Tag Archives: how to talk to kids

How to help our kids deal with tragic news

Posted on April 24, 2018 by

Tragic events take place all around the world and many adults are challenged to process what has happened. As adults we know these types of events are extremely rare. We will react in different ways and with a range of … Continue reading →

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10 tips for supporting kids in stressful times

Posted on March 21, 2018 by

As parents and caregivers, we might see our children’s lives as being carefree and happy. Hey, they don’t have to pay the bills, take care of the household, feed the family or chauffeur people all over the place! But kids … Continue reading →

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Going out with kids doesn’t have to be a nightmare

Posted on December 21, 2016 by

I’ve got an active little guy and for a while there, it was getting tough to go out with him. Strollers, shopping carts, high chairs and being carried doesn’t contain him for long. He just wants to GO and so … Continue reading →

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How to talk about disabilities with kids

Posted on April 5, 2016 by

Just before turning one, I lost my hearing and don’t remember being any other way. My life (to me, anyway) is normal. There are plenty of modifications that I need and use. I wear a hearing aid in one ear … Continue reading →

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