The allure of water during the hot months we’ve awaited all winter can be very exciting. Cooling off just feels so good, even for little ones. With little ones, the excitement of swimming may be hard for them to hold

If there was anything my son was in love with when he was little it was trucks. Big trucks, small trucks, tractors and construction vehicles – anytime he would see them pass by he would get so excited. We are

In small towns we need volunteers for everything, starting with programs like skating, clubs and sports, to organizations like the Lions and Lionettes who provide so much assistance to all those in need in our communities, along with countless others.

As my kids head towards a life where they begin to choose their friends I find myself repeating a sentence that became a motto in my home growing up: “you are who you hang with.” It’s a hard transition when

Stepping out of your comfort zone and trying new things can be a very hard thing for people, including children, to do. How often do we go through this with children? It could be new schools, new sports, new siblings,

“When you send your child out in the world it’s like your wearing your heart on your sleeve”, a friend once said this to me about her child and it has always resonated heavily with me. It’s so true. Once

by Shelley Heaphy Say what? Stop helping? Isn’t it true that we help our kids a lot – with practically everything? Now I don’t mean helping them by cooking supper, because lets face it we’re not getting rid of that

The effects that some bug bites may have on us and our children can make outdoor activities and events very hard to navigate with small children (and pets). I’ve been looking up some tips and tricks with hopes that it’ll

On Apr. 22, the hope is that people from around the globe will be making changes to their daily routines to lessen environmental impact as a way to celebrate Earth Day. Earth Day is a great opportunity to talk to

One of the things I love most about children is their ability to pretend. They can become anything or anyone at the drop of a hat. One minute your child is, well, your child, and the next minute they may