Tag Archives: children
Remembering with our children
Remembrance Day is here and like many Canadians, I proudly wear a poppy. This year my daughter asked, “What’s that flower for mommy?” How do we tell our children about the enormity of Remembrance Day? How do I tell a … Continue reading
Should we routinely track our children’s development?
My little guy is now almost 18 months old and we recently received our 18-month Well-Baby package in the mail from HaltonParents. I love it when my work helps me out in my home life! The package includes information about this important 18-month progress check … Continue reading
“You hurt my feelings!!!” – Helping kids manage big emotions
Last updated: January 6, 2025 Several years ago now, I was like most parents in the thick of parenting young children: sleep deprived, exhausted, focused on completing the daily tasks and frequently feeling overwhelmed. During those years I was just in … Continue reading
Getting out the door with a smile and a high-five
Mornings are not my thing and my daughter feels the same way. So getting ready for the day has, more often than I care to admit, been incredibly challenging. One thing that helped our family was making a Morning Routine … Continue reading
Staying safe and staying healthy at the splash pad
In my opinion, nothing beats a splash pad for free neighbourhood summer fun! I especially love how kids, families, friends and neighbours of all ages come together to play and enjoy the cooling water jets and wafting mist. My girls really loved going to the splash pad, … Continue reading
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