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Moving… Making it easier on the kids!

Moving to a new home can be a challenging and stressful experience for kids. They are leaving behind familiar places and important friendships. It's very much like starting over - they have to find new friends and get used to a new home, neighbourhood, and school...

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Help: My Child Won't Get into Their Car Seat!

What a wonderful scenario, and all too familiar to many parents - you've got a schedule to keep, such as picking up a sibling from school, and your preschooler decides to "pull the stunt" and refuse to get into their seat! You desperately start coaxing and offering treats...

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Mother Knows Best!

Last year, we invited our Toronto4Kids Moms to submit their best "tried and tested" tips. Here is a compilation of some of the best tips we received. From getting organized to keeping things tidy, keeping kids safe, having fun and more, you're bound to find a tip or two...
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Have you started an RESP yet?

Most parents want their children to get a good education, but the rising cost of tuition might have you worried about whether you can afford to send your child to college or university. A Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) can be a great way to save...
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Kind And Firm Parenting

I've been attending several parenting classes, and I'm really sold on the ideas of democratic parenting [treating children with the same dignity and respect that parents show to their own peers]. However, in times of crisis I revert back to my old habits...

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Car Trips With Kids? No Sweat!

You might be breaking out into a sweat at the mere thought of a car trip with kids. But handled well, car trips can be an easy and budget friendly way to have some family fun and adventure! The key to a successful car trip is in the preplanning. Here are some tips to...

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Choosing a Summer Day Camp

Having been a successful Camp Director for two decades, I have continuously and proudly gained parents' trust and interest, watching children and staff members return year after year. Intuitively knowing the value of a true summer camp experience...

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Life Partnership

Let's face it, young couples have many responsibilities that weigh heavily on them. Some of the most pressing include child rearing, making a living, and generally providing for the family's various needs. Parents work hard outside the home, and when they come home...

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Tips for an easy Back to School Transition

Start the transition slowly. Have your child start going to sleep a little earlier each day, a week before school and before you know, they'll be used to getting up early again. Ensure that children are getting their minimum of 9 hours of sleep per night...
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Alternatives to Punishment

I'd like your advice on a constantly recurring problem that I have with my 7-year-old son. Most of the time he's quite reasonable, takes care of his little sister, and is generally pleasant to be with. However, he doesn't want to listen when I tell him to do ...

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