Parenting Tips

Set Expectations Before the Storm Hits Most discipline issues boil down to unclear expectations. If kids don’t know the rules, they’re not breaking them they’re guessing. That’s why you need to set the tone early. Before the meltdown, before the mess, before they test the boundary, make the boundary obvious. Rules don’t have to be […]

Understand What’s Really Going On Picky eating isn’t unusual when it comes to toddlers and preschoolers. In fact, it’s developmentally right on time. Around this age, kids are testing boundaries, building preferences, and figuring out how much control they have over their world. Refusing food is one way they take a stand. And yes, it

Why Emotional Skills Matter Just as Much as Math Skills Before a kid can solve for x or spell ‘meteorologist,’ they need to know what to do with frustration, excitement, or disappointment. Emotional development isn’t extra credit it’s core curriculum. Encouraging emotional awareness early lays the groundwork for communication, resilience, and problem solving. Kids who

Sleep issues are almost a foregone conclusion in families with young ones. Parents are typically stuck in the middle of wanting to get their little ones to bed and wanting to get to bed themselves. Stuck in the middle of the loop, parents and children are likely to be sleepy, grouchy, and overwhelmed. Bedtime meditation

Divorce is a serious issue that affects the children most of all. In fact, since most of them happen in the first 14 years of marriage, 72% of divorces affect the younger children. Parents try to keep things stable for their kids by communicating to each other and taking turns in different family roles. The

Photo by RDNE Stock project from Pexels Most parents would agree that school drop-offs can be one of the most stressful parts of the day. Mornings often feel rushed, children might resist getting ready, and parents try their best to stay on schedule. Throw in traffic and packed car parks; your morning can quickly feel

Photo by Antoni Shkraba Studio from Pexels Ever noticed how kids can spend hours lost in their little world of play? It’s more than just fun. It’s one of the best ways they learn to understand their feelings. Through simple games, role-playing, and playing with their favourite toys, kids practice expressing emotions, solving problems, and

Did you know that shared physical custody is becoming more common in the U.S. because new policies and social attitudes after divorce favor both parents sharing a child’s time? In any child custody and support case, discovery is considered an important step where you gather necessary information. The exchange of financial documents, health records, and

As of 2025, approximately 41% of first marriages in the U.S. are predicted to end in divorce. And whenever divorce happens, talk of spousal support or alimony takes place. Alimony is more than financial support. It is also the means to maintain a decent lifestyle after separation. You might ask what the different types are