Tests and Stress
Nervous Tics In Children
She gnaws at her nails while her play buddy cracks his fingers. Why are some children likely to develop nervous symptoms?
9 to 12 years old
Tests and Stress
Infections, Diseases and Booboos
The ABCs of over-the-counter medication
Just because drugs are sold over-the-counter doesn’t mean that they are harmless. Here’s a little guide to help you heal your child safely this flu season.
September 26, 2022
Problems
My child stresses over school
Does your child whines every morning before leaving for school? Do they make up crazy stories to avoid doing homework? What if your child is feeling stressed out about going to school?
September 12, 2022
School Health
Setting bedtimes during the school year
During the summertime, we tend to be more permissive about our children's sleeping schedule. But once the school year begins, we must set bedtimes for our children. Adequate sleep is the best way to keep children concentrated, in shape and in a good mood; ready to face a full day of school!
September 12, 2022
Homework and Study
How to: 10 tips to surviving homework
Back to school period hits us all like a ton of bricks. It doesn't just affect your child! We have to help with homework, wash the uniforms, get all the right supplies ready, and the list goes on. Here are 10 strategies to survive the few first weeks and how to get back into the routine.
September 12, 2022
Relationships with Others
How to: Dealing with a confrontational child
Your child doesn’t listen to you? Do they disobey you? Do they get hostile or aggressive when you ask them to do something? Why and how should you react? Here is some advice.
September 12, 2022
Problems
My second child doesn’t like school as much as the first
Your eldest loves school and has good grades. Her little brother is not as enthusiastic! How can you encourage the first without discouraging the second?
September 12, 2022
Behaviours and Discipline
Do you ever repeat yourself?
Did you know that an adult repeats a request to his child three to five times on average? And you? How many times do you repeat? Too many, I suppose.
August 22, 2022
Physical
From child to teenager
Adolescence is a period of tremendous physiological changes. These changes come with various needs that you must fulfill in new ways.
August 22, 2022
Tests and Stress
How to talk about drugs with children
You must find the right words, the right moment, the good examples... How can you inform your children without scaring them or making them want to try it out?
August 8, 2022
Relationships with Others
Flying solo vs being popular
Nobody ever calls your child; they never ask to invite anyone over and they seem to be playing alone at school. Is there something deeper going on?
August 8, 2022
Infections, Diseases and Booboos
Treating sunburn
With summer upon us, we are all looking forward to being able to enjoy the sun and good weather! But be careful, you must be wary of sunburns, especially for your little ones!
July 4, 2022
Articles' hub
All you need for Halloween
Your children's Halloween party is going to be a blast! Colorful decorations, costumes, candy galore and fun family evenings are on the menu!
Back to school
In a few weeks, children will begin a new school year. Whether it be their first day or they are returning for another year, here are some articles to help you prepare.
