Did you know that every year up to 7 million Canadians get the flu? The Canadian flu season typically starts in November and can last until March or April. If you are like any other parent, you want to do everything you can to ensure your children, spouse and yourself avoid getting the flu. One of the keys to preventing the flu is to be proactive. In this article, we'll look at how you can do this by knowing the signs, symptoms, and cures for overcoming the flu.

Postpartum depression (PPD) can happen to anyone— moments, weeks, even months after giving birth. If you are about to become a mom or know someone who is, it helps to be informed so you know what to expect. Let’s take a look at postpartum depression and arm ourselves with knowledge so we can cope with it if need be. Here are eight things all new mothers should know about postpartum depression.

Martha shares the lesson she taught her daughters after watching Donald Trump win the 2016 U.S. election over what would have the first female president. Perhaps her lesson can help you explain how Donald Trump won to your children.

While the little tykes seem to have boundless energy and be in perpetual motion, in our TV age, not all children get the exercise their body requires. Experts advise a certain amount of activity each day for optimal strength, growth, development, and health. Here is an overview of exercise guidelines, benefits, and methods for your toddler.

Choosing a nanny isn't a small decision — your child care provider becomes an extension of your family and special part of your kids' lives. While an interview helps you evaluate your potential nanny or babysitter, you shouldn't hire a candidate on the spot. Conducting a background check before you extend an official offer ensures that you are bringing a trustworthy caretaker into your home. Here are some things you should check and the reasons why it's important to carry out nanny background...

How much TV/screen time do your kids get? How much is too much? Should TV and screen time be considered the same thing? On average how much TV are kids actually watching? How does watching TV and other electronics affect children? We'll dive into these questions and offer tips to help manage your children's screen/TV time.

Teaching kids about the significance of Remembrance Day (also known as Veterans Day) is very important. Not only will children be inquisitive about what all the poppies they see at this time of year but also because it is one of the most important days in our history. Obviously, considering the graphic nature of war, it’s also important to teach kids about Remembrance Day in an age appropriate manner.

If you haven’t heard already, or if you’ve forgotten, this weekend is fall back time. That’s right, it’s time for the clocks to go back – and more importantly for parents, we can get an extra hour of sleep (hopefully) on Saturday night. So, don’t forget to turn your clocks back by one hour before you hit the hay, or you’ll get Sunday off to a rocky start for you and the kids. The following outlines some great ways to plan for the fall back time change.