Plan International How to Unleash Your Power Within
Did you know: • 1 in 5 girls in Canada have felt anxious about going to school because of negative comments they receive on social media” • Only 57% of girls in Canada are satisfied with their overall appearance?* Still not convinced that
Parenting Hacks – The Simplest Baby Book in the World
WORDS BY Marylene Vestergom So, you’re having a baby? Just hearing the news may bring on a case of a panic attack. Or maybe you’re going to your tenth baby shower, and friends and family are just too eager to offer
Health Chai Lifetime Canada
WORDS BY Marylene Vestergom Where do families turn when faced with a child who is facing a life-threatening or chronic illness? It’s something you hope you will never have to encounter, but Chai Lifeline Canada has become a source of support
Get Active Winter Sports Prep
WORDS BY Marylene Vestergom • Skis waxed? Check. • Skates still fit; blades sharpened? Check. • Snowboard tuned? Check. Forgotten anything? Think you’re ready for the winter sports season? Think again. Although your sporting equipment is in prime condition for a day on the slopes, an
Destinations – Holly Jolly New Additions to Santa’s Village
Santa’s elves have been busy. Not only have they been tirelessly crafting toys at their North Pole workshop for good little girls and boys (and really, aren’t they all good?), but they’ve pulled double shifts the last two years, working
September cool things
7 Speed Stand Mixer by Hamilton Beach The Hamilton Beach 7 Speed Stand Mixer has the same ability to mix cookies, bread, cakes, and butter whipped icing as its other competing stand mixers. It comes with three attachments for mixing, including
Under the Covers | September 2021
Inside Animals By Barbara Taylor and Margaux Carpentier What child isn’t curious and or inquisitive? Inside Animals covers body parts found in humans such as the brain, heart, and lungs— and their other unique body parts, which they need to survive and
Hello Fall
Well, that’s a wrap as we say goodbye to summer and hello to fall. After months at home with the children, you may be feeling a little bit of anxiety. With them returning to school full time, you must have
Healthcare – Inagene PGx Testing
We’ve all seen it—that intrusive nose swab used for a COVID-19 test. Now, instead imagine if you could simply swab the inside of your cheek to determine which medication would work best for you? “The exciting news is there is such
What’s under the covers this month
Little People, Big Dreams – Elton John By Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara adds Elton John to her collection of Little People, Big Dreams. The biography of a little boy named Reggie, who learned to play his grandma’s piano
Health – 3 Month Old Baby Care
It seems like just yesterday you were bringing your newborn home and suddenly, they are an alert 3 month old baby. A 3 month’s baby care is much different than a newborn’s care. By this age, your baby is growing
what’s under the covers this month
81 Questions for Parents – Helping Your Kids Succeed in School By Kristen J. Amundson For a parent looking for guidance this book is your assistant to helping your child succeed in school. 81 Questions is loaded with important inquiries that were asked
Be Prepared – Returning to classrooms safely and with confidence
While there’s still some uncertainty about how this school year will play out, one thing parents, students and teachers can do is, make sure they’re prepared for all scenarios. Here are a few health and safety tips to keep in
Growth – Train Your Brain Like an Olympian
Failure. It may not be a word we like to use, but let’s face it – it happens. On a world stage like the Olympics, only one person can come in first. And there are times when those predicted to
August Cool Things
The Devine Collection by Häagen-Dazs The Häagen-Dazs Devine Collection features the same creamy richness. Made with 100% dairy and only 200 calories – with 50% less fat and 25% less sugar – in three mouth-watering flavours. Chocolate Chunk Brownie, Raspberry Cheesecake
Summer with Sun Bum
Summertime is when SUN BUM becomes essential. Offering a wide range of sun, hair, lip, and baby care products. Animal-friendly and cruelty-free, Sun Bum products are 100% vegan, dairy-free, gluten free, and reef-safe. Broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection is available in sunscreens with
Health Colic and Crying Babies
Crying is a baby’s natural way to communicate their needs to their caregivers. Most of the time, once the baby’s needs are met, the crying stops. But for colicky babies, getting them to stop crying can be almost impossible. So what
Best Way to Help Your Kids? Don’t.
One of the secrets to raising your children to love, respect, and be confident in everything they do is—don’t help them! What? Yes, you heard me correctly. No, I am not suggesting letting them fly free and learn everything on their
Pet Love: Separation Anxiety in Dogs
WORDS BY Marylene Vestergom Let’s face it—dogs have been living their best lives during the pandemic. They’ve gone on long walks, chased birds in the park, played with the kids in the backyard, cuddled and, quite frankly, been the centre of
5 Health Areas for All the Men in Your Life to Focus on
Did you know in a study performed by the Cleveland Clinic, more than 70% of men said they would rather do household chores than go to the doctor? As we watch the men in our lives grow from boyhood into
