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...

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...

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 ...

My daughter Anna is 6 years old and I am getting frustrated with how disrespectful she can treat me. Last night is a typical example. I was reading 'Cinderella', her favourite bedtime story, when the phone rang. It was a call I felt I should take and within minutes...

"Daniel, what have you been doing up here? You are supposed to be getting dressed - we are going to be late again!" "I am looking for a piece to my Lego", Daniel mumbles. "Well put that down and get moving. Your brother is better organized than you are..."

My husband is an authoritative traditional man. I find most of our conflict comes from me pushing him to spend "quality" time with our children ages 2 and 4 years. The girls adore him and I know he would not have the same relationship he has now with his girls without my influence...

Mom, can I wear makeup now? Your tween (8 to 12 year old) daughter finally popped the one question that is still ringing in your ears and keeping you up late at night. She’s not a grade-schooler and not a teen, so how do you respond...

For those of us fortunate enough to be parents, it isn't long after we bring our children home that we realize what an unbelievably yet difficult journey we've embarked upon. Most of us understand that being a good parent will mean making some sacrifices, but it becomes...

I was completely prepared when I hired my nanny. I had worked in the childcare industry for over 15 years. I had helped hundreds of other parents in Canada find nannies and babysitters. I had worked with my nanny for three days before I left her with my daughter...

Oh, the joys of raising children in Toronto! There is so much to do right at our doorstep. We can take our little ones to the Toronto Zoo, the CN Tower, the Science Centre, the ROM, Casa Loma, the C.N.E - the list goes on. All of these destinations have the potential for a day...