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 […]
ages and stages
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 […]
Seeing red
Diaper rash, or diaper dermatitis, is caused by prolonged exposure to wet or soiled diapers. The urine’s wet consistency causes the skin to be tender and become irritated or inflamed. Diaper rash can occur with snug-fitting diapers, either disposable […]
The true value of extracurricular activities
Classes, lessons not only enrich children’s lives, but increase confidence, Jen Traplin writes “I just don’t want to put my face underwater!” It was the same line, delivered at the same time, every single week. From the backseat on […]
Top five reasons to vaccinate your child
Making informed decisions about vaccinations can help your child – and those around you Becoming a parent brings happiness and excitement, but also periods of doubt and worry. We all want what’s best for our children and to make the […]
Top tips for back-to-school tech shopping
Heading off to post-secondary school is an exciting time, but it can also be stressful.
3 ways to advance your child’s reading skills
The love of reading begins at a young age, as infants are often read to by their parents.