We all know how crucial a good night’s sleep is for children’s growth and well-being. In this blog post, we’ll explore practical strategies to establish a solid sleep routine and create a sleep-friendly environment for your little ones. Here’s what parents need to know about promoting positive sleep hygiene for kids. (Bonus: these tips work well for grown-ups, too!) What Is Sleep Hygiene? Sleep hygiene refers to a set of healthy sleeping habits that enables children and adolescents to fall READ MORE
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HOW TO TEACH SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL LEARNING THROUGH READING
Learn to boost your child’s social and emotional development through reading. Equip your child with essential skills for a brighter future. You might initially think reading books is good for language development—and you’d be right! Reading books can help a child learn vocabulary they don’t frequently encounter, and it can help them learn syntax and grammar. But reading books with your children means so much more than that. It’s also important to promote positive behaviours and cognitive and social development—especially when READ MORE
5 SIMPLE STEPS FOR PROMOTING EMPATHY IN CHILDREN
A parent’s guide to cultivating empathy in children by nurturing compassionate connections—here’s what you should know about developing empathy in children. You’re here because you find yourself grappling with a question like this: “My child does not seem to understand when they hurt others’ feelings. How can I help them develop their capacity for empathy?” It’s not uncommon for children to struggle with empathy at certain stages of development. Your proactive approach to addressing this issue is commendable, so you’re READ MORE
CHILD AND ADOLESCENT CONCUSSIONS 101: THE ULTIMATE PARENT’S GUIDE
Learn what concussions are, how they affect children, steps for prevention, and tips for supporting recovery. As parents, we know that children and teens are naturally curious and full of energy, which can sometimes lead to accidents. Whether it’s during contact sports and collision sports activities, playground adventures, biking, or even everyday mishaps, head injuries such as concussions can occur. In this guide, I’ll walk you through the fundamental aspects of childhood concussions, from understanding what they are and how READ MORE
HOW TO SET BOUNDARIES DURING THE HOLIDAYS: A PARENT’S GUIDE
If you are anything like me the upcoming holiday season is both something to look forward to and a source of stress. Why? Because as much as I enjoy the time off, long walks in the snow, and cozying up on the couch with a hot beverage, the holidays also mean holiday work parties, kids hyped on treats, and obligatory visits to family members and friends. Exhausted anyone?
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