Behaviour

3 ways to avoid a grocery store meltdown

3 ways to avoid a grocery store meltdown

Let's face it: Shopping does not bring out the best in any of us, especially kids. Here's how to quash a case of the gimmes.

Today's Parent

5 science-backed ways to get your picky eater to try new foods

5 science-backed ways to get your picky eater to try new foods

Getting tired of nightly dinner negotiations with your picky eater? These nutrition researchers have five science-backed tips on how to get your kid to eat.

Kathryn Walton

Why I don't use Santa as a bribe for good behaviour

Why I don't use Santa as a bribe for good behaviour

"Leveraging Christmas runs counter to the very point of the holiday, which should be more about generosity, goodwill and love."

Kristen Thompson

Teach your kids kindness with this cute Elf on the Shelf alternative

Teach your kids kindness with this cute Elf on the Shelf alternative

December has just begun and you're already tired of moving your Elf on the Shelf every single night. Luckily, these Kindness Elves have got you covered.

Kevin John Siazon

Have an angry kid? This free program is here to help

Have an angry kid? This free program is here to help

An innovative program called SNAP is helping teach self-control and emotional regulation to kids with behavioural issues.

Jill Buchner

What to do when your kid is caught stealing

What to do when your kid is caught stealing

Here's how to deal when your kid is caught stealing.

Athena Tsavliris

Why kids need risk, fear and excitement in play

Why kids need risk, fear and excitement in play

When children test their own boundaries in thrilling play, they develop self-confidence, resilience and risk management skills.

Mariana Brussoni

20 secrets of kindergarten teachers

20 secrets of kindergarten teachers

We spoke to the country’s best kindergarten teachers to find out the most effective tactics and strategies they use to manage behaviour.

Kara Aaserud

Study: Second babies are more likely to have behavioural issues later in life

Study: Second babies are more likely to have behavioural issues later in life

Recent research that looks at birth order suggests that second-born kids, specifically boys, are more likely to have trouble in school and with the law.

Amy Valm

How to handle your toddler's "carry me" phase

Toddler behaviour

How to handle your toddler's "carry me" phase

Is your little one constantly asking you to pick them up? Here's how to deal with the carry me phase.

Bonnie Schiedel

Comforting kids with food leads to emotional eating later in life

Comforting kids with food leads to emotional eating later in life

That ice cream or candy you give your kids when they're upset could have some unintended consequences on how they make food choices down the road.

Raina Delisle

How to handle an overly talkative kid

How to handle an overly talkative kid

Having a talkative kid can get pretty overwhelming. Here are some ways to deal with his chatter while maintaining his self-esteem.

Stacey Stein

Why fancy restaurants should ban kids

Why fancy restaurants should ban kids

There’s no shortage of restaurants that cater to pint-size patrons. So why shouldn’t there be places where adults can go and enjoy their food and wine—without the whine?

Tanya Enberg

Could taking antibiotics during pregnancy or breastfeeding impact your child’s behaviour?

Pregnancy health

Could taking antibiotics during pregnancy or breastfeeding impact your child’s behaviour?

A study on mice found behaviour changes in infants whose mothers’ received low-dose penicillin while pregnant or lactating.

Jill Buchner

What to do when your kid says she's running away from home

What to do when your kid says she's running away from home

How to keep your cool when your kid says he’s outta here.

Lola Augustine Brown

5 annoying things that strangers say to moms

5 annoying things that strangers say to moms

Why is it that everyone thinks you need to hear their opinion on your parenting?

Lola Augustine Brown

How to handle your child's first crush

How to handle your child's first crush

Dealing with puppy love, first kisses and questions about boyfriends or girlfriends? Here's what you should know about your kid's first crush.

Lisa Kadane

3 tips for avoiding bad playdates

3 tips for avoiding bad playdates

What do you do when your kids’ friends don’t respect your house rules?

Laura Grande

What to do when you hate your kid's best friend

What to do when you hate your kid's best friend

OK, maybe you kind of hate them. Here's how to cope with your kid's rude and mean beloved BFF.

Corinna Vangerwen

6 simple ways to get a handle on your kids' screen time

6 simple ways to get a handle on your kids' screen time

Losing the fight over screen time? Here are six practical ways to limit your kid's time in front of the phone or tablet.

Bryan Borzykowski

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