Parents & Parenting
Here we discuss all matters related to parenting, family life, home safety, travel, and more.
The Latest From Parenting
Why Anxious Parents Can Lead To Anxious Kids
As parents, we discover that so many of our kids have self-esteem issues and don’t feel as comfortable in their skin as we’d hoped – and planned. The other problem with trying to make everything right for our kids is that we then shield them from developing their resourcefulness.
5 Back to School Plan Tips for Your Child’s Sleep Schedule
School is fast approaching once again, which means relaxed summertime schedules are coming to an end. So now is a great time to start getting your child back on a regular sleep schedule and routine so that they are ready to start the first day with a smile on their face.
Parenting and Conflict Resolution Strategies
For parents, the new framework for resolving conflict is to be more supportive and positive with children. They are viewed as competent, capable, and confident learners, and I could not agree with this more. Part of this framework is essential in encouraging kids to think for themselves and have a say in their lives.
How to help your child cope during the COVID-19 pandemic
The pandemic has proven to be stressful and anxiety-provoking for adults as well as children. The new norm of masking and keeping a distance from friends and other loved ones can be challenging for young people to understand, but it is essential to keep them healthy.
Screen Time and your Kids – How Much Is Too Much?
Kids and screen time – how much is too much? Many parents are concerned about their kids’ screen time, and it seems that the average screen time is increasing. As a parent myself, I researched the effect of too much screen time on the kids, and several facts surprised me.
8 Ways to Teach Financial Independence to your Child
According to scientific research, children’s money habits are developed at seven years. This is the critical age, and parents should set positive experiences in saving money and financial independence in their kids.
The Latest From Family Life
10 parenting strategies to reduce stress and anxiety during the pandemic
Many of us parents are exhausted, overwhelmed, and stressed. Children may be learning from home, and parents are often working full time from home as well. Activities are canceled, and we are entertaining and educating our kids at the same time.
Childhood Depression – Causes and Signs of Depression
Every parent wants their child to enjoy good health and happiness. No parents wish for their little one to suffer from childhood depression, and we all want to help the child with depression or low mood to feel better.
Are Pets Good for Kids?
We talk about the benefits of Kids and Pets and the drawbacks, but also the many social and health benefits for kids who have pets.
Children’s Mental Health – Signs of Mental Illness
Did you know that 1 in 5 children in Ontario struggles with mental health issues? Overall, more than 70% of adults who struggle with mental health concerns began to have difficulty in childhood. Early intervention and access to mental health resources during childhood has the potential to change the trajectory of a child’s health and wellness.
9 Tips to Protect Your Kids’ Mental Health this Holiday Season
The holidays are usually a time of magic and joy for the whole family, not a time of strife and anxiety and loss. We will need to find new ways to bring holiday cheer this year, but don’t despair – I have you covered!
5 Tips to Make the Holidays Less Stressful
TIP 1: Make your life as easy as possible! With a week left before the kiddies are off school for the winter break, moms everywhere are making their lists and checking them twice. Here are my tips to make everything less stressful as we head into the holidays.
The Latest From Home Safety
Home Safety Tips For Your Kids
Home Safety Tips For Your Kids As parents, we all look forward to our children reaching milestones, it makes us realize just how quickly they grow. Many of us focus on the baby milestones chart as we watch them grow. Crawling is a huge milestone. It starts with baby...
Garden Safety for Toddlers
Garden Safety for Toddlers My family and I spent a fair amount of time in our backyard this weekend, gardening and playing on the play-structure. As my husband and I were travelling back and forth to our garage for supplies it struck me just how unsafe it was for my...
The Latest From Travel
Plan A Route For A Summer Road Trip – Make It More Active And Fun With 6 Tips
Plan A Route For A Summer Road Trip - Make It More Active And Fun With 6 Tips It’s funny how family road trips usually lend themselves to some great memories…long after the fact! I can remember many a road trip with my kids when they were little ones, and their...
Camping With Kids
Camping and Kids - Rule One Is Chill I have spoken to a lot of families who are all interested in camping with their children yet do not follow through with it due to their reservations. What is My Child Going To Do? It can be stressful and challenging to leave the...
Help Your Child to Sleep When Traveling
Does getting your child to sleep when traveling during the holidays bring you woe? Here's how to help them. Holiday season is fast approaching which often means more traveling for families. Perhaps you’re taking a family vacation and heading some place warm, or maybe...
17 Tips For Travel With Kids
17 Tips For Travel With Kids With this recent cold spell, many of you are looking to get away somewhere warm. I don’t blame you – I’d be travelling too, if I wasn’t due in December! I think you’ll have the best vacation possible if you're well prepared, so here are my...
Fun Family Vacations – Traveling with your Kids
Fun Family Vacations - Traveling with your Kids With the winter cold in full swing, many of my patients are going south for some warmer weather. I think the best vacations for kids occur when parents are prepared and stress free. Here is what I suggest that you take...
The Latest From Appearance & Well Being
How to get your child back on track and be healthy this summer!
As parents, it’s our responsibility to get healthy for Summer and to stay healthy year-round. Let’s look at how we can change our eating habits and make exercise a top priority!
6 Best Ways to Help My Children’s Mental Health
Did you know that 1 in 5 children experience signs of mental illness each year? That is a lot of children! Many parents are not as attuned to their children’s mental health though and may miss mental health issues in their kids.
9 Best Tips to Protect your Children’s Mental Health this Winter
The Winter Season is usually a time of magic and joy for the whole family, not a time of sadness or anxiety and loss. This season we are in a challenging time for parents and kids around the world. Parents and kids are stressed, and many of us are feeling stuck at home, isolated and disconnected.
Children’s Mental Health and Virtual Care – How Does it Work?
Digital technology has changed how patients receive care, from how illnesses are managed, routine visits are provided and how children receive care for mental health, developmental and behavioural concerns.
Mental Health In Kids. What Does It Mean For Your Child?
Mental health in kids is so important to monitor carefully. From the time they arrive, we cannot help but compare our children – how much does he weigh? How much does she sleep? How well does he eat? Is she saying much yet? If your child’s behaviour seems different from their peers, are you wondering “is there something wrong with my child?.”
Do You Know If Your Child Is Obese?
Child Is Obese? - Obesity Awareness Month September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, which casts a spotlight on a major health concern for children and their parents. Children who have obesity are more likely to have obesity as adults. This can lead to...
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