Kids & Company Blog: From the Experts

The Benefits of Eating Together as a Family

Posted on: Tuesday December 21st, 2021

Posted by: Kids & Company

With any family, whether big or small, it can be a challenge to plan and enjoy a family meal together. Work commitments, sporting events, and school schedules typically keep most families from enjoying this valuable family time together. However, research shows that children who have meals with their families are more likely to be healthy… [read more]

WeeSleep’s Holiday Sleep Guide

Posted on: Monday December 13th, 2021

Posted by: Kids & Company

Written for Kids & Company by WeeSleep Happy Holidays to all! For my family, the holidays include a lot of late nights, visiting family and friends, travelling, overeating, and enjoying holiday drinks and treats (lots of sugar!!) Do your children get overtired and cranky this time of year? Do all of the holiday commitments cause… [read more]

A Not So Scary, But Helpful, Halloween Story

Posted on: Friday October 29th, 2021

Posted by: Kids & Company

The weather is cooling down, the jack-o’-lanterns are out, and Halloween is quickly approaching. That means it’s time to throw a costume together, either for yourself or your children. Putting together a Halloween costume for young children can be stressful. Below you will find a personal story from Janet Winkler at Hacking Sophia that encapsulates… [read more]

Tips for Hosting like a Pro

Posted on: Friday October 22nd, 2021

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

  It’s never too early to start planning for the holiday season, and if you’re like me, organization is your best friend. Sometimes, it feels like the second I’m done hosting for one occasion, I’m on to planning the next. I have a few tips and tricks that I have acquired over the years from… [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]

Productivity Hacks From a Dedicated Mompreneur

Posted on: Friday August 6th, 2021

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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]

“Sleep When the Baby Sleeps” Ok, cool. What if baby doesn’t sleep?

Posted on: Tuesday May 18th, 2021

Posted by: WeeSleep

Written for Kids & Company by WeeSleep Consultants, Amber and Natalie Are you that mama googling “How do I get my baby to stop fighting naps”? Ok, out of the 40,000 results, how many attempts did you make at improving naps before becoming overwhelmed? We are here to reduce that noise. There are many reasons… [read more]

The Real-Life Benefits of Structured Music Learning (Part 2)

Posted on: Friday April 30th, 2021

Posted by: Kids & Company

Written for Kids & Company by ABC Academy of Music This is part 2/2 of our blog on Structured Music Learning. You can find part 1 here. Personal Benefits  We’re lucky that we live in an age when we can talk about the importance of the items below, particularly through the lens of good mental… [read more]

Montessori Learning at Home: The Montessori Box!

Posted on: Friday March 19th, 2021

Posted by: Kids & Company

The Montessori Box was created by one of Kids & Company’s amazing partners, Dupe Akinniyi! The Montessori Box is a curated box company that provides eco-friendly toys and Montessori materials for a range of developmental stages. Each Montessori box will provide a foundation for the growth and autonomy of your child, allow your child to… [read more]