4 Helpful Questions to Ask When Looking for the Perfect Bra
By: Anika In't Hout from Apricotton There are so many options to buy, from the pink frilly bras at lingerie stores to the basic white bras at department stores. Even though there are many bra options, it's essential to know that
The Truth Behind What Your Daughter Sees on Social Media
By: Melody Lau from Apricotton When you’re scrolling through social media platforms, do you ever catch yourself feeling jealous from your friend’s vacation photos or wishing you looked more like your favourite celebrity? Take a second to think about how your daughter
Holiday Memories
What makes the holidays special? Sometimes it’s the memories of family gatherings -- the exotic aromas coming from the kitchen, the scent of freshly cut evergreens or the festive lights twinkling in the night that strike a chord. For others, childhood
Bud Sprout Bloom Helps Parents Engage in Meaningful, Positive Conversations
Parents with young children can find it challenging to talk to their youngsters, especially about difficult or emotional events. Finding the right words to formulate questions in a positive, encouraging manner does not come easy for everyone. Bud Sprout Bloom’s
Learning to Say ‘No’
Saying no to your child is never easy. The tears, emotional pleas, and tantrums make it difficult to stand your ground and fear of your child not liking you for doing your job as a parent adds to the anxiety.
e3 Toronto
Do you enjoy speaking in front of an audience? If you are like most people, you would rather avoid having to deliver a speech. Yet being able to speak confidently and with competence is especially important to everyone. Public speaking
Having a Safe and Fun Halloween During a Pandemic
One of the most enjoyable holidays is just around the corner, and for many children and parents, that means picking their costumes, buying treats, decorating the house, and planning the best trick-or-treat route. Overshadowing the excitement of the upcoming holiday
Tips to Help Kids Curb Bedwetting
It’s as frustrating for you to hear in the early hours of the morning as it is for their little voices to utter shamefully, “Mom/Dad, I’ve wet the bed.” There may be an onset of tears induced by embarrassment, the
Robert Land Academy Develops Online Learning Environment
When the global COVID-19 pandemic closed businesses and schools around the world and across Ontario Robert Land Academy’s students remained in the classroom, engaged with their teachers, and in their learning. Within seven days of the government issuing the order for
St. Jude’s Academy Celebrates the Achievements of Our Grade 12 Graduates
Earlier this month, graduates of St. Jude’s Academy received a special delivery – a box containing a Grad memory book, a hoodie, other items and a cap and gown. They were told to expect a surprise and to wear their
No ordinary year. No ordinary school.
Nestled among the pines on a pristine 56-acre historic lakefront property in traditional Anishinaabe territory, Rosseau Lake College offers a boarding and day school experience for grades 6 - 12 that is unlike no other in Canada. Through highly innovative,
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
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
Star Academy Student Sparks Initiative
How does a Grade 4 student get over 600 followers in just two weeks? She does something important! With school closures and social isolation, Lila was trying to figure out a way to connect with others to celebrate Earth Day 2020,
Explore the Evolution of STEAM Learning with The Solutioneers
Under normal circumstances, keeping kids engaged is hard. Factor in the added uncertainty surrounding the unprecedented challenges that COVID-19 is presenting – well, that ability to keep them engaged can feel like pulling teeth. Now let’s add in the element
Six moves to ease your labour
By Sandra Gordon Being active during the most intense part of labour can help ease pain and move your baby down the birth canal. When you think about labour, you may envision lying in bed. But that’s not necessarily the best place
Seven mistakes parents make with teens
By Kathryn Streeter There have been times when I’ve been frustrated, and I’ll admit it, a bit hurt over my inability to connect with my teens. I’m guessing my frustrations are shared by other parents who are trying so hard but
How children find their purpose at camp
By Sandi Schwartz We all want our children to be happy and successful. Would you believe that letting them spread their own wings—without us by their side—may be the most effective way to do this? Our job as parents is to
The Sole Surviving Mom at the Bus Stop
By Cheryl Maguire “Hurry up or you will miss the bus,” I hollered to my 13-year-old boy/girl twins. Opening the front door, the icy air jolted me awake faster than a caffeinated coffee. The three of us scurried on the snow-covered sidewalk illuminated
