Author: Care.com Canada
Between 2012 and 2017, Statistics Canada reported that more than 2.3 million Canadian parents took a leave of absence from work for the birth or adoption of a child. Although you are entitled to 15 weeks of EI maternity benefits and an additional 35 weeks of parental benefits, it is normal to have mixed feelings about long-term absence from work. You may worry about how others will view your absence and be unsure of how to share the news. In particular, you may not know how to approach your maternity leave out-of-office message, which may be the first way some…
Strep throat, an infection of the throat and tonsils caused by bacteria called A Streptococcus (group A strep), usually manifests itself as a sore throat. However, it can manifest itself in many ways. Other symptoms of strep throat can include a high fever, which can be very worrying for parents and worrying for children. Here, we look at the signs and symptoms of strep throat, ask how strep throat is diagnosed, and more. What are the signs and symptoms of strep throat in children? Strep causes a large proportion of throat infections in school-aged children, and a corresponding wave of…
Have you ever watched — or felt — your cat press her front paws against a soft surface and then rhythmically extend and close her little toes? If so, you’re familiar with every cat’s natural ability to make biscuits, otherwise known as cat kneading. The adorable nickname refers to the movement of the feet, reminiscent of a baker’s hands kneading dough. Like the cat love bite and cat zoomies, cat kneading is a healthy cat behavior, but it can be a bit confusing – especially if your cat chooses you as their favorite place to knead. Here, experts explain why…
The garbage dump of dead dog toys is extensive. If your dog is one of those talented animals that can tear apart a stuffed toy in 20 seconds, it may feel like toy funerals are happening all too often and money is being thrown down the drain. Toys are a necessity for keeping dogs happy, active, and out of trouble, but spending money on them doesn’t have to be part of the equation. In fact, there are dozens of potential DIY dog toys waiting to be made from unused items that have been lying around for a long time, such…