Kids & Company Blog: Parenting

It’s Resolution Time! Happy 2020

Posted on: Wednesday January 8th, 2020

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

Let me start by wishing you all a Happy New Year! I hope you all had a wonderful time ringing in the new year with your friends and family — I sure did! The start of a brand new year (and decade!) is associated with new beginnings. With new beginnings comes the tendency to reflect… [read more]

Should you jump on the Meatless Monday trend?

Posted on: Wednesday November 20th, 2019

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

You’ve probably heard the hype about Meatless Monday. It has been highly talked about since its inception in 2003. How did it start? you ask. It was born as a global initiative, first launching in 2003. The messaging of Meatless Monday is simple; once a week, cut meat out of all your daily meals and… [read more]

Back to it: 5 Ideas for Smooth Septembers

Posted on: Monday September 9th, 2019

Posted by: Melissa Sawatzky

Yes, it’s that time of year. Labour Day weekend reminds us that summer is soon to be a distant memory. In our household we are preparing for Grade 1, a transition into a new preschool-room, and once again enjoying the sounds of our many pre-set alarms in the morning (to remind us to get up,… [read more]

Healthy Snacks for Back to School

Posted on: Wednesday September 4th, 2019

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

Each September brings change to our routines. This is the time to break free of our old habits and start fresh with the new (school) year! A simple way to add a little more nutrients into your family’s life is through healthy snacks. Something we can always be sure our kiddies will eat is their… [read more]

Kids in the Kitchen: Getting kids interested in cooking

Posted on: Wednesday August 14th, 2019

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

The thought of getting your little ones involved in the kitchen might seem like a huge step, but it doesn’t have to be! Having the kiddies help out can be as small as letting them choose which fruit they get as a snack each afternoon, or sprinkling a garnish on top of a finished dish…. [read more]

Easy and Kid-Friendly Road Trip Snacks!

Posted on: Wednesday July 31st, 2019

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

If you’re Canadian, you likely have something on your mind. I know I do…. The long weekend! It’s finally (almost) here! Many Canadians take this long weekend as an opportunity to drive to the lake or cottage, go camping, or take a road trip somewhere new with their family. As you likely know, travelling in… [read more]

How to Introduce the Concept of Money to Children

Posted on: Friday July 19th, 2019

Posted by: Chelsea Kennedy

I had the opportunity to interview the lovely and wise Lesley-Anne Scorgie on how to introduce the concept of money to children. Lesley-Anne is a best-selling author, speaker, soon-to-be mother and well-known financial guru. We began our discussion speaking about what age children start to understand the concept of money. Lesley-Anne mentioned her own experience… [read more]

Here Comes Summer!

Posted on: Tuesday June 4th, 2019

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

This Friday, June 21 marks the summer solstice! Besides being the first official day of summer, this is the day when the sun reaches its highest point in the sky, making it the longest day in the year. So much extra sun and outdoor activities can cause serious dehydration. I’m here to help! Hydration Education… [read more]

Spring Clean Your Eating Habits!

Posted on: Wednesday May 29th, 2019

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

Spring cleaning can be a therapeutic practice — out with the old, the unused and the clutter. Why not do the same for your pantry this spring? Cleaning out your kitchen cupboards, your fridge and your pantry can make you feel lighter (both mentally and physically). Besides cleaning out foods that are expired or spoiled,… [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]