Tip of the Week April 22 – 28, 2019
Avoid performing tasks children can do for themselves to help your child grow a healthy self-esteem.
Tip of the Week April 15 – 21, 2019
Dealing with sibling rivalry among your children? Instead of comparing one child to another, try describing what you see, what you feel and what needs to be done.
Tip of the Week April 8 – 14, 2019
New to Canada? Help your child accept your traditional values by clarifying his or her questions about both cultures and listening to your children’s feelings about both without judgement or reprimand.
Tip of the Week April 1 – 7, 2019
Do you find yourself caught up in power struggles with your angry child? Try asking your child for their help in solving the problem (when you are both calm).
Tip of the Week March 25 – 31, 2019
One simple way to prevent those pre school power struggles’ is to distract your young child, preferably before it starts to escalate.
Tip of the Week March 18 – 25, 2019
Help your teenager build healthy self-esteem by noticing what they do well and focusing on that rather than their mistakes. Be sure to give them credit for their efforts towards their goals.
Tip of the Week March 11 – 17, 2019
Busy with the kids and feeling overwhelmed? Set the timer and try doing a “Ten Minute Self-Care Activity” such as a walk around the block, a hot shower or bubble bath or a quiet mediation – whatever works for you and helps you rejuvenate yourself.
Tip of the Week March 4 – 10, 2019
If you want your child to respect you, speak and act respectfully to your child. Children learn to be respectful by mimicking and learning from their parents.
Tip of the Week February 25 – March 3, 2019
Are you a single parent? Take time for your self-care, even if this means just ten minutes a day.
Tip of the Week February 18 – 24, 2019
Start a new Family Fun Activity or Tradition today on Family Day. Host a Family Meeting to discuss what everyone would like to do, decide together and then do it! Continue having Family Meetings on a regular basis.