March 2010

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Flying with kids: what parents should know

Flying with kids: what parents should know

There are several medical documents parents should have on hand when travelling with kids.

Cruising is a boatload of fun

Cruising is a boatload of fun

With two teenagers and a tween, going on a vacation that would please everyone had become a difficult task. Then we took our first family cruise.

Camps for the under-5 Set

Camps for the under-5 Set

There are several questions parents should ask before sending little ones off to camp.

How to talk to kids about disturbing events

How to talk to kids about disturbing events

It’s nearly impossible to shield children from painful events. Parents need to use age-appropriate language to reassure kids about calamities.

Mediators help divorcing couples find a middle ground

Mediators help divorcing couples find a middle ground

Before heading to court, experts suggest couples try to find solutions through discussion and collaboration.

Parenting teens: books that will save your sanity

Parenting teens: books that will save your sanity

A review of three books that will help parents navigate these challenging years

Local elves recycle toys year-round

Local elves recycle toys year-round

A Montreal organization called Les Lutins Verts recycles and refurbishes used and broken toys then resells them

Teaching kids to mind their manners

Teaching kids to mind their manners

After a relative commented on her children's lack of table manners, one mom decided she needed to change her family's ways.