Everyone benefits when you take time for yourself, seek support and try to enjoy the often difficult new baby phase.

Here’s how three parents are navigating a relocation, what it means for kids, and how experts advise co-parents handle the situation.

We often ask our kids basic questions about how their day was, with mixed results. If you're lucky, you'll get more than a one-word answer. But what if we could get inside that growing brain—or get ahead of that tantrum by asking the right questions?

This is the tightrope walk of modern parenting: How do we raise boys who are both resilient and emotionally aware? Who can stand up for themselves while still being vulnerable?

Your child’s first sleepover is a big milestone - an important step towards independence and social development…

Thinking about family therapy? It’s not as daunting as it seems. Learn what to expect, how it helps, and how to choose a therapist.

Parental favoritism is normal, but it stings. Here’s why it happens and how to handle it.

In Ontario, the family court system has a valuable tool called the Voice of the Child Report to ensure children's feelings and preferences are considered during separation or divorce proceedings. Understanding this report is crucial for parents who want to prioritize their child's well-being throughout this challenging time.

The phrase "neurodiversity" appears to be used a lot these days. However, what exactly does the term "neurodiverse" actually mean? And, more importantly, if you are the parent of a neurodiverse, what resources are available for you…

We spoke to Simren Kanwal about the many questions that are asked about child play therapy and what you as parents can expect in deciding whether or not play therapy is a good choice for your child.

In this blog post we'll explore the importance of saying "no" to your kids and how doing so can contribute to raising financially responsible and mindful adults.

Back to school welcomes a whole host of emotions, from excitement to nerves to anxiety. Stephanie appeared on CHCH Morning Live to talked about this transition…

Back to school means many things to families as they prepare their kids for the school year ahead. Often, this sets the routine and expectations for the next ten months. There are some worries or fears that can come along. This list is designed to support you and your family to ensure everyone feels supported, prepared, and excited for September!

Breaking up is hard to do…but even harder when you have children.

Intimate partner violence can look different than you think. Learn what it is and how it affects children’s development.

Many mental health problems start during these teen years, but unfortunately, many don’t receive the support they need immediately. However, who can connect with a caring adult for help not only feel better, they do better as well.

Kate Brockbank (RSW) will be running our When Parents Separate group program, beginning on March 22, 2022. We sat down with Kate to give us some of the benefits of this group, and why a group of this nature could benefit children whose parents are separated or divorced.

This week we are talking to registered Social Worker, Kate Brockbank about Anxiety in Children, Pre-teens and Youth. This week, Kate will help us recognize whether or not what we’re seeing in our kids is anxiety or typical behaviour.

This week we are talking to registered Social Worker, Kate Brockbank about Dispelling Myths about Child Mental Health. Many of us hold certain outlooks surrounding mental health, whether we are aware of them or not. This week, Kate challenged some of those beliefs.

Mental illness can distort a child’s perception of reality, how they handle conflict, how they deal with their emotions and; emotional responses. When this negative behavior becomes consistent, stronger, and inhibits their ability to interact with people and maintain relationships, it could be a cause for worry.  This week, we interviewed our Peachey Counselling and Family Support team member, Registered Social Worker, Kate Brockbank, about how to recognize signs of mental illness in children and adolescents.