Kids & Company Blog

Fun Names for Yummy Food!

Posted on: Wednesday May 22nd, 2019

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

I think it is safe to say that every parent has struggled at least once with picky eating.  Vegetables and “healthy foods” are often not what our kids gobble down and beg for more of.  So why is it that most kids don’t think twice about taking seconds of candy and fun snacks but won’t… [read more]

Victoria Day Veggies

Posted on: Thursday May 16th, 2019

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

It’s almost here! The long-awaited, unofficial kick-off to summer. What better way to kick off the summer than a fun family activity. This weekend is often filled with annual BBQ’s or a trip to the lake, but I have another idea for you. Alright, here it is — start your own veggie garden! Why not… [read more]

Mother’s Day!

Posted on: Wednesday May 8th, 2019

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

April showers bring May flowers! Days are getting warmer, flowers are blooming, birds are chirping, and summer is just around the corner. It’s the perfect time to get more active with your littles ones outdoors, enjoy quality time with family and most importantly celebrate Mother’s Day! On Mother’s Day, we take the time to thank… [read more]

Mediterranean Lifestyle!

Posted on: Wednesday May 1st, 2019

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

In the early 1960’s, residents of Greece and Italy exuded longevity and high quality of life, causing intrigued scientists to begin to observe their lifestyles. Their researched showed that these countries shared similar exercise and food routines – focused on fresh and healthy foods.  Many people may recognize this phenomenon as “The Mediterranean diet” but… [read more]

Kent Kaufield on Paternity Leave

Posted on: Wednesday April 24th, 2019

Posted by: Kids & Company

Kent and Jennifer Kaufield enjoy a beach day with their three children years ago. _____ Eighteen years ago, having a male business executive step back from his full-time position to raise a little one was rare. Parental leave in Canada was six months long, and it was most commonly used by a mother. Eighteen years… [read more]

Feature Recipe: Monster Mango Chicken!

Posted on: Tuesday April 23rd, 2019

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

Fork Facts: Often crowned as the “King of Fruits,” mango is one of the most popular, nutritionally rich fruits with a unique flavour, fragrance, taste, and health promoting qualities. The delicious seasonal super fruit has been cultivated in South Asia for thousands of years and is the national fruit of India and Pakistan, the national… [read more]

Easter Bunny Eggcellence

Posted on: Wednesday April 17th, 2019

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

Spring is here! Which means it’s also time to celebrate our favourite egg-hunting holiday, Easter! However, in an effort to continue encouraging healthy eating in my family, this year we are opting out of tempting, succulent chocolate kind and going back to good old chicken eggs and special little hidden presents. The eggs look just… [read more]

Big Snacks for the Big Game!

Posted on: Wednesday April 10th, 2019

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

Now that the sun is staying out longer and the days are warming up, this means that children are starting to spend more of their day outside kicking a ball around or playing tag with their friends. This is also the time when I’m sure many of you start to enroll your kiddies in recreational… [read more]

Identifying and Managing Allergies in Children

Posted on: Monday April 8th, 2019

Posted by: Carina Ho

Allergies can pose challenges while eating, exploring new environments and even going outside. Most of the time for adults, controlling allergies can be easy. However, this may not be the case for younger children as they are still growing, developing, and being exposed to new things that might not already be identified as a risk… [read more]

Raising a Child with Autism: Interview with a Parent

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Posted by: Kids & Company

April is Autism Awareness Month! This initiative is a nationwide effort to promote autism awareness, inclusion and self-determination for all, and assure that each person with ASD is provided the opportunity to achieve the highest possible quality of life. Those of you who have read my previous blogs will remember my younger brother Jason has… [read more]