Tag Archives: tweens

Leaving Your Child Home Alone… Aaaaggghhhhh!

Posted on August 16, 2011 by Rebecca

As a working mother of 2 young boys, I look forward to the day when my boys can safely rule the roost on their own (and for my older one to babysit his little brother – yahoo!). However, I worry… … Continue reading →

Bullying and the Brain

Posted on February 22, 2011 by Halton Guest Blogger

Believe it or not, Canada is falling seriously behind other countries in supporting children and youth with healthy relationships. Research points to the fact that many problems children experience with bullying have to do with troubled relationships. I think we … Continue reading →

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I Remember What it was Like to be Bullied

Posted on February 14, 2011 by Erika Norris

“Ewwww! Your shoes smell like fish!” First off all, I can assure you that my shoes DID NOT smell like fish. Even if they did, how would this girl know? She never once got close enough to even know what … Continue reading →