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Hub Climbing: Serious Indoor Climbing That’s Fun for the Whole Family
It can be hard to find family-friendly activities that will appeal to everyone in your crew when you have kids with a variety of ages. Enter Hub Climbing: an18,000-square-foot facility with top ropes climbing, a huge bouldering area, a yoga studio and a fitness centre.
Why I’m in Mourning Over My Child’s Security Blanket
I think I’m grieving, if it’s possible to grieve the loss of your child’s need for their security blanket. Or maybe I’m mourning my daughter’s actual security blanket? I’ve known Clancy the Bear, after all, for nearly 15 years, longer than I’ve known my own daughter.
Why Ontario Should Save Parent Relief
Parent relief is designed to help parents who need short-term, occasional childcare so they can attend appointments, go to meetings or run errands. Unfortunately, other Ontario families will soon no longer be able to access it as the province has announced that it would stop funding at the end of 2018.
Last-Minute PD Day Activity Ideas in Ottawa for April 27
Many kids in the Ottawa area are scoring another PD Day on Friday, April 27, and while students will be excited to have the extra day off, parents may be left scrambling to try and keep the kids busy. Here are a few last-minute ideas for you.
Going Home Early After Birth Actually Can Be Normal, So Why Are We Judging Kate Middleton?
I do feel for Kate, and the responsibilities she has as the mother of the future king. But one thing Kate catches criticism for I fully understand. I completely understand why Kate leaves the hospital so soon after giving birth.
After Infertility, Certain Aspects of Mom Culture Make Me Wince
I’m certainly not trying to negate what an incredibly exciting time pregnancy and pending motherhood is, but I’ve lived through an experience that puts all others that come after it into perspective.
A Week’s Worth of Dinners: Planned Out For You
This weeknight meal plan is complete with suggestions for tasks you can do on the weekend to make the week a little easier, some great recipes and even a printable grocery list to get you started.
Five Things I Absolutely Refuse To Cheap Out On For Myself
I’m sorry, but just because I’m a mother, and obviously should be saving my money for my kids, there are certain things that I absolutely refuse to cheap out on…for myself.
Here’s Where to See Waterfalls Up Close in the GTA
You may be surprised to hear that the waterfall capital of the world—with over 100 waterfalls in the area—is this close to home.
Veggie and Hummus Pots
Here’s a cute, fun and creative way to serve up hummus and veggies to your little ones this season.
The Top Tech Tools to Protect Your Kids Online
From protecting your child’s personal information online to limiting screen time and blocking out dangerous content—these tech tools are a huge help for the modern family. Here’s a round-up of some great choices.
This Calgary Storage Company Will Pick Up & Deliver Your Stuff
This Calgary company will drop off storage boxes, pick them up same-day, store them securely, and deliver them to your door again.
What I Learned About Myself After My Husband Cheated
I refused to entertain any narrative other than he cheated, he’s a bastard, end of story. And I had a pathological quest to uncover why my husband cheated.
What is a ‘Theyby?’ Gender Creative Parenting is the Latest Trend
What is Gender Creative Parenting? Parents are actively making the choice to withhold their child’s gender, and refer to their children as, ‘their, them, they,’ or just by the first letter of their child’s name. Thus, the short-form ‘Theyby’ (Get it? No gender + baby = Theyby).
Fun, Hands-On Places to Take Your Kids to Learn About Nature
With Earth Day coming up, you might be looking at how to teach your kids about nature in the Lower Mainland outside of the classroom. Here are some great ideas for you to explore.
Earth Day Activities To Do With the Kids in Ottawa
If you want to take part in an Earth Day event happening across the city on Saturday or Sunday, here’s how your entire family can be green this weekend.
OCR Academy is Like Ninja Training for Kids (And Fun For You, Too!)
OCR has unique kids’ programs that are focused on fitness and movement, so there’s no way you’ll ever hear ‘I’m bored!’ again. Plus, there are programs for adults too, family drop-in programs, and summer camp options—making this place great for the entire family.