Help them find strength, support, and belonging A close community can give our children a sense of belonging, help them develop key social and emotional skills, and provide them with support as they grow. As parents and caregivers, we can help our children find their communities and foster these key connections. A sense of belonging..
A modern parent’s guide to juggling it all As you walk the tightrope between family life and the world beyond it, you may wonder, can you really have it all? The family circus Today’s parents are juggling an increasing number of balls, including This puts a lot of strain on parents. But you can escape the circus…
Fast and fresh summertime recipes Let’s bring the refreshing flavor of mint into the kitchen this summer. With its distinctive flavor profile and heady aroma, mint is the perfect herb to incorporate into a variety of fresh, summery dishes. Read on for inspiration and then run, don’t walk, to grab your nearest bunch of mint..
Helping your kids through infections In the wake of a surge of respiratory infections, parents are looking ahead with some trepidation and wondering how we can best support our kids. Dr. Caroline Meyer, a naturopathic doctor with a passion for pediatric medicine, shares her strategies for surviving the upcoming virus season. Virus basics Unlike bacteria,..
Why being present means everything Is there a magic ingredient to parenting that helps children grow up happy, cultivates resiliency, and helps them reach their potential—whatever that may be? Short answer: yes. However, a worthy reminder: do not compare children and their thrive journeys. “Having a sense of achievement means thriving,” says Gail Johnson, pediatric..
Cook with edible flowers Look to edible flowers to add beauty, flavor, and elegance to healthy seasonal dishes. These recipes will help you create not only pretty plates but delectable meals, perfectly suited for summer eating. Whether you find them in your own garden or at the farmers’ market, make sure you’re using edible flowers..
How to make physical activity a lifelong habit Are you worried that your kid is a couch potato? Is that concern warranted, or is it simply a product of generational differences? We explore healthy activity levels and talk with an expert about how to help turn your mini-me into a mini-mover! It’s all fun and..
What the science says You’ve heard the musical phrase, “Love is all you need.” It’s certainly true that our health flourishes with good old-fashioned love—of any kind (friends, family, even your favorite sports team!). Find out how love affects our heart health and our brain health. Love and heart health Falling in love can make the heart..
How multimodal enrichment works How do we learn best? New scientific evidence suggests that learning that incorporates the use of multiple senses and movement—known as multimodal enrichment—may be the way of the future when it comes to teaching and learning for all ages. Coming back to our senses Multimodal enrichment (a.k.a. multisensory learning) transforms the..
Lighten your load with laughter It’s easy to get serious in our lives, given all that is unfolding in the world. The good news? There is mounting evidence that a good sense of humor, including laughing out loud, is good for us. A good sense of humor Laughter is a physical (and thus visible) expression..