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Disappointment is a natural human emotion that occurs after a perceived failure. For our young children, this perceived failure can look like not getting the toy they wanted, not being invited to a classmate’s...

Parents can help kids catch up in reading with a 10-minute daily routine

Educational September 3, 2019

Because I conduct research about reading, parents often ask me the same question: “What can I do to help my child become a better reader?” I always give them the same advice: “Read with your children....

Mega study confirms pregnant women can reduce risk of stillbirth by sleeping on their...

Family-Planning August 23, 2019

A New Zealand-led international study published today provides the strongest evidence yet that women can more than halve their risk of stillbirth by going to sleep on either side during the last three months of pregnancy. This...

Drinking alcohol at conception shown to harm rats – new study

Family-Planning August 23, 2019

Drinking alcohol while pregnant can have a devastating impact on the developing baby, leading to poor cognition and behaviour. Alcohol is also known to increase the risk of miscarriages, stillbirth and other placental complications. But what if...

Insomnia in pregnancy is common but it’s not normal. Here’s how to beat it

Family-Planning August 23, 2019

Many pregnant women find themselves waking up in the middle of night to go the bathroom (for the third time) or struggling to find a comfortable sleep position. Mildly disrupted sleep is common and bothersome...

Is your child addicted to screens? Here’s what you can do about it

Community August 13, 2019

Luke’s parents gave him a cell phone last year for his 10th birthday. Since then, the amount of time he spends playing video games on and off his phone has increased. Luke has gained weight...

Is it safe to drink alcohol while breastfeeding?

Educational August 13, 2019

Is it safe to drink alcohol and breastfeed? As physicians, we have always cautioned patients not to. As mothers, we look forward to the occasional glass of wine. We also know that drinking while breastfeeding...

PREPARING YOUR CHILD FOR “BIG SCHOOL”

Educational July 25, 2019

There are many new experiences, perspectives and conversations that come with the advent of parenthood. Suddenly you find yourself discussing at length, and listening intensely to other parents, on topics that you never before...

5 tips for parents to build communication skills with children with autism spectrum disorder

Family-Planning July 17, 2019

We are researchers who coach parents to communicate with children with disabilities. Here are five strategies families can use to help children with autism spectrum disorder build their communication skills, along with examples of how...

Community

Disappointment about gifts is good for kids who have enough

September 3, 2019

Disappointment is a natural human emotion that occurs after a perceived failure. For our young children, this perceived failure can look like not getting...

Educational