Mourning and Separation
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.
Psychology
Mourning and Separation
Children
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 13, 2021
Children
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.
November 1, 2021
Children
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?
October 4, 2021
Woman and Mother
You can say no!
“On Saturday I have a dinner at my sister’s house, on Sunday, I have brunch with Mary and then I have to help Caroline move out. I am overwhelmed!” And I did not want to do any of that!
October 4, 2021
Woman and Mother
Finding inspiration in men's qualities
Instead of raging about men’s differences and nagging them about their ways of being and doing - often opposed to ours - why not find inspiration in their qualities?
June 13, 2021
Woman and Mother
Breasts in all shapes and sizes!
Big, small, slightly drooping, sometimes too soft and other times hard, breasts come in all shapes and sizes.
May 9, 2021
Children
Kids' love stories
Most children will experience at least one « love story » before reaching puberty. What about your child? Have they already had a first love?
February 8, 2021
Children
What is love, mom?
Love is many things and you will know what it is when you see it. Is that a good explanation? No? Let’s try harder...
February 1, 2021
Children
Stress... Do children feel it too?
How can you help your children deal effectively with stressful situations? Here is what I consider to be helpful tools.
September 21, 2020
Children
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 3, 2020
Children
I don’t recognize my child anymore
You raised your child well by teaching them politeness and respect... or so you thought. Have you noticed a change in behavior in your child? Are you starting to worry? Read up on this completely normal phase that all children go through.
