Starting a new school year can be exciting, but it’s also a time of transition that may leave some children feeling anxious and unsure. Back-to-school anxiety is common at any age, whether it’s a child returning after a long break,… Continue Reading >
Returning to school after the summer holidays can be a challenging time for children and teenagers on the autism spectrum. The prospect of starting a new class or school often brings anxiety, as the changes in routine, unfamiliar environments, new… Continue Reading >
Caring for twins and triplets can come with an increased risk of developing post-natal depression, not only for mothers but also for the fathers as well. When caring for multiples it puts a lot of additional pressure on the parents…. Continue Reading >
Separation anxiety is when a child has excessive reactions to separation from caregivers – whether real or imagined. It’s pretty common, affecting somewhere between 4 to 5 percent of kids. That’s 1 child out of every 20 to 25 kids…. Continue Reading >
Donors vow to match all donations raised for life-saving initiatives at The Royal Hospital for Women’s Giving Day On November 13, The Royal Hospital for Women Foundation will host its annual Delivering Hope fundraiser for providing innovative support and healthcare… Continue Reading >
Getting dressed each day can be a battle for many caregivers – from the child who insists on dressing themselves (but can’t) to the child who flat refuses (but can). Caregivers will generally agree that life gets a little easier… Continue Reading >
You’re through the sleepless nights of the baby stage and you’re now navigating a new set of challenges, trying to manage those big emotions during the toddler stage (people call this age terrible twos and threenagers for a reason right)?!… Continue Reading >
Christmas is approaching and our thoughts are on giving but some children will not get to celebrate. Kids face trauma every day, but for those who are displaced, disadvantaged and living in war-torn regions, the psychological and emotional toll is… Continue Reading >
Let’s be honest living with a sleep deprived teen is like living with a sleep deprived toddler on steroids. It’s awful for them and awful for you. Sleep deprivation is on the increase in teens. It has doubled in the… Continue Reading >
Have you ever felt resentment towards someone or something you cared about? They matter to you, yet they have mostly become a source of anxiety, anger, worry. Well, this could be a sign that you care too much. The overcare… Continue Reading >
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