Cooperation is such a wonderful word. It conjures up positive feelings like togetherness, unity, and harmony. As parents we'd all love more of this stuff in our families! If you're not living in a cooperative environment, you might be experiencing competition...

My son Jason is going to school for his first time and there’s been a lot of fuss to get him ready. His younger brother Adam seems very jealous of all the things we’re buying Jason – especially the backpack! He’s throwing his brother’s things around and making life...

Halloween Candy Rationing - October 31st marks the start of the annual six-month war against excessive candy consumption fought by mothers everywhere, marked by the Battles of Christmas, Valentine’s Day, Easter and of course Halloween, the mac daddy battle of them all.

Family meetings are essential to getting everyone on the same page and great to do all year round. Including all family members in planning the morning and after school rituals makes following through all that more easier. Everyone gets a chance to provide...

It's perfectly normal to feel anxious on the first day of school. Getting back into the school routine, getting a new teacher and adjusting to new workloads takes some getting used to - especially after a long summer break. Here are some tips to go over with your child...

It’s almost back to school. Here’s a list of things to do before heading back to make sure the return is effortless! Don’t wait until the last minute for school supplies shopping. Take advantage of the selection and sales well in advance. Check your school bag from...

In another month, most kids will be heading back to school. If your child will be going to school for the very first time, this is the start of an exciting new stage in their life! Take the time now, to introduce him or her to life at school! You can do this with the help of...

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...

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...

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...