Kids & Company Blog: Parenting

Unique Ideas for Celebrating Valentine’s Day!

Posted on: Friday February 5th, 2021

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Ideas for Families  Make a gourmet meal together. There are lots of paid classes available but with kids around you might want to go at your own pace, so just dust off a recipe book, head to Google or our Kidco Kitchen Website. Focus on things you love in restaurants but never make at home. … [read more]

These Resources Will Make You a More Effective Parent at Every Stage

Posted on: Tuesday January 5th, 2021

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By Kristin Louis Photo via Rawpixel Children grow and develop so fast that parents can have a hard time keeping up. At the same time, you are constantly learning and growing as a parent, too. These resources can make things easier, and help you parent more effectively, at every stage of development. Kids & Company… [read more]

commUNITY: Starting a business amidst a pandemic

Posted on: Wednesday December 2nd, 2020

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By: Deanna Burger I’m an optimistic person. I firmly believe we will be in a better place when this pandemic has run its course. Industries will be stronger and more innovative; we will form deeper personal connections and the way we work will be reflective of our actual lives (not our IG lives). That being… [read more]

How to Emotionally Support Your Kids through the COVID-19 Pandemic

Posted on: Tuesday November 10th, 2020

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There’s no denying that the COVID-19 pandemic has caused significant disruptions to our daily lives. But through all the mess, children tend to be overlooked, the very people who are feeling these changes the most. During this trying time, kids can feel stressed and anxious, causing their hormones to wreak havoc on their bodies and… [read more]

Preparing For Your Kid’s College Tuition

Posted on: Tuesday September 29th, 2020

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If you’re a parent with a young child, and you’re already concerned about university tuition down the road, you’re not alone. This is a worry many parents share from day one, and unfortunately concerns only seem to be growing. The idea of paying for school amid Covid-19 (or its aftermath) has led to spikes in… [read more]

How to Get Your Little One to Wear a Mask

Posted on: Thursday July 23rd, 2020

Posted by: Chelsea Kennedy

As you know, since COVID-19 emerged, mask-wearing has become increasingly common. Some regions have been recommending the use of masks when physical distancing is not possible, and other areas are formally mandating mask use in public indoor spaces such as grocery stores and public transportation. Parents everywhere have been left with the question, how am… [read more]

Preschoolers and Screens

Posted on: Monday May 11th, 2020

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As you are likely spending more time at home with your children, you may be finding it hard to keep their screen time to the desired amount. Our friends at Parenting Power are sharing their advice on preschoolers and screens below!  “Excessive screen time linked to preschool learning delays.” As Heath McCoy mentions in UToday: “One… [read more]

A Parent Just Trying to Bring the Fun Back

Posted on: Wednesday February 26th, 2020

Posted by: Melissa Sawatzky

When we first had a baby – seven years and three more children ago – I don’t think I really understood the baby was going to become a real person. Separate from me and complete with a personality and agenda and unique way of living life. When I look at our oldest boys, playing sports… [read more]

Cross Country Journey: Brittany Fancey

Posted on: Wednesday February 12th, 2020

Posted by: Brittany Fancey

For anyone who has ever done it – you know moving with children is hard. Really hard. That’s the case for a simple move down the street, a move across town and especially, a move across the country. That’s what Kids & Company’s amazing team member, Brittany Fancey did. At Kids & Company, it is… [read more]

Why are there so many birthday parties?!

Posted on: Friday January 31st, 2020

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At Kids & Company, January is our Parenting Hacks month. Our goal is to use our wonderful community of parents and parenting experts to share their wealth of knowledge and experiences.  Today, Julie Freedman Smith and Gail Bell of Parenting Power™,  have given us some tools to deal with children’s birthday party invites. Let’s get… [read more]