For the last 2.5 years, Daddy-o has been a FIFO (Fly In, Fly Out) Father. His current client requires that he be onsite during the week so as such, he arrives home on Friday nights, then leaves again on Sunday evenings.
When One Parent Travels … A Lot.
Through The Storm: Ann Douglas’ New Book Is Highly Personal—And Pragmatic
‘You can forgive yourself for being a gloriously imperfect work in progress, just like your child,’ says Ann Douglas, whose new book, Parenting Through The Storm, offers support and practical advice for parents navigating their children’s struggles with mental, behavioural and neurodevelopmental disorders
By Jenna Morton
(Not) Sleeping Around: momstown’s Sleep Roundup
From coast to coast, from sleep tips to restful crafts, our chapters have been hosting sleep-focused events and activities. Here’s what we’ve learned to help you survive those wakeful hours
Set Yourself up for Success with your 2015 Parenting Resolutions
Resolving to do better is great, but remember to cut yourself some slack. Parenting expert Ann Douglas offers encouragement, tips and advice to help turn resolutions into reality
Tips to handle moving in the middle of the school year
Moving is stressful for everyone in the family home, especially school-age children. Parents and educators weigh in on how to make the transition easier
By Jennifer Pinarski
How to sidestep holiday stress with kids
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, except for the parents of sugared-up kids whose routine has gone out the window. Parenting expert Ann Douglas offers up some holiday survival tips to help everyone stay merry and bright
Not on my watch, waterboy!
Last week I had to step out of the arena during one of my daughter’s hockey games to take a phone call. As I was talking on the phone, I noticed a kid had plugged the indoor water fountain and was allowing water to spill over onto the floor. He was also spraying the water from the spout causing a tsunami like effect which also wet the floor.
I Preach Movement
Dr. Worobec discusses how important movement is in raising healthy kids. Practicing what you preach is great advice!
Dinner time Debates: How to Take the Stress out of Supper
People often ask what it is like to feed half dozen kids. Feeding families can be a “thing” and many parents report that dinner time can be the most stressful time of the day. I decided early on that I didn’t want meal time to create anxiety for me or my kids, so here are my few tips for relaxing and enjoying fun family meals.
