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25 Mar, 2024
Initiating conversations with children about race and racism is paramount in fostering understanding, empathy, compassion, and inclusivity within society. As parents and caregivers,
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25 Mar, 2024
In the book "Hunt, Gather, Parent--What Ancient Cultures Can Teach Us About the Lost Art of Raising Happy, Helpful Little Humans", the importance of teaching children emotional
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05 Mar, 2024
Emotional intelligence, often abbreviated as EI or EQ, is a concept that refers to the ability to recognize, understand, and manage both our own emotions and those of others. It encompasses a range of skills including self-awareness, self-regulation, empathy, and effective
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07 Dec, 2023
Like any parent, single parents often experience concerns and worries about their children. The challenges and responsibilities of being a single parent can sometimes intensify these worries.
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06 Dec, 2023
As a parent navigating the complexities of separation or divorce, your concerns for your children's well-being are undoubtedly paramount. Recognizing and addressing the emotional impact of such changes on your children is crucial for their healthy development.
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06 Dec, 2023
In the formative years of childhood, fostering the development of essential problem-solving skills and conflict-resolution abilities is critical, laying the foundation for a resilient, emotionally intelligent, and socially adept individual in the future.
Smiling mother and her baby
09 Nov, 2023
Embarking on the journey of parenthood comes with the joyous responsibility of being your baby's first playmate. The Canadian Paediatric Society's Caring for Kids resource,
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09 Nov, 2023
Navigating the challenges of communicating with your teen can often feel like deciphering an intricate puzzle, as their evolving emotions and newfound independence create a unique set of hurdles for parent-child communication.
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08 Nov, 2023
If you're a parent or guardian concerned about teen gambling, the Canadian Paediatric Society's Caring for Kids resource on Teen Gambling offers essential insights to help you understand this issue.
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09 Aug, 2023
Children learn many habits early on in life. Many of those habits are what form their abilities, patterns, and behaviours as adults. Mental health habits are also formed early in life, and there are things you can do to encourage healthy mental habits in your kids.
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