Parenting Tips
COMMENTARY: Eight ways your kids can practise their motor skills this summer
Teachers might advise parents to encourage children to read over the summer. But also important — get them working on their motor skills. Continue reading
So your kid wants to be a YouTube star? Parenting expert says it’s not a simple yes or no answer
By Kim Smith Reporter
“There’s no sense just cluttering the air space. What’s the value added when you are posting?” Continue reading
Back to school: 5 lesser-known tips for keeping kids on time in the morning
By Kim Smith Reporter
As kids head back to school next week, many parents will be struggling to get everyone out of the house on time. Continue reading
Parents given bill of US$132,000 after child breaks art sculpture
Parents of a five-year-old are being called ‘negligent’ after their child knocked over an art piece. Here’s what parents can learn from the situation. Continue reading
Common mistakes parents make when giving their child a time-out – and how to fix them
Time-outs remain a go-to tool for many parents while some say it doesn’t work. Parenting experts discuss the new ways of giving time-outs today. Continue reading
How Parkland students are protesting the mandatory clear backpacks – and why parents need to listen
The students’ responses to the new clear backpacks demonstrate why parents need to talk to their kids about how to properly express themselves. Continue reading
Ways parents are unintentionally contributing to their child’s weight gain
Childhood obesity continue to be a big issue in Canada. Here’s what parents can do to help their child prevent or mange their child’s weight gain. Continue reading
Utah the first US state to pass ‘free-range parenting’ bill — what does it mean?
Parents in Utah who let their young kids do certain activities alone – like walking to school – will no longer be considered neglectful. What’s Canada’s take? Continue reading
How to deal with your child’s difficult teacher
Is your child and their teacher not getting along? Here’s how to effectively deal with a teacher who seems to be at odds with your child. Continue reading
Daylight Saving Time: How parents can prepare their kids for the time change
Parents may be dealing with some cranky kids when they lose that hour of sleep. Experts give tips on how to smoothly transition them to the time change. Continue reading