Tip of the Week – May 4 – 10, 2020

Model and practice self-care. Maintaining some level of daily structure and routines is important for parents and children alike. First and foremost, regular sleep routines are so important to our overall well-being; sleep-deprived parents have a harder time staying calm and sleep-deprived children have a harder time regulating their behaviours. Other routines like taking our […]

Tip of the Week – May 11 – 17, 2020

Children who can recognize, acknowledge and express their feelings appropriately cope better with stress. Spend 10 minutes with each of your children. Ask your child about times when he or she feels worried, upset or stressed. Ask your child the following questions. What do you worry about? What upsets you? What do you do when […]

Tip of the Week – April 27 – May 3, 2020

If a child hears “no” ten times a day, they hear it 3,650 times a year.  As we are adjusting to a different schedule and work environment, we can help our kids adapt to their new schedules and acceptable activities by creating a positive and encouraging frame of mind in the child.  Here are some […]

Tip of the Week – April 20 – 26, 2020

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One of the hardest aspects of the COVID-19 pandemic is social distancing. As social creatures we derive a lot of enjoyment from our interactions with others. Our children miss their friends and we may have elderly relatives or friends that we haven’t seen in a month. Using regular video chats through FaceTime, Google Hangouts, Skype, […]

Tip of the Week April 13 – 19 , 2020

If your child or teen is distressed about Covid-19 and all the sudden changes in their life, set the stage for good communication. Listen with your full attention, acknowledge their feelings and let your child know that it is okay to have these feelings.

Tip of the Week April 6 – 12 , 2020

Parents working from home are also charged with taking care of their children who are home from school. Complex homeschooling schedules and activities are circulating on social media but keep your expectations realistic about what they can accomplish on both fronts—work and family. It’s important to avoid comparing yourself to others, who might not have […]

English_78.2.3 Facts for Fathers – Relationship Changes

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English_78.2.3 Facts for Fathers – Relationship Changes Brought to you by The Family Education Centre in Brampton, Ontario, Canada. We share parenting tips on our website at: http://familyedcentre.org– visit us today! Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 3:31 — 6.6MB)Subscribe to get the latest episodes: Apple Podcasts | RSS | More

English_77.2.3 Facts for Fathers – Respecting Children’s Mother

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English_76.2.3 Facts for Fathers – Mental Wellness

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English_76.2.3 Facts for Fathers – Mental Wellness Brought to you by The Family Education Centre in Brampton, Ontario, Canada. We share parenting tips on our website at: http://familyedcentre.org– visit us today! Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 3:05 — 5.8MB)Subscribe to get the latest episodes: Apple Podcasts | RSS | More