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Attributed to Linda Drummond, Author, How to Raise Outdoor Kids It sounds simple doesn’t it? But raising kids who love and cherish the outdoors (with just the right balance of caution and fearlessness) is an art. Australian Geographic’s How… Continue Reading >
Constantly on the go, toddlers are full of energy working out the world around them with a new frame of mind and heightened sense of independence. It’s no surprise, therefore, that busy little people need a balanced and nutritionally dense… Continue Reading >
Preparing for and giving birth during this pandemic has been stressful for many new parents. Navigating the changes to hospital policies regarding the number of support people present in labour, number of visitors as well as shorter stays after the… Continue Reading >
by Jen Dugard In the 2019 Canadian Guidelines for Physical Activity During Pregnancy, it is recommended that pregnant women should aim to get at least 150mins per week of moderate-intensity activity per week to achieve clinically meaningful health benefits… Continue Reading >
In my experience, sleep makes or breaks the first year and beyond of your parenting journey. It is the number one question that you get asked, Martha down the street is asking you if they’re sleeping through at 6 weeks… Continue Reading >
One of the most complaints we hear from people in our psychology practice is difficulty sleeping. It may be difficulty getting to sleep, difficulty staying asleep, waking up too early, or simply feeling fatigued. Well I wanted to share with… Continue Reading >
Some childcare business owners experienced a rollercoaster year, while others (lucky ones) enjoyed a consistent income during the financial year. Whatever your financial situation, it’s a good idea to examine your financial tools and procedures at the beginning of the… Continue Reading >
You wake up Monday morning with a sense of dread. It’s all you can do to drag yourself out of bed and out the door. As you drive in to school you’re thinking of all the things that await you… Continue Reading >
What are some signs that your child or adolescent isn’t getting enough sleep, perhaps through overusing technology? ● Depressed mood,(5) irritability during offline social interactions ● Hyperactivity at school (6) ● Reluctance/arguing about getting off phones/devices and going to bed… Continue Reading >
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