Child

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Believing in fairytales

Should we tell fictitious stories to our kids? Santa Claus, the Easter Bunny, the baby-delivering Stork, the Tooth Fairy?

November 25, 2019

Healthy Body

Best Practices For Implementing Physical Activity Into the Classroom and Home Environments

You know that feeling when you’ve been sitting for too long and you can’t help but start to fidget and stretch? We’ve all experienced it whether we are stuck in a meeting or lounging on the couch and if we as adults experience it, you better believe it happens to kids in the classroom or at home when having to sit and do homework.

November 25, 2019

Vacations and Holidays

Going on vacation without the kids

Going on a trip without our kids can sometimes seem against nature. Yet, many parents choose to do so every year. We talk about the benefits of traveling without the kids, and we give you tips so you can be prepared!

November 18, 2019

Activities and Hobbies

Is my child addicted to video games?

It's no secret that young people love video games. Not surprising, since they were born at a time when technology and screens are simply ubiquitous. But should we worry about the amount of time they spend playing?

November 18, 2019

Sleep

Sleeping with your children

When they’re babies, co-sleeping facilitates breastfeeding and relationship building. But what happens when your 2, 4 or even 8-year-old child still sleeps with you? A psychologist explains below.

November 11, 2019

Learnings

Developing your child’s sense of humor

All your tickle-tickle and comic antics will soon pay off and develop your child's sense of humor. After all, laughter is the best medicine!

November 4, 2019

Tests and Stress

How to calm your children when they’re scared of loud noises

Are excessive noises starting to spook your little ones? Explore what’s triggering their fear and find out how you can be a calming presence.

October 28, 2019

Learnings

Getting dressed by themselves!

For a child to learn how to get dressed by themselves, they must develop a variety of skills in their early years. We describe the stages they go through at different ages so you know what to expect!

October 28, 2019

Homework and Study

8 rules for smooth homework time

A homework routine, a clearly identified study corner, optimal organization, greater autonomy of the child and regular encouragement are the keys to a successful homework time!

October 21, 2019

Behaviours and Discipline

Discipline: How much is enough?

A loving attitude, clear rules and applying the consequences that were stated will encourage the development of positive behaviours in children.

October 21, 2019

Sleep

10 tips to facilitate bed time when baby refuses to sleep

Some children are all-star champions in finding excuses to avoid sleep time. Here are a few tips to make bedtime easier.

October 21, 2019

Sleep

Children and sleep: Debunking some common myths about their sleeping habits

Have conflicting pieces of advice about your child’s sleeping habits left you confused about what to believe? Here are a few common myths regarding sleep that are just plain false.