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This is my true parenting story of how I discovered the parenting hack that saved me. I was postpartum, working full-time with a newborn, toddler, preschooler, and no help. How to make parenting less stressful? (https://www.theparentingjunkie.com/challenge) I wondered, when does parenting get easier? Is there another way? I was in a dark place when a

As a developmental psychologist who helps parents and children learn best practices for maintaining caring relationships, Lele Diamond thinks a lot about what adults should and shouldn’t say to kids. And yet, when her nephew loomed over her niece with a lightsaber, she heard herself say: “Oh, no, thank you!” “That is absolutely not what

A sophisticated home with little kids on a budget? Childhood Designer shares 10 Design Tips for parents of young children to style your home that is both functional and aesthetically enjoyable. These 10 interior design hacks are tools that influence how parents and children behave – remember, manipulate the environment, not the child! Design a

On Mother’s Day 2018, Caroline was admitted to St. Louis Children’s pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) in toxic shock. She was rapidly progressing and was quickly placed on ECMO, an advanced life support technique used for patients with life-threatening heart and/or lung problems. Thanks to her incredible care team at Children’s, Caroline survived over 40

In her new memoir, My Own Blood, published this week by Penguin Random House Canada, Calgary mom and author Ashley Bristowe paints an unflinching portrait of the divide between what children like her son Alexander require to thrive and what the government is willing to invest in caring for special-needs kids.  In the first months

These 12 nature-inspired crafts and activities are a great way to beat those boredom-blues as spring weather arrives. As a mom of three and a former Kindergarten ECE, I’ve learned that going on a “treasure hunt” and finding your materials for nature activities is half the fun. These spring crafts for kids will keep them busy and teach

From painting sticks to making mud pies, have some outdoor fun with your little one with any of these nature-inspired activities. Photo Gallery 25 nature-inspired activities for toddlers 1 / 25 Photo: iStockphoto 1. Plant a garden Planting a garden doesn’t have to be complicated. One great way to welcome spring into your home is

Whoever thought we would be stuck at home for this long? Is everybody having fun? As families across the globe head into yet another week of self isolation, it’s probably fair to say we’re all running out of ideas for things to do at home. And while we appreciate the online storytimes, educational activities, virtual field

Even once your kid is out of diapers, they still need a lot of help in the bathroom. Here’s how to encourage them to master those skills—and get yourself on the other side of the bathroom door. Whether potty training was a walk in the park or a long, painful process, it’s a pretty big

Many parents of kids with autism, desperate to help their children, search for answers about their child’s condition online. But on the internet, they can stumble upon posts about unproven miracle treatments or find misguided information in discussion forums. The truth is, even when you look at the research, there are many unanswered questions and

Disney+ is always adding to their library of movies, TV shows and shorts to watch. Here are our top picks for what to watch as a family in April. New content is coming to Disney+! The streaming service from Disney has announced which TV shows and movies will be added to its lineup next month, and

My husband and I had no trouble coming up with hundreds of potential baby names. We struggled with what their last names should be. On paper, it might look like I have a blended family. My eldest daughter has my last name, and her younger sister has my husband’s. But I’m not divorced, I haven’t

Has the streaming sunshine illuminated your household’s cobwebs and dust? We asked parents how they get their kids involved in spring cleaning. If you wish that spring cleaning and general tidiness was more of a family activity, try these reader-approved methods to get your kids to pick up after themselves. “We designate boxes for hard

Get your kids in the spirit of Passover with these adorable and educational books for various ages. Photo Gallery Kids’ Passover books we love 1 / 16 Asteroid Goldberg: Passover in Space This fun and silly Passover book is out of this world! Asteroid Goldberg and her family wind up stuck in space for the

Paw Patrol, PJ Masks and Mighty Express? In April 2021, Netflix Canada will be fully stocked with some of your kids’ fave shows and new movies to stream. Netflix Canada has announced which new TV shows and movies it will be adding to its lineup next month and, of course, that means more options for

We asked a doctor to highlight the best things that happened in kids’ health, despite the pandemic. All those pandemic headlines dominating our doom-scrolling sessions may have obscured some of the most promising health news in 2020 and 2021. Michelle Ward, a paediatrician at Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario, rounded up the top medical developments

I dread putting my daughters to bed. Instead of the idyllic magic hour it used to be when they were babies—with story time and snuggles and songs that lull them to sleep—it’s turned into a nightly saga of chasing, nagging, whining, negotiating, yelling and, at times, crying. I start to feel anxious as soon as

The Parenting Junkie discusses how to reconnect with your spouse even when you are feeling disconnected. Reconnecting with your spouse is essential in a blissful marriage. To reconnect with your spouse emotionally after spending time away from each other watch this. It’s important to reconnect especially when feeling resentful and disconnected. By holding your partner’s

Asthma attacks can be scary but understanding when to seek emergency medical help can help you remain calm when your child needs you the most. Many parents have the same questions when their child’s asthma worsens. Should we go to the E.R.? How will their asthma be treated once we arrive? Dr. Jamie Kondis explains

RAD kids have unique challenges, but it is possible to connect and parent child with RAD. Children with Reactive Attachment Disorder struggle to form relationships with parents or caregivers. This lack of connection is manifested in not seeking out comfort when distressed or engaging in social interactions. http://www.smarterparenting.com/lesson/view/effective-praise All parents should learn how to give