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Many studies suggest that playing and listening to music improves learning, memory, reasoning ability and general creativity. Researchers also...more»
When choosing a private school for your child, research is important since this decision is a major financial investment and there are a myriad...more»
Despite the busy lifestyles faced by the majority of Canadian families, 88 per cent of parents with children under the age of 12 read a bedtime...more»
The old fashioned days of a simple birthday party with a homemade cake, ice cream and a few friends is a thing of the past for today’s trendy...more»
Much like research studies in the past, PsychTests’ IQ Test results reveal a gap in male and female performance on several scales, but most...more»
We all know breakfast is the “most important meal of the day” or have we forgotten? Canadian families are facing a breakfast crisis. Whether it’s...more»
Ever wonder why your child seems to be hesitant to run full out on the soccer field or participate in a race? Or perhaps they are not giving it...more»
BRINGING SEXY BACK?
Has your desire for sex gone AWOL ever since you had your baby? Hey, it happens. According to the Society of...more»
Has your desire for sex gone AWOL ever since you had your baby? Hey, it happens. According to the Society of...more»
Here are seven strategies to make this school year the best yet.
1. Conceive the results you want to create. Every great discovery...more»
A new survey by the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario (HSFO) found the majority of kids in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) will be missing...more»
For a child, visiting the dentist can be stressful. Just sitting for any length of time is a challenge for some kids. Parents who may be reticent...more»
Immunization injections are the most common painful medical procedures experienced during childhood, causing substantial distress for children...more»
Vegetarianism as a lifestyle choice is becoming more popular among Canadian families. A 2002 survey in Canada revealed that four per cent of...more»
Susan Hay speaks from the heart when she talks about children. The Global Toronto TV host dedicates her free time to many charitable...more»
As kids are enjoying summer vacation, parents might notice their child’s increased interest in pets. From furry to feathered or scaled to finned...more»
1. Bow Rod Fishing Rod
From: Spin Master Ltd.
This season’s greatest catch is the Bow Rod Fishing Rod. With its bow...more»
From: Spin Master Ltd.
This season’s greatest catch is the Bow Rod Fishing Rod. With its bow...more»
Be it testing at school or at the doctor’s office, kid’s vision is routinely under review. But those routine eye exams might not reveal the whole...more»
Looking for a good book to read on vacation, the porch, or at the park while your children play? While you may be inclined to reach for a best...more»
Just seeing the word SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome) may make you feel anxious. After all, who wants to think about a subject as frightening...more»
An overnight camp can give your school-aged child an amazing experience, but finding and selecting a camp may seem overwhelming to busy families...more»
Eighteen-month-old children in Ontario can now receive an enhanced checkup as part of their regular visit to their doctor. In addition to the...more»
Thin and beautiful
By Liane Shaw
Seventeen-year-old Maddie has always felt there was an emotional hole in her life...more»
By Liane Shaw
Seventeen-year-old Maddie has always felt there was an emotional hole in her life...more»
One blistering sunburn in childhood or adolescence more than doubles a person’s chances of developing melanoma later in life. To keep your child...more»
Being a dad is the toughest and most rewarding undertaking you’ll ever do. You’re doing everything you know to do as a dad. But if you’re like...more»
The Huggies Every Little Bottom program was created with a single mission – to help get diapers to babies in need. The program was developed in...more»
Stomp Walkers
From: Outset Media Corp/Monkey
Business Sports
Step up to the stilts that make walking wacky...more»
TD supports children’s literacy with popular annual summer reading club -
This summer, reading with a flashlight...more»
This summer, reading with a flashlight...more»
A study of six-month old infants whose fathers work outside the home has revealed that low levels of support for dads in the workplace can make...more»
The best way to start is to re-read all of your children’s report cards from this year (and beyond). Are there specific suggestions for...more»
Negative things happen to every child – failed tests, broken friendships not making a team – but why is it that some kids barely notice and...more»
BABY BLUES
Elevated levels of a brain protein known to deplete the body of feel-good hormones such as serotonin may be responsible for...more»
Most parents admit they want their kids to be empathetic and thankful. Not only are these virtues cornerstones of EQ (Emotional Intelligence) but...more»
A think-tank study reveals the secret: tough love is made of three ingredients – confident parents, warmth, and consistent discipline. But how...more»
How many of us have set goals for ourselves as parents that all too quickly are forgotten or put aside the first time something doesn’t work out...more»
The best green ideas sprout from some of our youngest minds. This is why Sunlight Green Clean Kids has recognized the initiatives of 12-year-old...more»
Conflicting priorities, limited time or inadequate resources may be reasons that an overwhelming 63 per cent of Canadians know a mother who finds...more»
To commemorate National Child and Youth Mental Health Day in May, Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) announced its largest gift to date through the RBC...more»
Many children today are raised in a protective environment, where parents walk or drive them to school and arrange structured play dates. For...more»
Tip #1: Don’t Lie
Parents ask me, “Is it OK for me to lie occasionally to my children?” And my...more»
Parents ask me, “Is it OK for me to lie occasionally to my children?” And my...more»
It’s official. Happier moms make better parents. Scientists at the University of Bristol and the University of Warwick in the UK analyzed data...more»
Children need a certain level of discipline. But what is the best method of teaching them right from wrong? Depending on your child's age...more»
Recent studies indicate that young children exposed to TV viewing from infancy can experience a delay in speech and know fewer words than...more»
Marci Warhaft-Nadler, a mother of two children, is keen on helping kids with body image issues. She wants kids to reconsider thinking about...more»
Picky eaters come in every shape, size and age. Parents lament how hard it is to get little ones to eat outside of their comfort zones. Indian...more»
Did you know that pre-schoolers are among the fastest-growing age bracket to which antidepressants are being marketed, according to studies...more»
“Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once we grow up.”
– Pablo Picasso
An education in...more»
– Pablo Picasso
An education in...more»
Dell launched its Connected Classroom learning platform for Canadian schools with the support of the Toronto District School Board (TDSB) at Sir...more»
Today’s young families arguably have it tougher than any generation in recent memory. With the global economy on the rebound, many young...more»
Canadians have opportunities to save for their children’s education, but they just aren’t taking advantage of available programs. Only 39 per...more»
Spring is synonymous with many things. The return of baseball. The smell of freshly cut grass. Warmer weather.
While many things we...more»
With the first decade of the 21st century now a thing of the past, historians can look back on the last 10 years and begin reflecting on the...more»
The best thing my parents ever did for me was to send me to horseback riding camp. Maybe it was to get me out of their hair over the...more»
It all starts at mealtime. That’s what the statistics show, and at least one chef can attest to it. According to a study released by The National...more»
Today’s parents have it tougher than ever before. In addition to competing with traditional counterparts like friends and social schedules...more»
When days get longer and the weather begins to warm up, it’s a sure sign that spring is around the corner. After months of cold temperatures...more»
Genes are responsible for many traits in a person. They’ll determine if you’ll have brown eyes or blond hair, and could dictate whether you will...more»
I was speaking at a parenting conference this past month and teaching simple ideas to help bridge the gap for parents, tweens and teens. So...more»
There can be nothing more aggravating than a defiant child. However, when a child is seeking to gain power or control over a situation...more»
Many people have attempted to teach children how to handle bullying. Some say not to be a bystander and some simply say to tell a trusted adult...more»
