Spending more time around the house during the pandemic? It’s an opportunity for parents and guardians to teach their children, writes Dr. Michael Ungar […]
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Home safe home
You’re COVID cautious when you go out, but how do you ensure your loved ones are safe in the house? Health Canada explains Wondering how to keep your home safe during these challenging times? By following these simple steps, […]
Dreams into reality
Parents, help your preteens discover their talents, Dan Scott writes In her book, Teach Your Children Well, child psychologist and Madeline Levine says that discovering one’s sense of self is the primary task of elementary children. By the time a […]
Remote possibilities
There are some essential things to consider before choosing to work from home, writes clinical neuropsychologist Dr. Sanam Hafeez Should you work from home? The improvement of Internet connectivity, collaborative applications, and software, as well as the proliferation of studies […]
Top 10 worries parents have about their children online (And how we can help)
Safety Tree is now offering two new courses that focus on the online safety and well-being of our children. As a registered training partner with Cyber Smart Canada, we are licensed to conduct their digital youth programs. We are now […]
Step up your weekday dinner game
It’s a real thing! Healthy dinners that can be made in a flash Juggling schedules, coordinating pick-up and drop-off and helping the kids with homework… welcome to back to school life. Being strapped for time doesn’t have to mean lack-luster […]
Beat the heat with these thirst-quenching treats
Hot summer days call for shade and something delicious to sip under the sun. We asked Natalie’s Orchid Island Juice for some kid-friendly mocktail recipes that children and their parents and caregivers can make (and enjoy!) together. Sparkling Strawberry […]
Start good oral health habits early
Good oral health is best learned young. When you smile, it says a lot about your overall wellness. Unfortunately, many people don’t take proper care of their mouth. In fact, gum disease – which is often caused by improper dental […]
Tiny chefs
A popular cooking program provides Parenting Times readers with two easy – and delicious – recipes By Jennifer Parnell Trying to raise a healthy eater who knows their way around the kitchen? High five! A recent study found […]
Should I stay or should I go?
Choosing whether to stay at home or live away for university is arguably one of the biggest decisions your child will have to make regarding post-secondary education – it will undoubtedly shape his or her experience. Writers Derek Abma and […]