Kids & Company Blog

Creating “Yes Spaces” for Children

Posted on: Friday October 8th, 2021

Posted by: Kids & Company

  Kids & Company’s partner, Lyzabeth Lopez, posted a thought-provoking Instagram post the other day. She recounted the days before she had her son, Tyson, when she had pretty things on her coffee table: coffee table books, candles, and fancy glass trays. When he was around 12 months old and grabbing everything in sight, she… [read more]

Fall 2021 – Winter 2022 New Menu Launch

Posted on: Friday October 1st, 2021

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

We are truly leafing the past behind us as we fall into our new Fall-Winter menu! You heard me – Our FALL 2021 – WINTER 2022 menu. For the first time ever, the Kidco Kitchen menus will be running semi-annually as opposed to quarterly, which means this menu will be ongoing until the end of… [read more]

Finding the Best Toys and Furnishings for Sensory Children

Posted on: Friday September 24th, 2021

Posted by: Kids & Company

I didn’t think my youngest was overly sensitive to physical things. Surely, he was just being picky or wanting more attention. But he was my only child who complained about shirt tags, cried if I put him in footed sleepers, and very quickly became attached to certain blankets refusing to use other perfectly good blankets…. [read more]

Food Tips for Parents – Eating Healthy at Home or in the Office

Posted on: Friday September 17th, 2021

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

Covid-19 has certainly changed the workplace for many, with no indication whether things will ever go back to our pre-pandemic “normal.” While some people have made the switch to remote working, there are some people who are slowly returning to the office. Regardless of what our workplace looks like, our health and nutrition is still… [read more]

Tidy Up Time: The Importance of Cleaning Up Their Own Mess

Posted on: Thursday September 9th, 2021

Posted by: Victoria Sopik

  Written by Victoria Sopik, Kids & Company’s CEO Children love to play and make messes, but they rarely think about cleaning up after. As a mother of eight and now a grandmother of eleven, I have a lot of experience with children making a mess and just walking away without a care in the… [read more]

Back to School, Back to Routine

Posted on: Thursday September 2nd, 2021

Posted by: WeeSleep

Written for Kids & Company by Certified WeeSleep Pediatric Sleep Consultants, Natalie Moran & Amber Monette Often, during the summer months, our routines go out the window. The sun falls later, bedtime naturally pushes later, and sleep is often last on our minds. Summer is the best time to relax and be flexible with your… [read more]

Separation Anxiety, Transitions & What to Bring on Your Child’s First Day

Posted on: Friday August 27th, 2021

Posted by: Kids & Company

As things begin to resemble our pre-covid “normal” ⏤ many parents have been thinking about what the return to child care may be like for their children after extended time at home with family. This fall will be the first time many little ones will be away from home as they attend child care for… [read more]

Want the Best Shoes for Your Kids? 5 Expert Tips for Back-To-School Shopping

Posted on: Friday August 20th, 2021

Posted by: Kids & Company

Written by Dr. Michael Ryan Director of R&D, Kintec You don’t need an expert to tell you how fast your kids (and their feet) grow! In fact, it’s not unusual for children’s feet to grow up to two sizes in one year. No wonder parents feel like they’re always shopping for new shoes. With the added pressure… [read more]

Food Flavour Combinations That Just Work!

Posted on: Thursday August 12th, 2021

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

Cooking can be daunting for many, especially when trying to figure out what flavours work well together. Trying to get your kids to try new foods is a challenge and making sure the food you want them to try tastes good is key (adults also enjoy delicious food!). While there are many different ways to… [read more]

Productivity Hacks From a Dedicated Mompreneur

Posted on: Friday August 6th, 2021

Posted by: Kids & Company

Hi there!  My name is Robin Kovitz and I am the Owner and President of Baskits Inc.  At Baskits we create, produce and deliver the most beautifully elegant gifts, and are especially well known for our spectacular gift baskets and gift boxes.  We have been fortunate to be named one of Canada’s fastest-growing companies by… [read more]