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Foster mom never gives up on kids because it’s never too late
Karen Gallagher-Burt, foster mom of 44 children over 20 years, knows a thing or two about helping kids who've had troubled experiences grow into successful adults. We chatted to ...Read More...
Tips and tricks to keep kids occupied over the summer months
While summer is often associated with visions of happy, carefree days spent in the sun, many parents across Calgary and area dread July and August. With school out and ...Read More...
Healthy brain development in kids
Seeing your baby’s first tooth come in, watching your two-year-old excitedly point out a red car, cheering on your four-year-old as they write out their first letters. Not only ...Read More...
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