As a parent, it can be frustrating when your child displays difficult behaviour. While it’s normal for children to have outbursts or act out at times, constant tantrums, aggression, or disobedience can be challenging to deal with. It’s essential to understand the underlying causes of bad behaviour to address them effectively. However, recognizing when your […]
Summer is upon us, and as much as we love the long sunny days and warmth, it can get challenging to keep our kids entertained and engaged. Gone are the days of school schedules to follow, and suddenly, parents are left wondering how to keep their kids busy while still providing meaningful experiences. Despite this, […]
The holidays are a great time for family fun, but it can be hard to keep kids active when they’re stuck inside. This year, let’s make the most of the holiday season by getting our kids up and moving! Here are five tips to help you get through the holiday season with your kids using […]
As they say, kids will be kids. And yes, children and teens can be unkind to their peers and feelings get hurt. The problem is when these behaviors become common and target the same person repeatedly. This is when kids being kids begin to cross the line to bullying. And while bullying is a very […]
Over the years, healthy connection levels between parents and children have decreased, leading to more challenging behaviours from children. Today’s modern lifestyle has interfered with the opportunity for the parent-child bond to grow. This vital aspect of a child’s life is essential for their emotional cup to be full, giving them healthy self-worth and […]
Most are aware of the benefits of physical activity for people of all ages… a stronger cardiovascular system, improved muscle tone, weight management, motor coordination, etc. Additionally, there are brain-boosting benefits that help children with brain function and learning, leading to better school performance. Unfortunately, however, many adults aren’t knowledgeable about the significance of […]
In order to achieve success in anything we do, it is essential to have the right mindset. This means having a growth mindset, which is the belief that our skills and abilities can be developed through effort, good teaching, and learning from mistakes. While it might seem simple, teaching children the power of a growth […]
How can we as parents purposefully support our children emotionally in their ever-growing and evolving journey into adulthood? S.T.O.P: See The Opportunity Parents! When your child comes to you feeling big feelings, honour the space and time you are in together. Acknowledge, appreciate and cherish the trust they have in choosing you to confide […]
I was dashing through the first big snowfall of the season with my oldest son on holiday and a great story came across the radio waves. A mom herself, the radio host began to tell the story of the orange tree. Unlike some other fruit-bearing plants, the orange tree sees the greatest success when it […]
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