If you have a child with Autism (or anxiety in general), and are concerned about how they will adjust to a new school year…
Consider contacting the school early to see if you can go in with your child to meet their new teacher, see their new classroom and perhaps even their seating arrangements. Familiarity of their new space may help ease the anxiety of the ‘new’ school year. For some great strategies and resources to support your child […]
We’ve got a problem!
Help teach your child problem solving skills by guiding them to brainstorm ideas, evaluate the choices and the possible consequences of each one, and narrow down the ideas to try one of their solutions.
Kids fighting constantly?
What if by insisting that kids get along, we are unintentionally creating more animosity? Try allowing them to express their negative feelings towards their sibling without taking sides, correcting, or reprimanding. Feelings are not facts and when kids feel heard, it can go a long way towards encouraging positive interactions amongst siblings. For more ideas […]
When you feel yourself getting angry with the kids….
Stop before you explode. Take several deep breathes and give yourself some time to think about the situation. Once you are calm, talk to your child by describing how you are feeling and what you need without using hurtful words. Want more strategies for coping with anger? Take our eLearning course, Why So Angry? Parenting […]
When you are co-parenting, and your child needs to navigate between two homes…
Create two homes where your child Is comfortable, welcome and ‘at home’. Create a special place for them in your home and allow them to bring their comfort items back and forth.
Take advantage the fresh local produce
Fresh strawberries, crispy peaches, crunchy carrots, sweet peas, or juicy watermelons? Summer is a great time to offer kids fresh and nutritious snacks and meals. The bonus is that when produce is in-season, it is usually more affordable for families. Looking for more nutritional information? Click here. https://familyedcentre.org/categories/healthy-babies-healthy-children/ Do you have a picky eater on […]
Keep your kids safe on the internet during their summer break.
Parents often worry that their children spend too much time on their devices during the summer months. Help keep your kids safe by monitoring where they go online and who they are communicating wit. Ensure that their social media accounts are private and that there is no location information available on the account, such as […]
You never know when you might have a ‘summer fun impromptu moment’!
Why not pick up snacks and stop at the park for an hour on your way home? Keep some summer supplies in the back of your car and plan some unplanned summer fun trips. Essentials include a hat, sunscreen, a towel and a change of clothes. Extras could include baseball gloves and a ball, a […]
To encourage the child that struggles…
Find something, they did well, (effort counts rather than the final achievement) and use an encouraging statement. Perhaps they did not score as high on their report as you both had hoped for, but if they worked really hard throughout the year, focus ONLY on that. “You studied very hard for all your tests, and […]
If separated or divorced and your child alternates between two homes…
Help make it easier by allowing them to carry their favourite items back and forth if it helps comfort them. You could also allow your child to have a picture of the other parent at both homes. Remember your child loves the other parent and is likely missing them. For more great strategies and ideas […]