Summer is winding down and the few weeks that families had off to relax from worrying about their child’s schooling is once again on their minds. From social media posts …
Building Perseverance and Resilience in Children
As parents, we help guide our children through various challenges, some a little easier than others. Perhaps this is because we too endured similar situations when we were younger. Though …
How to Support your Child’s Learning during COVID-19
The world is changing by the minute, and we are in a time that involves many unknowns. All the recent changes are forcing parents, on top of their own work …
Self-advocacy Starts with the First Cry
A child’s first cry is their first voice. That cry is their first instance of self-advocacy. As a child grows, they learn the power of words and how it can …
Tips to Help Your Child from Interrupting
Without fail, you take an important phone call or are having a face-to-face conversation with a friend, when your child who just a minute ago was quietly sitting minding their …
Teaching Children to Say, “So what!”
Were you intrigued when you read the title of this article? Was your first thought, “I don’t want my child to sound rude!” Teaching children to say, “So what!” does …
Managing Your Child’s Meltdowns
Are your children having meltdowns after a long day at camp? Are they purposely picking fights with their siblings? Do they fall to the ground when you tell them “No?” …
Supporting a Successful Back to School Transition
Though some parents may not agree, going back to school after a long summer break can be a real drag, especially for children. For some kids, it is more than …
Defusing Power Struggles
It’s the main event of the evening and you are entering the third round; neither fighter appears to be letting up. The question is though, how along are we going …
Summer Family Fun – Without Breaking your Bank Account
Finding things to do as a whole family can be difficult. With warmer weather and longer nights, summer can be a wonderful season for families to reconnect. On a budget? …