Johanna Baynton Smith said she was attracted to her ex-husband for the good reasons. They married and had three kids, but she said he was controlling and eventually the violence escalated. Continue reading →

While we know it’s the thought that counts, here are some tips to make the most of your good wishes and avoid those Christmas faux pas. Continue reading →

In an effort to increase students’ concentration and hopefully academic marks, a small school in rural Alberta has doubled the number of recess breaks. Continue reading →

Should women be allowed to be paid to carry someone else’s baby? Continue reading →

When I was six months pregnant, I was offered a fantastic opportunity reporting for Global Calgary. The problem was that it was a one-year contract, meaning if I took a full year of maternity leave, I’d be off for most of the job. Continue reading →

It’s been nearly one year since Canadian residents have had the option of taking up to 18 months parental leave, instead of only 12 months. Continue reading →

New numbers suggest teenagers continue to abandon Facebook in favour of other social media platforms, which is likely no surprise for parents of young adults. Continue reading →

According to a survey by BlitzResults, 65 per cent of kids are wearing shoes that are too small. Continue reading →

“There’s no sense just cluttering the air space. What’s the value added when you are posting?” Continue reading →

Through the Ancestry DNA website and by speaking to relatives, half-sisters learned their biological mother gave birth to 10 kids. Now, some of them are meeting in person for the first time. Continue reading →