How often do you browse through social media accounts, only to toss your phone aside in disgust, your faith in humanity hitting rock bottom? I know it happens to me several times daily: news of atrocities committed in the name of one religion or another, parents being tried for neglect because they … [Read more...]
Leggings SHOULD Be Pants (A Feminist Rallying Cry)
Leggings are not pants! It seems to be the rallying cry of a generation (mine), aimed at younger generations (including my daughters'). To be totally honest, most of the time I just ignore it as so much irrelevant internet noise in a world already full of irrelevant internet noise. But from … [Read more...]
How Teens Are Using Social Media To Do Good
It's pretty common that we here about stories of kids on social media but for the most part we don't often see headlines about kids who are on social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, Instagram for the good! That's right FOR. THE. GOOD. I was invited to join over 50 students at … [Read more...]
Study Finds Teens Are Less Reliant On Social Networks
Social networks, the term has come to mean more than one thing in our society. And this particular study can really throw you for a loop if you focus on what most of us now think of when we say social networks: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, any social media channel really. But this study, … [Read more...]
Holiday Outfits Kids Will Get Excited About
There’s nothing like getting into the holiday spirit by dressing the part. Play around with your child’s style to pull off some of the best winter looks this season. From cool Christmas sweaters to fancier holiday duds, here’s our oh-so-cool style guide for your kids. Getting Into The Holiday … [Read more...]
Tips From A Tutor: Helping Your Kids With Homework
Written by Natalie Ast For a few years, in between graduating from University and moving on to law school, I was a tutor in Toronto for French Immersion and English students. I had the chance to work with a variety of age groups and cover a range of subjects. Seeking extra help from a tutor to … [Read more...]
Talking To Your Son About Personal Grooming: A How To
There are those conversations that every parent eventually has to have with their kids that can sometimes feel cringe-worthy. The birds and the bees, personal hygiene… we know they are 100% necessary but that doesn’t mean we aren’t going to squirm through the whole thing. And let’s be realistic, if … [Read more...]
Living With A Teen Is Hard…
But living without one is harder. This statement stopped me in my tracks. This week is Mental Illness Awareness Week in Canada. Mental illness affects 1 in 5 youth in Canada, and in tragic instances, may lead to suicidal thoughts or behaviours. Every year, there are over 700 young Canadians who … [Read more...]
Philips Wants To Know: How Do You Have “The Talk”?
Strict Parenting May Be Negatively Affecting Kids
Do you define yourself as a “Tiger Mom”? A new study says that you may be negatively affecting your child’s self-esteem and adjustment in the classroom. A survey of 589 middle and high school students in Hangzhou, China found that adolescents with parents who are controlling, punitive and less … [Read more...]
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