In the current context of the COVID-19 pandemic, we at the Guelph Family Health Study understand that it can be a challenging time for many families. Whether it is from disruptive or unprecedented lifestyle changes, increased stress, or simply spending so much time staying home, we have heard from many families that it is a little more difficult to manage their…

For more tips on managing children’s screen time check out this article written by PhD candidate, Lisa Tang.

Now, more than ever, is an important time to focus on meal planning and budgeting for food. Effective meal planning can save money by reducing the amount of food waste that your household generates. In addition, adequate preparation before going to the grocery store can ensure that you reduce the number of unnecessary trips to the store, helping to keep your family healthy and safe. Try the…

This has been and continues to be a challenging time for families. Having heard from parents that their children have many questions about the COVID-19 pandemic, we compiled a comprehensive list of resources that may be useful to families. This list includes videos, articles, a podcast, and illustrations that all help to explain the pandemic to kids.  Video for…

With parks and gyms being closed, it can be challenging to remain active as a family. We have created an Active Bingo game to help families stay active and have fun together. Click here to download the game and links to resources!

It’s okay to feel worried and frustrated by the pandemic – those feelings are part of the normal stress response to this situation. The stress response is designed to protect us from things that might hurt us. It’s the same system that would tell us to run from a bear or to feel excited on…

This week’s episode features Dr. Kathryn Walton, a dietitian and researcher from SickKids Hospital. Kathryn was also the host of the last season of Healthy Habits, Happy Homes. Kathryn shares tips for incorporating snacks in healthy ways and choosing the best snacks for your family!

This week our hosts are joined by Jess Vanderweir, founder of the online community Our Mama Village and a therapist who specializes in postpartum depression. In this week’s episode we’ll learn about managing everyday family stress, as well as recognizing when you may need some expert help.

In this week’s episode, co-hosts Lisa and Tory discuss myths surrounding dairy with expert guests Dr. Gen Newton and Dr. Andrea Buchholz. The two researchers share evidence on benefits of dairy consumption, what makes a good dairy alternative, and what the recent changes to Canada’s Food Guide could mean for dairy consumption trends.