The Conversation – Nikki Martyn and Elena Merenda
Parenting today can be fraught with anxiety. With the rise in technology and social media, stories seem to abound about dangers, but the prevalence of crime and its severity is lower today than it was a decade or so ago in Canada. But this doesn’t necessarily stop parents from feeling scared and vulnerable.
https://theconversation.com/when-can-kids-trick-or-treat-without-adults-125924
Moms – Elisa Cinelli
Kids don’t just go to the doctor when they’re sick, they require regular well check visits. But exactly how often should you bring your children to their pediatrician? The American Academy of Pediatrics has created a guide so you know exactly when to schedule a check up.
https://www.moms.com/child-well-visits-vaccination-schedule-answered/
Moms – Diane Mtetwa
When you think of fire safety, you probably think about those drills that got you out of class for just a little bit when you were in school or the shrill sound that informed you of a fire drill at work inconveniently in the middle of an important meeting. For the most part, you’ve probably been able to entrust fire safety protocol to others and have not had to give much thought to what fire safety looks like for you and your family. U.S. fire departments report an estimated 358,500 residential home fires occur every year and no one is exempt from it happening to them. Having a fire safety plan is the best way to protect your family in the event that this type of tragedy happens to you.
Moms – Jayme Kennedy
If you suffer from occasional anxiety or have an anxiety disorder, then you know firsthand how difficult it can be to manage your symptoms and not let it affect your everyday life. It’s so easy to get overwhelmed by the stress of it all! So if it’s hard for us to manage our anxiety, imagine how hard it is for kids who suffer from anxiety. If you’re concerned your child might have anxiety, we have some information that might help.
Romper – Ellen Schmidt
Every day, your toddler discovers something new to be excited about, truly relishing the small stuff that we adults often overlook or take for granted. But all that burgeoning independence comes with an abundance of feelings, too. As parents, we’re right there on the front lines to witness the full range of our child’s varying emotions, from the highest highs to the lowest lows (sometimes daily). In those low moments, how do we deal with big feelings in children (i.e. temper tantrum, meltdown, tears galore)? And is there a way to help prevent an eruption of feelings in the first place?