Kids & Company Blog

Building Gross Motor Skills Outdoors in Preparation for Kindergarten

Posted on: Wednesday June 21st, 2023

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This blog is written by our guest author, Kasha Pyka, who is a Pediatric Physiotherapist from Toronto Kids Physio. Kids Physio provides pediatric physiotherapy services across the country; as babies, kids, and teens function differently from adults, and their spaces and team are equipped to provide the highest quality physiotherapy care, delivered in a FUN… [read more]

How Parents Can Model Behaviours of Allyship

Posted on: Wednesday June 14th, 2023

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This blog is written by our guest author, Tristan Coolman, President of Pflag Canada York Region. Pflag is an LGBTQ2IA+ support, education, and resource network who hold support meetings for queer community members and their loved ones.  Conversations around sexual orientation and gender identity are often the conversations parents fear the most for a variety… [read more]

Celebrating Pride Month!

Posted on: Friday June 2nd, 2023

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With over 20 years of experience in the child care space, we know that embracing diversity starts with teaching children to celebrate what makes them unique. Diversity is one of Kids & Company’s Kidco Way core values — we hire, teach, and grow grounded in the belief that differences should be embraced, and diverse backgrounds… [read more]

Sharing Stories & Building Bonds: Books to Celebrate Dads!

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Snuggling up with a book as a family provides time for connection and shared conversation, and is a magical bonding experience overall. Take a look at our recommended reading list for books that help us express our love and appreciation for all that our dads and fatherly figures do!   My Dad Loves Me! by… [read more]

Navigating Your Child’s Sleep While Traveling

Posted on: Friday May 26th, 2023

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This blog is written by our guest author, Alana Metallo, Certified Sleep Consultant from MetaSleep Consulting. MetaSleep helps families navigate sleep and live a well-rested lifestyle. Through consultation, they educate, guide, and support families about the benefits of healthy sleep, and help parents create a customized sleep routine for their child’s naps and bedtime.  … [read more]

Developmental Milestones for Children from 36-48 Months

Posted on: Tuesday May 16th, 2023

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This blog is written by our guest authors Samantha Martin and Hillary Ng, physiotherapist from Toronto Kids Physio. Kids Physio provides pediatric physiotherapy services across Canada; as babies, kids, and teens function differently from adults, and their spaces and team are equipped to provide the highest quality physiotherapy care, delivered in a FUN and engaging… [read more]

Developmental Milestones for Children from 24-36 Months

Posted on: Tuesday May 9th, 2023

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This blog is written by our guest authors Samantha Martin and Hillary Ng, physiotherapist from Toronto Kids Physio. Kids Physio provides pediatric physiotherapy services across Canada; as babies, kids, and teens function differently from adults, and their spaces and team are equipped to provide the highest quality physiotherapy care, delivered in a FUN and engaging… [read more]

Developmental Milestones for Children from 12-24 Months

Posted on: Thursday May 4th, 2023

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This blog is written by our guest authors Samantha Martin and Hillary Ng, physiotherapist from Toronto Kids Physio. Kids Physio provides pediatric physiotherapy services across Canada; as babies, kids, and teens function differently from adults, and their spaces and team are equipped to provide the highest quality physiotherapy care, delivered in a FUN and engaging… [read more]

Ways to Show Love This Mother’s Day

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Mother’s Day is the best opportunity to celebrate the mothers and the motherly figures in our lives and find ways to express our love and appreciation for all that they do! Love takes form in many shapes and sizes; see below for a list of ways to express love and gratitude this Mother’s Day –… [read more]

Why Early Intervention is Critical in Children’s Mental Health

Posted on: Monday May 1st, 2023

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This blog was written by our guest author Julia Swaigen, Director of Attuned Families. Mental health problems in children and youth are a growing concern, and the need for early intervention cannot be overstated. Mental health disorders affect one in six children between the ages of 6 and 17, according to the World Health Organization…. [read more]