The dangers of hyper-education
The growing number of young people suffering from burnout, performance anxiety and depression is causing concern. Hyper-education has been at the heart of hot topics for some years now.
Self Esteem and Knowing Yourself
My child is always dirty!
His shirt is dirty. He has a runny nose. His hands are brown. His feet are covered with dirt. He is (almost) always dirty! What can I do?
June 5, 2023
What is love, mom?
Love is many things and you will know what it is when you see it. Is that a good explanation? No? Let’s try harder...
January 23, 2023
Let them believe in Santa!
Should we let our kids believe in Santa Claus and the whole holiday magic? Absolutely, and psychoeducator Solène Bourque tells us why.
December 19, 2022
Sowing desires and dreams in our children's lives
We live in a society where everything goes fast and where children want everything and want it now. What if we left a little room for hopes and dreams?
December 19, 2022
Teaching toddlers to be assertive and stand up for themselves
Does assertiveness come naturally to children or do we have to teach it to them? Nancy Doyon offers a few thoughts that will help your children better face adversity.
July 4, 2022
Be careful what you tell your children
These little sayings seem harmless but they can leave negative traces and give your child a false sense of guilt. Here is a quick autopsy of the parental language.
September 13, 2021
Believing in fairytales
Should we tell fictitious stories to our kids? Santa Claus, the Easter Bunny, the baby-delivering Stork, the Tooth Fairy?
November 25, 2019
The benefits of fairy tales
Fairy tales are very helpful for your children and gently prepare them to face life and its pitfalls.
April 9, 2018
The instinct of children
“We won’t leave until you give a big hug to your uncle!” What should we do or avoid to help our children follow their instinct?
January 4, 2013
Little emperors
Who are they and what are the causes of this growing social phenomenon? What can we do as parents to avoid having a little emperor?
May 29, 2011
My son plays like a girl
Out with the cars and dinosaurs, your son prefers princess costumes, dolls and fairies? Does your child’s behaviour worry you? This type of reaction is normal there is no need to panic.
