A parent’s job begins the moment a woman learns she is pregnant. Upon receiving such news, women typically make important changes to ensure the well-being of the fetuses growing inside them.  Once a child is born, the first few weeks with

Parents want their children to be successful, healthy, and happy. That often means providing the best education they can, encouraging quality friendships and being supportive when a child may need some extra guidance. Although there is no magic formula to

For decades, women have been told that exclusively feeding their newborns breast milk is the best and only way to ensure their babies grow and develop healthily. Other feeding options like formula or supplemental feeding alternatives are often shunned and

It’s that time of year again when more people are enjoying their favourite summer pastimes, swimming and other water-related activities. Sadly, it’s also the time of year when people, especially children, are at the highest risk of drowning. In Canada,

With billboards around the Greater Toronto Area, founders of Listen B*tch, Daniela and Michelle, have created a digital platform that’s shaking things up in a world flooded with glossy portrayals of motherhood, Instagram feeds filled with picture-perfect moments, and flawless

Breastfeeding is a natural and beneficial act that has been practiced for centuries, fostering empowerment and bonding between mothers and infants. However, in many societies, it has become a controversial topic associated with stigma, judgment, and shame. The shame associated

Kids look forward to summer vacation every year. The last day of school gives way to less structured days when kids can spend more time outdoors and less time cracking the books. Summer vacation can be a dilemma for parents, especially

Spenser Murphy didn’t have many friends when he was growing up. His mom, Pat Murphy, a single parent, recalls how he was never invited to other children’s birthday parties. When he was in the seventh grade, Spenser was diagnosed with