BC Parent Newsmagazine logo

TKS is the world’s top innovation program for students ages

3 min read

The world has changed. The advice we give our young people needs to change along with it. What was once true (in many cases) no longer is.  For example - in high school, students are still told that as long as they optimize for good grades, an extracurricular, and play on a sports team, this…

Carlie Parkinson

TKS - children gathering

Mydoh helps children manage their finances

6 min read

If you’re looking for a helpful app to get started check out Mydoh, powered by RBC. It is a helpful tool to educate and show your children the comings and goings of their money while learning how to make smart money choices. It’s a money management app and Smart Cash Card (which includes a digital…

Carlie Parkinson

Mydoh

3 Reasons Why Your Child’s Eye Exam Is More Than

4 min read

While you may think eye exams are unnecessary if your child sees clearly (or isn’t complaining about their vision), it may be more helpful than meets the eye.  The importance of these exams is much more than just finding out if your child’s vision is blurry and updating their prescription. 

Carlie Parkinson

eye exam

8 Common Successful Life Mistakes

8 min read

etting a great mark, and forgetting everything you learned after a few days. The status quo is only focusing on getting great marks, but not looking ahead at how to prepare for a changing world. Here are 8 common successful life mistakes.

Francesca Cadhit

life

Feeling tired? Increase your energy levels by choosing the right

5 min read

Did you know, many people live their daily lives without enough iron in their system, and perhaps they don’t even know it? Having low ferritin (protein that stores iron) levels is fairly common, in fact, studies have shown that up to 25% of the world’s population suffers from low iron and that up to 8%…

Carlie Parkinson

tired mom

3 new “must-sees” at Playland

3 min read

Playland has always been a summer must-do. It's a fun afternoon or evening for everyone. There are many rides for kids and families to enjoy together, like Tea Cups, Honeybee Express, Bug Whirled, and Balloon Explorers. But this year, guests can also find some new and updated attractions.

Carlie Parkinson

playland

Diabetes in Children – Parenting Tips for Family Wellness

5 min read

According to statistics from the Canadian Pediatric Society, 33,000 school-age children (5-18 years old) in Canada have Type 1 Diabetes, and there are several thousands under the age of 5. How can you identify diabetes? What can you do to support your children?

Carlie Parkinson

diabetes

Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) and your family

7 min read

Urinary Tract Infections, better known as UTIs, is something that many women (approximately 60%) and some men, have experienced in their lifetime. Did you know that even children can get them?

Carlie Parkinson

UTIs

A Taste of the PNE: Drive-Thru Fair Experience

2 min read

Around this time of year, we would begin planning our annual visit to The PNE Fair. Unfortunately, this year is not like other year’s and a lot of things have changed due to precautions to keep our friends, families, and communities safe from COVID-19. Luckily, the PNE has a very creative team and they have…

Carlie Parkinson

The PNE Fair drive-thru

5 Helpful tips to Manage Nighttime Anxiety

4 min read

“But I’m not tired!” “What about the monsters in the closet?” “I heard a noise under the bed!” “Mooooooommmm!” When you have kids, you come to expect that they will find any excuse to avoid going to sleep. After all, many little ones have FOMO and are convinced you’re having wild parties with the entire…

Robyn South

Nighttime

Filter by

Category

Category

Sort

Sort

A - Z

A - Z
  • All
  • # (113)
  • A (41)
  • B (41)
  • C (24)
  • D (15)
  • E (30)
  • F (31)
  • G (12)
  • H (27)
  • I (17)
  • K (7)
  • L (6)
  • M (16)
  • N (6)
  • O (2)
  • P (21)
  • R (8)
  • S (31)
  • T (50)
  • U (5)
  • V (2)
  • W (25)
  • Y (3)
  • 1 (12)
  • 2 (8)
  • 3 (18)
  • 4 (23)
  • 5 (32)
  • 6 (9)
  • 7 (5)
  • 8 (4)
  • 9 (2)

A - Z

A - Z
  • All
  • # (113)
  • A (41)
  • B (41)
  • C (24)
  • D (15)
  • E (30)
  • F (31)
  • G (12)
  • H (27)
  • I (17)
  • K (7)
  • L (6)
  • M (16)
  • N (6)
  • O (2)
  • P (21)
  • R (8)
  • S (31)
  • T (50)
  • U (5)
  • V (2)
  • W (25)
  • Y (3)
  • 1 (12)
  • 2 (8)
  • 3 (18)
  • 4 (23)
  • 5 (32)
  • 6 (9)
  • 7 (5)
  • 8 (4)
  • 9 (2)