Family life

A teenager’s bedroom

Your teenager's bedroom is a disaster. You even invented new words to describe this horrendous place where food and clothes seem to blend into a new kind of carpet but your child doesn't seem to mind. What can you do?

January 21, 2019

Chores

Divvying up household chores

Cleaning, washing, scrubbing, changing diapers, washing dishes, cooking… so many things to do, so little time. How can we split tasks evenly?

January 14, 2019

Organisation and Daily Life

Should we give up on family fun?

"No honey, mommy is busy"… after a while, this answer can hurt your children who would only like to spend time with you. See why and how you could say "Yes" more often.

January 7, 2019

Being a parent

Have you become a mother hen?

Are you always concerned about the well-being of your baby? All moms want to protect their child from danger, but how do you know if you’ve crossed the line into overprotective?

January 7, 2019

Different Families

Dos and don'ts of a new partner

Your new partner is now boyfriend or girlfriend material. Now that this is out of the way, how will you slowly incorporate them into your child's life?

January 7, 2019

Routine

Most common New Year's resolutions

On January 1st of every year, most of us make resolutions. We want to start over, lose bad habits and adopt a healthier lifestyle. Here are some of the most common resolutions we've heard of!

December 31, 2018

Testimonials

It’s wintertime, let’s get moving!

Winter is boring when we don’t make it our friend. Placing winter in a different light could make it much better.

December 31, 2018

Being a parent

10 must-have manners

Good manners have changed a lot over the years but some attentions never go out of style. To raise a polite and well-liked child, here are ten must-have manners.

December 31, 2018

Birthdays and Holidays

Let them believe in Santa!

Should we let our kids believe in Santa Claus and the whole holiday magic? Absolutely, and psychoeducator Solène Bourque tells us why.

December 24, 2018

Separation and Grief

Divorced parents: surviving the Holidays

Experiencing a "shared custody" at Christmas is not easy, both in terms of emotions and organization. Here are ways to survive this very emotional period.

December 24, 2018

Grandparent

Grandparents spoiling your children

Are your parents or in-laws giving your children everything they ask for this Christmas? If you're unsure how to react, here is some food for thought.

December 24, 2018

Birthdays and Holidays

My child doesn't believe in Santa

Around the age of reason, your child could start having doubts about the existence of Santa Claus. But it does not mean the end of the holiday season magic.