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The importance of being silly
I’ve read a lot of parenting books from “What To Expect When You’re Expecting” to “Raising Cain”. All of these tomes provide helpful reassurance and practical tips. I’ve noticed though, that there is something missing from most parenting books. It’s the importance of being silly.
[ADVICE] Ten tidy reasons to get cleaning help
For a modest monthly investment, here I sit in a sparkling clean home thanks to the focused and swift efforts of a cleaning service. Suddenly I am an evangelist for housecleaners everywhere! I want to spread the good news to over-worked parents whose toilet bowls could use a good scrub, whose dust-bunnies are starting to organize, and whose children are grumbling about their friend’s homes being a lot “nicer.”...[ADVICE] Creating creative routines
For most parents, morning and evening routines with kids are part of the daily battle. Whether it’s convincing them to brush their teeth after meals, or wash their hands when they get home from school, most children are less than enthused about bathroom hygiene....
[ADVICE] Help to make girls unstoppable
For many young girls, being a teenager means opening up to new opportunities and taking on bigger responsibilities. But within this personal growth, stressors and ...[ADVICE] Time travels in only one direction, spend it wisely
Last month, my wife and I celebrated the birth of our first child, a healthy and precious baby boy. We named him Daniel JuEun, which means God’s grace in Korean. Going through the nine months of pregnancy, enduring the long eight hours of labor and being there in the delivery room as he came out into the world were incredible, emotional and life-changing experiences for both of us....
[ADVICE] At mealtime, chew on this!
How to talk to your children about food without destroying their body image...[ADVICE] Active parents equal active children
(NC)—According to a recent study by the Canadian Fitness and Lifestyle Research Institute, the value parents place on physical activity directly influences their child’s own attitude about exercise, as well as their participation. So, the next time you decide to skip your daily workout in favour of watching TV, keep in mind you are influencing your child to do the same. On the flip side, you can use your positive attitudes about physical activity to instill the same in your children. Here’s how....[ADVICE] Picnicking: a right of summer
(NC)—Canadians are passionate about picnicking! It’s a great Canadian pastime that doesn’t cost much and can literally take place anywhere, anytime and for any reason! A recent national survey conducted by Leger Marketing on behalf of Schneiders Country Naturals shows that the lure of the picnic basket is undeniable for 85 per cent of Canadians who said they like to picnic regularly....[ADVICE] Summer is here, so why volunteer?
(NC)—For many young Canadians, summer vacation means rest, relaxation and a break from the normal routine. Having some extra free time is also an opportunity to take on a new challenge by getting involved in the community. Volunteering often gives young people the chance to gain some real-life experience that can be beneficial down the road, either in the job market or if they continue on to college or university....
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