Children’s memory of pain significantly impacted by parents’ anxiety: study
By Kim Smith Reporter
Parental anxiety and how parents talk to kids post-surgery can have a long-lasting impact on how kids react to pain. Continue reading
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Family Matters podcast: Understanding your highly sensitive child
My seven-year old son despises sweatpants. He only wants to wear shorts or blue jeans. Continue reading
When should your child stop using a stroller?
Snooki was at Disney World with her kids (aged 4 and 6) in strollers and it sparked debate. Continue reading
What does it mean if your child is considered ‘highly sensitive’?
By Kim Smith Reporter
Despite its prevalence, some parents say highly sensitive kids are often misunderstood. Continue reading
Family Matters podcast: The cost of travelling as a family of 5
Travel expert Claire Newell estimates that families with three or more kids pay about 25 per cent more than families with two kids. Continue reading
Number of grandparents in Canada continues to grow
At last count, there were 7.5-million grandparents aged 45 and older in Canada. That’s up from 7-million in 2011 and 5.4 million in 1995. Continue reading
‘Snowplow parenting’ is preventing young adults from learning ‘basic life skills’
Experts say when you over-parent, you run the risk of allowing your child, even as adults, to learn from their mistakes. Continue reading
Family Matters podcast: Should schools have a ‘no-cut’ rule for sports teams?
By Kim Smith Reporter
An Edmonton junior high school is embracing a 14-member curling squad and a 37-person basketball team. Continue reading
Why ‘no-cut sports programs’ can benefit students and schools
To cut or not to cut? A junior high school in Edmonton has eliminated tryouts for its junior sports teams. Everyone who wants to play is given the opportunity. Continue reading
How restrictive baby equipment can hinder development
By Kim Smith Reporter
Health professionals continue to be concerned about container baby syndrome, which is simply defined as the overuse of restrictive baby equipment. Continue reading