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Photo: Courtesy of Club Med 1. Club Med Cancún Yucatán  Situated on the picturesque tip of the Riviera Maya, this all-inclusive is lined with three white, sandy beaches and is steps from the world’s second largest coral reef. Included in your stay is unlimited gourmet dining at one of the four on-site restaurants, unlimited snorkeling,

Refurbished electronics are good for the earth, your wallet and your peace of mind. Created for Before you toss that old smartphone for the latest model or break the bank buying a new tablet for your five-year-old, consider this: nearly 54 million metric tonnes of e-waste was generated worldwide in 2019 alone and only 17

With colouring pages, thought starters and crafts, the Food for Thought ultimate activity book helps kids give back to those in need Created for A staggering one million children in Canada go to bed every night with empty tummies. That’s one in five kids who are food insecure, meaning that nutritious, sufficient amounts of food

I was cooking dinner for my kids when a radio report stopped me, mid-stir: “Why gas stoves are bad for the climate–and you.” My ears perked up as the broadcaster specified that pollutants from gas stoves are especially harmful to kids. I looked down at the blue flames licking up the sides of the simmering

When a young athlete is complaining of chest pain, parents and coaches need to take it very seriously. Watch this video to learn what you need to know about children, chest pain, and sports. Dr. Chesney Castleberry, Pediatric Cardiologist, explains why it’s so important to take chest pains seriously and what you should do as

Instead of telling kids what not to do, Correcting Behaviors shows kids what you want them to do instead. When parents practice the desired behavior, kids are more likely to do the behavior in the future. Visit our online parenting class to learn more about correcting kids behaviors in a positive and healthy way that

Laundry lived in piles. Toys overtook our floor. I lost pacifiers, sippy cups, favoured stuffies. My life was a total wreck until I got the help I needed for my adult ADHD. I heard the refrains throughout my childhood: If you’d just try a little harder, you’d be first in the class. Why do you

Discover the true story of a little boy, a chance encounter between two moms, and a life-changing cancer treatment. Watch the teaser trailer!

With the recent American Supreme Court debate about whether or not to criminalize abortion and overturn Roe v. Wade, it’s likely kids will overhear the word “abortion” at some point and ask what it means. Whether it’s on the news, TV, radio or overhearing discussions by adults in their sphere, children are often fascinated by

This modern adaptive organization is about so much more than cookies Created for When you think about Girl Guides, your first thought likely goes to cookies. But Girl Guides go way beyond that. In fact, the organization has roots in gender equity and inclusivity that continue to serve as its foundation for helping girls develop

This creative activity will help your children or teen make better choices by using our decision making skill. Visit http://www.smarterparenting.com and see all our parenting activities, tips and skills.

For many parents, screen time offers a precious break from parenting—and this is true for famous moms and dads, too. Whether it’s educational shows, classic cartoons or the latest Disney movies, we’re all looking for a little time to ourselves while Nanny TV takes on the role of activity coordinator. And in case you were

Which “C” is most Challenging for You? Comment below with… Chaos – rushed routines, busy schedule, survival mode Conflict – sibling rivalry, power struggles, marital stress Clutter – piles of laundry, never-ending cleanup, mess! Clinginess – over-dependent, needy children, feeling touched out Confusion – out of touch with your intuition, no clear vision, fear The

Teaching children consequences are a natural response to actions is an important part of building healthy children. Consequences are different than punishment in that they are meant to teach a child and not to cause physical, emotional, or mental harm. The biggest mistake that parents make when giving a consequence is that they don’t find

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How well could you describe a piece of candy blindfolded? In this game, using the steps of Observe and Describe describe a candy by touch and taste and try to guess what it is. Learn more: http://www.smarterparenting.com/observe-and-describe

These free typing games will help make learning this important skill fun. Photo: BBC Living in today’s digital world, it’s pretty crucial that kids know how to type. But learning this important skill doesn’t have to be a chore—there are plenty of fun ways to log some online typing practice hours. Here are 10 typing

Try these easy, inexpensive games to keep your birthday guests busy and entertained at the party. Photo: Erik Putz The invitations have been sent, and it won’t be long before your child’s birthday party! How will you keep them entertained for two hours? That’s the age-old question—and one of the main reasons why some parents