Kids & Company Blog

It’s Daddy Day!

Posted on: Tuesday June 13th, 2017

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

Now that summer is almost here, it’s time to soak up the warmer weather with some special members of the family! Celebrate Father’s Day on Sunday, June 18th with your dad, grandfather, uncle or any of your wonderful role models! Father’s Day is a time when you can show the important fatherly figures in your life… [read more]

Farm to Fork

Posted on: Wednesday June 7th, 2017

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

Eating local and in season can have tremendous benefits to the nutrition of our food, and can be a great activity for the family. You may be surprised at the large variety of fruits and vegetables that can be grown just around the corner from where you live! There are so many delicious fruits and vegetables… [read more]

Hydration Nation

Posted on: Wednesday May 31st, 2017

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

Long, hot summer days are on the way and it is important for us all to remember to stay hydrated! More than half of our body weight is made up of water, and we have to replace what we lose! Hydration can be forgotten when your family is busy having fun in the sun. Dehydration can happen… [read more]

Pre or Probiotics that is the Question

Posted on: Wednesday May 24th, 2017

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

Lately the media has been bombarding us with the ongoing health benefits of probiotics – but what really are probiotics? Why are they so good for us? Probiotics are a type of live bacteria that are naturally present in our gut. You might be wondering why there is such a craze over probiotics – isn’t… [read more]

Meet the Parents: When Two Elite Athletes Have Children

Posted on: Thursday May 18th, 2017

Posted by: Melissa Sawatzky

With close to 90 child care and early learning centres across Canada and the US, Kids & Company is partnered with a lot of parents and we are proud to be part of ‘The Village’ that it takes to raise children. Even though each child, parent and family is so unique, there are a number… [read more]

The Official Kick Off to Summer

Posted on: Wednesday May 17th, 2017

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

The Victoria Day long weekend is the official start of summer for many families and the perfect time to fire up the barbeque.  There is tons to do with your family over the long weekend such as going for a bike ride, having a picnic in the park or even just hanging out in the… [read more]

Meet the Parents: Real Families Talk About the Journey of Parenting

Posted on: Thursday May 11th, 2017

Posted by: Melissa Sawatzky

With over 100 child care and early learning centres across Canada and the US, Kids & Company is partners with a lot of parents and we are proud to be part of ‘The Village’ that it takes to raise children. Even though each child, parent and family is so unique, there are a number of… [read more]

Mother’s Day 2017

Posted on: Wednesday May 10th, 2017

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 little 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]

Marinades and Sauces

Posted on: Wednesday May 3rd, 2017

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

What is the difference between a good piece of chicken and a great one? What makes a regular plate of spaghetti, an amazing plate of spaghetti? It’s all about the marinades and sauces! It is the simplest way to elevate your dishes – whether you are cooking a romantic candlelit dinner or preparing a feast for… [read more]

Bean Bonanza

Posted on: Wednesday April 26th, 2017

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

This month, our students are learning all about beans and lentils as a protein in their Kidco Kitchen Nutrition curriculum. We LOVE beans at the Kidco Kitchen whether they are mixed into a stew, dip or are featured as the main ingredient in a meal. What other food is high in protein and has virtually no… [read more]