Free Stay at Home Resources
During these times of social distancing and #StayHome initiatives, it may be challenging to find alternative options for usual out-of-home activities. How do we keep our family engaged from the safety of home as we all work to do our part
Simple bedroom makeover for housebound tweens
By Jane Muller Get your tween off line and into the real world with the prospect of a bedroom makeover. The first step might be to tidy up and possibly purge some stuff but after that the creativity can flow. Refreshing a
Orthodontic braces have evolved
Smaller brackets, tooth-coloured options and even plastic aligners have largely replaced traditional metal braces. Braces have evolved considerably over the years. With new technologies available, plus an acknowledgment that braces are a necessity for people of various ages and not just
Virtually Junior, Big Thoughts for Growing Minds
We are thrilled to introduce Virtually JUNIOR, the online edition of Toronto’s international children’s festival, which stimulates big thoughts for growing minds. Get ready to join us for exciting new ways to enjoy some of JUNIOR’s talented artists – virtually. We’ll
Research connects sleep and social competence
Researchers at Keio University recently reported in the journal Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Mental Health the results of an in-depth study on the importance of sleep for children’s health and social behaviour. The main findings showed that the sleep onset time
Parent Stuff
By Sara Duck Eye Smooth Nourishing Eye Cream by Monat A common complaint among busy moms is tired eyes. While sleep may be scant, take care of that delicate area with Monat’s nourishing eye cream, which will help diminish the appearance of
How to set up parental controls on children’s tablets
The internet is a valuable tool that can benefit kids. But as parents know, the internet also can be a danger to youngsters. As hard as parents may try to govern their children’s internet usage, kids’ curiosity often compels them to
Living with your family in a new country
By Marlene Eisner Note to readers: I had the pleasure of speaking with Sarah Baeumler before the outbreak of the coronavirus made sure we are all staying put for the next little while. So, although travelling is not on anyone’s agenda
