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Non-sporty mom Sara throws a sports-themed birthday party for her son

Fresh roast turkey. Cranberry sauce. It’s all good

The only thing quicker than opening a package of Oreos is making this healthy alternative

I learned the greatest benefit of raising a total kid

Is your freezer equipped to hold all these popsicles

Q: How does participating in a variety of activities help my 8-year-old become a better baseball player? By playing lacrosse they learn to run fast, as well as track an object in the air. That will help with hitting and base running! By climbing monkey bars at the playground they gain arm strength and upper body … Continued

Q. My 8-year-old son plays hockey and the coach says he has a special talent. He scores a lot of goals and he is one of the stronger players. Given how much he loves the game, should I register him for summer hockey? He liked playing baseball last summer. Your description of your son, and … Continued

There are new sports being played at the Adams’ house, thanks to the Olympics

Switch things up with this delightfully green salad

Kids only taste the cheese, not the spinach, in this delicious dish

The ricotta’s high protein level keeps young, active children fuelled all day

Fruits and vegetables with dark and vibrant colours contain higher levels of nutrients

Bananas are an awesome after-sport snack

Q: How do I help my child become an elite athlete? It starts with you deciding to insist on properly designed sport and activity programs for your child. When kids learn the right thing at the right time and in the right way, they improve their skills and they have fun. That leads to them staying … Continued

This list of sports movies for kids will have you and your family laughing, crying, and feeling inspired by the power of sport.

Let your kids mix the dip while you prepare the fries

This lighter fruit dip version satisfies the urge to dip

Soccer is an easy game to understand and it’s fun to play

Introduce flavours of the east into your home with this delicate yet filling soup. Quick-cooking ramen noodles reduce time spent near the stove, perfect for families in a rush to get out the door. Ingredients 1 900 mL box low-sodium chicken stock 1 cup (250 mL) water 2 tablespoons white or yellow miso paste 1/3 … Continued

Sara, our non-sporty mom, has some great tips for figuring out how to raise active kids

Even a young Wayne Gretzky knew that he needed to take a break from hockey at the end of a season

Edamame are a total power snack

Q: Why do children quit playing sports? The main reason children say they quit is because they don’t have the skills to play. They feel “useless” or “pathetic”. They get laughed at or harshly criticized. You can prevent that from happening by making sure that your child is learning the right skills at the right … Continued

This salad is all about choice