The Stress Effect
In April I had the good fortune to attend the Ontario Healthy Schools Coalition’s 11th Annual Forum on Mental Wellness
Editor’s Message
The New Year is about to begin. New pencils, new backpack, new teacher, new Grade, new clothes – with so many new things no wonder September feels more like a new year than January
How to control social media and gaming
With social media and gaming pounding down the nursery door, you have a right to be a little bit concerned about the future of your child
Sleep Tips
Every child is different, but that doesn’t mean they can’t all have a great night’s sleep
Protecting your child’s vision for sports
Each day, your child likely participates in some physical activity, whether it is kicking a ball at recess or participating in a formal sports league
Service dog helps child in need
When Olivia was born, she was not expected to survive, having been born with multiple birth defects and a seizure disorder
Money Matters
When I attended elementary school back in the 70s, my teachers’ curricula for the year often fit on a couple of typed pages – allowing them lots of time for extended exploration of topics
Teaching children about love
Every February, supermarkets and stores nationwide adorn their aisles with heart-shaped trinkets, red and pink ribbons and lots of chocolates
Healthy Eating
Food intolerance is known as a “hidden” condition for a reason. Causes are often difficult to pinpoint, especially when treating children
Five feeding facts
Whether it’s advice from your best friend or words of wisdom from your mother-in-law, you may be bombarded with nutrition tips for your child
Fostering Heroism
November 14 to 18 will be Anti-Bullying Week 2011. I agree with the general spirit of the initiative but it is my opinion that anti-bullying programs only beget more bullying. This might sound controversial so let me explain. I believe
Get spooky this Halloween
Have fun decorating the inside and outside of your home with these spooky décor items from Canadian Tire
More time outdoors helps sleep-deprived kids
Parents will tell you there are few things worse than a child who needs sleep
Medicine Cabinet Makeover
It happens to all of us – cuts, scrapes, burns, bruises – even allergic reactions can strike when we least expect them
How to stay sane as a new mom
Just about the time in your pregnancy you were starting to enjoy the attention and getting used to letting other people do things for you (like give you their seat on the train or let you off the hook for
The importance of teaching conflict resolution
Children are never too young to start working on developing, and fine-tuning, their interpersonal conflict strategies
Set the example of a healthy eating style
Good eating habits that start in childhood can carry on throughout life. When children are young, teach them the importance of eating balanced meals, choosing nutritious foods and staying physically active. This can help them achieve a p
Disney Dazzles Families
Visit Disneyland in California, instead of Walt Disney World in Florida and you could save hundreds of dollars on airfare. The newly launched Air Canada route to Orange County/John Wayne airport is only $558 during Family Week (February 20-