Studies show that workers under the age of 25 are four times more likely to be injured during their first month on the job than at any other time. This is where First Job Safe Job comes in Pamela […]
ages and stages
The new baby talk
You can improve your child’s long-term development by reading to your kids The first few years of life are very important for a baby’s long-term development. During this time, the growing brain is constantly forming new connections that will serve […]
From the editor
If you’ve been reading Parenting Times for a while, you’ll know that our fall edition celebrating the magazine’s anniversary (we’re officially a tween!) is our recap issue, where we take a look back at some of the most popular […]
Get out there
Here are five ways outdoor play supports healthy child development It’s no surprise that time outdoors is important for a healthy lifestyle for children, but did you know that it also contributes to their development? While it’s important to follow public […]
Is baby ready for solids?
Here are the top tips for transitioning your baby from formula to solids For new parents, it may seem overwhelming to begin transitioning your baby to solid foods. When making the leap from formula to solids, there are many questions […]
Bottoms up
It’s a scorcher out there. Is your toddler drinking enough water? Bryan Sarlitt asks the big question If you feel like your family doesn’t drink enough water throughout the day, you’re not alone. In fact, a recent survey found […]
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 […]
Is your child having a challenging day?
Here are five ways to respond, writes Mark Borg, Jr. Even if our kids are perfectly polite and well-behaved out in public, most will, at least occasionally, act out at home. But this isn’t necessarily a bad thing. Because our […]
Spotting dyslexia early
Here’s how to recognize the signs of a learning disability Sometimes the signs of a learning disability like dyslexia are easy to spot, and sometimes they’re not. According to a recent study conducted by Dyslexia Canada, only 30 percent […]
Raising kids in a cashless world
How do you talk to kids about money? By first understanding the way we handle money has changed, experts say Even if virtual transactions are the norm, teaching children to use cash provides the foundation for understanding a lifetime of […]