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6 Family Fun Activity Picks In Vancouver And Surrounding Communities
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Spring Break is here once again, and the sun is shining just in time to get started! There are so many family fun opportunities going on in our local communities, both indoors and outdoors. From visiting local parks and trails, to taking up some arts and crafts, and of course, enjoying kids camps! We hope…
3 Tried-and-True Strategies to Make Daylight Savings Time Easier for
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Daylight saving time is about to begin, and some of us are wondering how we can ease the transition for our family. There are two strategies you can use to make the transition easier. One is to prep before the time change, and another is to do so afterwards—this gives you leeway in deciding which…
A Guide To Buying Your Child’s First Phone
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As your kiddo grows up before your eyes, their wants and needs when it comes to technology will also evolve. A smartphone can be essential for communication, learning, safety, and socializing. But navigating the world of kid-friendly devices can be overwhelming, especially if it’s your first time. This guide will walk you through everything you…
Important Restful Resolution: 5 ways to help kids sleep more
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According to Canada’s 24-Hour Movement Guidelines for Children and Youth, pre-teens up to age 13 require nine to eleven hours of sleep per night, while teens between 14 and 17 need eight to ten hours every night. Good quality sleep is essential to healthy growth and development, a fact that won’t surprise any parent.
Breathe easy: doctors share tips to protect your family’s health
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Taking steps to protect your family’s health at home is a natural instinct. If there’s mold, you clean it. If you have a pest infestation, you remove them. But, there's a major pollutant commonly used in homes across Canada that increases risks to health that not enough people are aware of: gas. Across North America,…
Embracing Growth: New Year Plans and Cultivating a Positive Mindset
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As we usher in the dawn of a new year, it's the perfect time for families to come together and reflect on the past while setting intentions for the future. While resolutions often come and go, fostering a positive mindset and creating actionable plans can significantly contribute to the growth and well-being of each family…
7 helpful tips to Manage Screen Use
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Parents need to take an active role when it comes to helping their child manage his/her online life. Here are 7 practical tips to help your child on their screen journey:
3 Winter Holiday Break Places To Visit In Vancouver
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Here are three picks for those who are hoping to experience a few last family fun-filled adventures this holiday season.
‘Disconnect to Reconnect’ at Dinnertime with These 6 fun Ideas!
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Embracing togetherness with family at dinnertime is a worldwide tradition spanning generations and a multitude of cultures. Sharing a meal with good conversation is a valued part of our social wellbeing, yet a recent survey1 by Maple Leaf Foods shows that this coveted time of togetherness is another aspect of our lives negatively impacted by…
Discover the Joy of Gift-Giving: Make memories that last!
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To make your gift-giving process go a little smoother, we have a list of ideas to get you started. You'll find gift ideas for children, mom, dad, and stocking stuffers
Where to Draw the Line: How to Start a Family
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Out of nowhere, a great bogeyman has pounced on our students, schools, teachers, and parents simultaneously creating chaos, confusion, and wonder. What is this strange beast that has created such a conundrum of fear, curiosity, and euphoria? Artificial Intelligence or AI, as we all know it. Why out of nowhere? Because on November 30,…
Children’s Grief and Awareness Day
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As hard as it is, it is important for children and youth to have their grief witnessed and supported. The Children’s Grief Foundation of Canada confirms that 1 in 5 children experience the death of a family member before they turn 18, so we can’t afford to maintain the cultural taboo. With truthful information, comfort,…
9 Non Trick-or-Treating Ideas for Kids & Teens this Halloween
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For some though trick-or-treating is no longer a viable option. Since the challenging Halloweens during COVID, there has been a decline in trick-or-treating. There are a few other reasons why it may not be the best way to celebrate Halloween this year.
An Amazing Lifetime of Music Begins Here ™
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Fun. Uplifting. Magical. Transformative. These are just a few of the ways that parents describe Music Together®. Want to join their amazing community of Music Together families?
Find what you are looking for at Mulgrave School!
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Mulgrave School’s mission of Inspiring Excellence - the pursuit of personal best - in Education and Life is one that rings true in its holistic approach to education for every student from their wee preschoolers to the Grade 12s who are ready to spread their wings. With the IB programme at its core, Mulgrave offers…
5 Cute “Mommy and Me” Outfit Ideas for You and
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Even though mommy-and-me matching outfit fashion dates back to the 1900s, it’s a trend that has yet to go out of style. It’s always a delight to see mothers and their kids wearing matching clothes, and it’s a fun and creative way for moms to dress up their mini-mes.
From Screens to Dreams: Balancing Screen Time and Healthy Sleep
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Sleep deprivation can lead to challenges at school, socially with friends and family, in extra-curricular activities, and it can lead to more illness. It directly impacts their mental health and wellbeing, as well as their growth and development.
Child Passenger Safety Awareness Week (September 17th – 24th)
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In 2021, Transport Canada reported 57 fatalities and 5,303 injuries for children 0-14 years of age. Here are 5 car seat safety tips.
How to Help Your Child Become a Reader Using Their
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Using a child’s passions brings out their innate genius. Assigned school subjects are not usually what children are interested in, but parents and tutors can help a child to use their hidden passions when an assignment is given and I know how to help your child read.
What to expect and how to help your child through
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Adolescence is a time when youth typically want to fit in with their peers and be seen as similar to their peers. Yet, when adolescents don’t understand the changes their bodies are going through during puberty, many are left feeling different from their peers, and worry that they are not “normal.” The truth is that…
Effective Parenting Techniques – Encouraging Growth Mindset
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Are you going to be parents? Most likely, you are feeling nervous and happy at thesame time. It won't be wrong to say that this is quite obvious. Parenting can beconsidered one of the most difficult jobs in the world. It's kind of a race that startsafter a certain period, but there is no end.…
4 Reasons to Book Fall Activities
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Summer is coming to an end and now is time to start planning which activities your children will be doing this Fall. Extracurricular activities are a huge part of children's growth and development. They provide an opportunity for children to have new experiences, meet new people, and learn new skills. On top of all that…
