Understanding your Child’s Temper

Understanding your Child’s Temper

Temper tantrums are a normal part of childhood that can be described as sudden, unplanned, short-lived bursts of anger.  Almost every young child experiences tantrums.  As they get older, children are able to learn how to understand and express their feelings in more...
Don’t Take it Personally

Don’t Take it Personally

If you haven’t yet heard your child yell, “I hate you!” or “You’re the worst mom ever!”, you can rest assured that the day will come. It can be shocking, frustrating and heart-breaking to hear such strong words coming from someone to whom you have devoted your love,...
Make the Most of Your Child’s Toy Collection

Make the Most of Your Child’s Toy Collection

Children learn through play, and toys can be valuable tools to aid in that learning.  But sometimes it can feel like your home is being overrun by toys.  You find them on the floor, on the furniture and in the yard.  There are boxes and piles and shelves full of...
Parenting Doesn’t Have to be Stressful

Parenting Doesn’t Have to be Stressful

Being a parent is one of the most rewarding experiences life has to offer, but at times, most parents will admit that it can be exhausting, overwhelming, and stressful.  When you find that you are feeling the stress more than you are feeling the joy, stop and think...
Start Early to Develop Healthy Eating Habits

Start Early to Develop Healthy Eating Habits

As a toddler, your child is beginning to develop the eating habits and attitude towards food that she will carry with her as she grows. Feeding a toddler can be challenging.  He may have strong opinions about his likes and dislikes.  “No” becomes a favourite word as...