Category Archives for Advice

“Children should be seen but not heard.” How often have you heard that? There is some truth to it. You certainly have to curb your child’s tendency to ask out loud why the lady in your checkout line has such a big tummy (especially if she’s not pregnant!). Assume that when your young child, even […]

I think you’ve got to have the right attitude when you’re dealing with sibling rivalry. As a parent, I always knew I had to treat both of my sons equally and fairly. But I admit there were times when I would slip up. Favouring one child over the other because he smiled more and was […]

Ever wonder what goes through a child’s mind when a new sibling is about to arrive? Chances are, it will be a mixed bag of emotions– fear, sadness, anger, anxiety, wonder, excitement, confusion. For many children, coping with a new brother or sister can be a challenge. Sometimes frustration is seen in aggressive acts like […]