Little Ones, Big Questions: A Practical Guide for Navigating Your Child’s Health in the Early Years
If you're a parent in Ottawa navigating fevers, rashes, or everyday childhood health concerns, this workshop is designed to give you clear, evidence-based guidance you can trust.
Parenting young children often feels like a constant stream of questions.
Is this fever too high?
Should I be worried about that bump on their head?
Is this rash normal?
Are they eating enough?
If you’ve ever found yourself searching symptoms late at night or second-guessing your instincts, you’re not alone. The early years of parenting are filled with uncertainty, especially when it comes to your child’s health.
That’s exactly why we created Little Ones, Big Questions, a four-part parenting workshop designed to give you clarity, confidence, and practical tools for navigating everyday health concerns in babies and young children between the ages of 0-4.
Why Parents Feel So Overwhelmed (And Why It Makes Sense)
Between inconsistent advice online, well-meaning opinions from others, and the natural worry that comes with caring for a child, it can be hard to know what’s normal and what needs medical attention.
Many parents ask:
- When should I treat a fever at home vs seek care?
- How serious is a head bump?
- What do different types of rashes mean?
- Is my child eating enough for healthy growth?
These are not small questions. They’re everyday concerns that deserve clear, evidence-based answers.
What You’ll Learn in This Workshop Series
Led by a healthcare professional and former CHEO emergency department provider, this workshop focuses on real-life situations parents face every day for children 0-4.
Each session breaks down common concerns into simple, practical guidance you can actually use.
1. Fevers & Common Childhood Illnesses
Understand what’s typical during viral season, how to respond to fevers, and when symptoms may require medical attention.
2. Head Injuries & Everyday Accidents
From playground tumbles to bumps at home, learn what to watch for and when a head injury needs further assessment.
3. Rashes & Allergic Reactions
Not all rashes are created equal. You’ll learn how to recognize common skin changes and identify signs of allergic reactions.
4. Feeding, Growth & Digestive Concerns
Get clarity on picky eating, growth patterns, digestion, and what “normal” really looks like in early childhood.
Evidence-Based Guidance You Can Trust
One of the biggest challenges for parents is filtering through conflicting information.
This workshop is grounded in evidence-based care, guided by clinical experience in pediatric emergency medicine. That means you’ll leave with:
- Clear guidelines on what’s normal
- Red flags to watch for
- Practical steps to take at home
- Confidence in knowing when to seek care
A Space for Real Questions (Without Judgment)
Sometimes what parents need most is the chance to ask:
“Is this okay?”
“Am I overreacting?”
“What would you do?”
This series is designed to be a supportive, judgment-free environment where you can ask your questions openly and feel reassured in your role as a parent.
Build Confidence, Reduce Anxiety
When you understand what’s happening in your child’s body and how to respond, everything shifts.
Instead of second-guessing, you feel grounded.
Instead of panic, you have a plan.
Instead of late-night spirals, you have clarity.
Who This Workshop Is For
This series is ideal for:
- Parents of babies and young children (ages 0-4)
- First-time parents looking for guidance
- Caregivers who want to feel more confident handling common health concerns
- Anyone tired of relying on Google for medical reassurance
Join Us for Little Ones, Big Questions
You don’t need to have all the answers as a parent. But having the right tools and knowledge can make a world of difference.
Little Ones, Big Questions is here to help you feel more confident, informed, and supported as you navigate the early years with your child.
