Freedom and responsibility
Our job as parents is to prepare kids for the freedoms of adulthood, and sometimes that means limiting their freedom until they are ready to take responsibility for it.
Heading them off at the pass
They weren't doing anything particularly disruptive so far, but I know them well enough to stop things before they get to that point.
Doing it themselves
By doing it all ourselves, we train our kids not to take responsibility, and we prevent them from learning how to do things on their own.
Music research study needs little participants
The RCM is recruiting participants ages 0 to 5 for a research study investigating the cognitive benefits of music education.
Is your child ready for JK
It's okay to say "no" to starting JK at age three. Parents know their child best when it comes to holding back the first day of school.
Sprinkling math learning onto everyday life
Expert tips on how to integrate mathematics learning moments into your child's everyday activities.
Talking one-on-one
One-on-one time with kids sets the stage for when they have something important that needs to be said, because they'll already know that it's safe to talk with you.
No time for time-outs
I believe in treating children the way you would want to be treated. Deal with the behaviour.
Know your brain (Part 1)
This month, we’ll examine a part of the brain, its functions, some associate problems, and strategies to help manage or reduce them—often without medication.
Ode to Hammy
When there was a slight hope that we could save our Hammy, I took it, and ended up paying A LOT of money at the vets.
Five tips for better conversations with kids
If you are a parent, you probably understand the value of maintaining open communication with your kids. But getting there is not always easy – for parents, or for kids themselves.
Getting big
Take the time to notice and celebrate your family's achievements, however big or small they might be.
Dressing up
Kids aren't just trying on costumes or different styles of clothes, they're also trying on the roles that go with them.
