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Parents Canada
By ParentsCanada, Katie and Jason, Parents CanadaSociety & CultureLeisurePersonal JournalsParentingKids & Family
Parents Canada episodes
- Iron Recommendations and Demystifying Canada's New Food GuideThis week our hosts chatted with a dietician from Canada Beef about ways to get more iron into the whole fam and unpacked the new Food Guide recommendations.51 min
- Should You Send Your Kid Back To School?Sending kids back to school vs keeping them home during the, you know, global pandemic is ~such~ a tough call. And no matter which side you choose, know that you're making the best decision for you. This week we debated the "to send or not to send" topic with Stevie Baker, a distance-learning mom, and Heather Birrell, a teacher.49 min
- Being A Parent and A Partner During A PandemicThe goal during a pandemic is survival. It's hard enough to navigate your own feelings of fear and uncertainty, let alone being there for your kids and partner. Relationship coach Barbara Santen weighs in on how to fill both roles while navigating the choppy pandemic waters.50 min
- Getting A Dog During the PandemicIt's no surprise that pet adoption is up during the pandemic. With families at home, having a new furry friend in the house sounds ideal. Our hosts chatted with Jen McCain from Dogtopia, a leading international dog daycare and spa franchise, so you don't bite off more than you can chew.51 min
- Tips On Tackling Distance LearningWhere has the summer gone? Seriously. A lot is still up in the air, but distance learning is likely to factor in, in ways to be determined, when the kids return to school. It's a daunting thought, but we chatted with experts Sunny Verma and Jim Judgey of TutorBright for some tips and tricks.51 min
- Finding Motivation (When You're Unmotivated)It can be tough to be motivated. You’re bogged down with raising kids, work and other commitments. We chatted with business coach Cecile Washington for ideas to help you reignite the motivation in you.50 min
- Physical Activity Report CardWe measure how kids do in school, but what about their physical activity? There’s a measuring stick for that, too. Make the grade with these movement and activity tips from Dr. Leigh Vanderloo, exercise scientist at ParticipACTION.51 min
- Common Pregnancy ConcernsFrom the moment the second line appears, pregnancy is an overwhelming experience. This week we're talking all about prenatal health. Dr. Hinal Sheth joins us to help address some of the most common pregnancy questions and concerns.52 min
- Regression in Kids Due to the Effects of the Pandemic and LockdownRegression is a normal response to what is happening in the world, it doesn't mean you are failing as a parent. Our hosts chat with Tania DaSilva, a child, youth and family therapist, on the best way to comfort our kids during these times.50 min
- The Motherhood PenaltyIt's the penalty that a woman pays in her career to have kids. It becomes harder to get promoted and the wage gap increases. This episode our hosts and guest discuss and there's a lot to sift through.50 min
About Parents Canada
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Brought to you by the team at ParentsCanada, we bring you a weekly hour of hot and trending parenting topics with a special guest expert every show. Hosted by Katie Dupuis, editor of ParentsCanada…
and mom of two girls, and Jason Thomson, creative mercenary and father of a blended family of six kids. Our hosts share their personal stories every week. Everything from raising race-conscious kids, to sleep (for everyone), to family finances. Listen on our website, ParentsCanada.com/Radio, of Spotify, iHeart, Apple, Stitcher, and Google.