We did it! We made it through the shortest days of the year, an arctic vortex (for all except the lucky West coasters) and we finally have another holiday coming up. Even though it is like this every winter, we are still surprised when our energy levels are low. Since this is your Au Pair's [...]
Unless you've been living under a rock for the past year, you are probably aware that cannabis will be legalized in Canada on October 17th, 2018. Why this date? And why regulate it? We have the answers for you and what this new legalization means to you as a newcomer to Canada. 1) Why is [...]
It's Monday morning. You wake up to your alarm clock which you have strategically set so you have 15 minutes of quiet time before anyone else in the house wakes up. You sit down with your cup of coffee (you remembered to set the coffee maker the night before-yay you!), and think about how this [...]
To lead a well rounded, healthy life may seem down right impossible at times. From healthy eating to getting the right amount of exercise. Don’t even get me started on drinking enough liquid! (Coffee counts, right?!) Between balancing work, family and the rest, it seems that something so fundamental as eating can become a challenge. [...]
March is nutrition month and we are going to explore different topics in nutrition and healthy eating for kids. This week we are going to talk about eating challenges. Whether it's picky eating or skipping meals, we want to give you the tools you need to make mealtime an enjoyable one! 1) Always wanting the [...]
This past week, parts of South Western Ontario saw flooding which popped up over night. This caused many cities and towns to declare a State of Emergency and evacuate thousands of residents. This event was catastrophic for families and communities. What should you do if this happens to your family, including your Au Pair? 1. Keep [...]
