Navigating your way through the barriers of parent and child relationships can be difficult. We want to be in the know about what is going on in their life, but we also want to tread lightly as not to make things too casual with our kids that they start seeing us as a friend and not a parental…
Stop Trying To Be Your Childs’ Friend!
I Am “That” Parent
Every parent has opinions about how children should be raised. Don’t lie to yourself. When you encounter a child who’s doing something that’s frowned upon, something you don’t agree with, something offensive, there are several paths you can take: the first is silent judgement of the child’s parents, for their inferior parenting skills; the second…
When One Parent Travels … A Lot.
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.
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.
Back To School Tips For Kids With Allergies
Worried about the dangers of allergies when kids go back to school? Read one mom’s advice on how to prepare.
What you need to know about baby’s first solid foods
It’s such an exciting time when baby is ready for his or her first solid foods! But it can be overwhelming too – what foods should I start with, should make my own or buy premade, is my baby really ready? We’ve got great tips and tricks from experienced moms to help make the transition fun and easy – as well as some new products that will help you on your way.
5 ways to a healthy lunchbox
Back to school… back to making lunches, having snacks ready after school – and back to a focus on healthy eating. Instead of dreading the daily lunchbox grind, we’ve got some great tips to make sure your child’s lunch is easy to make, healthy, and above all, enjoyed!
12 Tips to Help Prepare Kids for Kindergarten
September is just around the corner, and many parents will be sending their children off to school for the first time. Here are some really great momstown tips on how to get your little one ready for kindergarten.
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