Great ‘Experience’ Gifts for Dads in Calgary

Dads are pretty awesome. And yet, even though they do so much for our families all year round, they typically want nothing for Father’s Day. Here’s a game plan to help you spoil dad with a gift of quality time and a little adventure.

Fun, Family-Friendly Things to Do at the ROX

Ever wonder what’s it like to be an Olympic athlete? Families will have a blast finding out with the cool, hands-on exhibits at the only Olympic museum in Canada—the Richmond Olympic Experience, or the “ROX”. Here’s what to do there.

Last-Minute Summer Camp Ideas in Ottawa

While June may feel like a late time to be registering for summer camp, the good news is there are many fun, active, unique options across the City of Ottawa for your children.

Best Kids’ Books for Graduation

Whether your little one is graduating kindergarten, or your not-so-little one is graduating grade eight, high school or even university, these books are for you. (Cue the sobbing!)

Everything You Need to Know About Urinary Tract Infections (And How to Avoid Them)

UTIs are inconvenient, annoying, and incredibly uncomfortable. Here’s what you need to know about the triggers and the treatment.

8 Reasons Why Your Family Should Visit Winnipeg This Summer

When you think of “The Peg,” sub-zero temperatures probably come to mind. But summer exists here, and there’s plenty to do in the sunshine! If a visit is in the cards, we’ve got 8 reasons why your family will love Winnipeg.

5 Places Around Calgary to Learn About Local Produce

Looking for fun things to do on the weekend to get everyone outside and enjoying the season? Here are some of the best local produce events and places in the area to get your kids engaged and interested about where their food comes from.

How Sharing Custody Has Made Me A Far Better Parent

Sure I’m sad over the demise of my common-law marriage. Yet, a great thing has happened. Shared custody has made my relationship, and my bond with my son, stronger than The Hulk. And way more fun too!