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Navigating Family Boundaries During the Holidays: A Guide for Parents
The holidays can be stressful for kids when family boundaries are tested. Learn how to help them feel safe, confident, and heard.

Dr. Stephanie Lavoie and Dr. Michelle Fardella
Dec 15, 20254 min read


How to Discuss Psychoeducational Assessment Results with Your Child: A Parent’s Guide
Explaining psychoeducational assessment results to your child can feel overwhelming. This guide shows parents how to share results in a child-friendly way, celebrating strengths, addressing challenges with care, and building a positive roadmap for growth.

Sarah Breckenridge
Aug 31, 20255 min read


Helping Youth Find Their Calm
Feeling overwhelmed? Mindfulness helps teens slow down, manage emotions, and find calm in the chaos. Scroll down for simple, free mindfulness tools you can use anytime, anywhere.

Abbie Cameron
Aug 5, 20256 min read


How to Talk to Your Child About Pornography
Talking to your child about pornography might feel awkward, but it’s one of the most important conversations you can have. This blog offers practical, shame-free tips to help you start the conversation, build online safety skills, and support your child with confidence.

Dr. Stephanie Lavoie and Dr. Michelle Fardella
Jul 14, 20256 min read


A Caregiver's Guide to Teaching Sex Education to Youth
Talking about sex and relationships can be tough, but it’s essential. This blog shares practical tips to help you navigate these conversations with clarity, confidence, and care.

Dr. Stephanie Lavoie and Dr. Michelle Fardella
Jul 8, 202512 min read


More Than Just Words: Supporting Reading Comprehension in Everyday Moments
Reading is more than just decoding words—it's about connection, curiosity, and comprehension.
Whether your child prefers audiobooks, comics, or classic storybooks, there are so many ways to make reading fun, meaningful, and accessible. In this blog, we’ll share practical tools, engaging strategies, and a free downloadable resource to help build your child’s reading confidence and routine at home!

Abbie Cameron
May 20, 20256 min read


Presumed Competence: Why It Matters
What if people assumed you couldn’t before you even tried? Presuming competence opens doors to inclusion, growth, and true support.

Dr. Stephanie Lavoie and Dr. Michelle Fardella
Apr 21, 20254 min read


Helping Autistic Youth Embrace Their Authentic Selves
Discover the power of fostering a positive autistic self-identity! In this blog, we explore how embracing autism as a unique strength—rather than something to be fixed—builds confidence and resilience. Learn practical ways parents can nurture self-awareness, self-acceptance, and celebrate their child's strengths, empowering them to thrive.

Dr. Stephanie Lavoie and Dr. Michelle Fardella
Apr 14, 20256 min read


Journaling for Connection - Parent-Child: A Year of Connection
Strengthen your bond and spark meaningful conversations with a shared journaling experience with your child.

Dr. Stephanie Lavoie and Dr. Michelle Fardella
Mar 17, 20256 min read


When "Good Enough" Never Feels Good Enough: Understanding Perfectionism in Kids
This blog explores the signs, causes, and hidden downsides of perfectionism—and, most importantly, how parents can support perfectionism.

Dr. Stephanie Lavoie and Dr. Michelle Fardella
Mar 10, 20253 min read


Supporting Young Writers at Home: Tips & a Handy Checklist
In this blog, we’ll explore practical strategies, helpful tools, and personalized approaches to help your child in their writing journey.

Abbie Cameron
Feb 13, 20254 min read


Navigating Big Life Transitions
Life is full of changes, and while some of these changes are exciting, they can also be overwhelming, especially for children. Whether...

Tiana Vandendort
Jan 21, 20255 min read


The Strengths Within: ADHD Version
Happy ADHD Awareness Month! Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is often perceived just as a challenge, but it's crucial for parents to understand that it comes with its own set of strengths. By recognizing and harnessing these positive aspects, you can better support your child's journey and help them thrive. In this blog post, we'll explore some of the strengths associated with ADHD and how parents and caregivers can foster a positive environment for their chil

Dr. Stephanie Lavoie and Dr. Michelle Fardella
Oct 28, 20243 min read


Parenting to Promote Emotion and Behaviour Regulation in Kids
How to parent sensitive children using emotion coaching and behaviour regulation

Dr. Stephanie Lavoie and Dr. Michelle Fardella
May 29, 20245 min read


Understanding IEPs and IPRCs in Ontario Schools: A Guide for Parents
**This blog is a living document. It will be frequently updated with new information. Please revisit to stay updated! Navigating the...

Dr. Stephanie Lavoie and Dr. Michelle Fardella
Feb 26, 202411 min read


Finding Your Village: Parenting Neurodivergent Children and Teens in a Neurotypical World
Parenting is an incredibly rewarding journey, albeit filled with both joys and challenges. Although this journey is unique to each parent...

Jessica Raimondo
Feb 21, 20244 min read


Navigating Family Boundaries During the Holidays: A Guide for Parents
The holiday season is often a time filled with love, get-togethers, and fun with family and friends. However, for some, it can also be a tim

Dr. Stephanie Lavoie and Dr. Michelle Fardella
Dec 17, 20233 min read
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Many gifted children **don’t excel academically** in the way people expect, and that doesn’t make them any less gifted.
Giftedness can show up as deep curiosity, intense emotions, creative thinking, big questions, asynchronous development, or boredom in traditional classrooms. When a child’s mind moves faster or differently than the system around them, school performance alone doesn’t tell the full story.
A child can struggle with grades **and** still be highly gifted. Both things can be true. 🌱
Understanding the *whole child* matters more than a report card.
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When an adult uses words like that, the harm can last far beyond the moment. Children internalize the messages they hear, especially from the adults meant to protect and guide them. Words can shape self-worth, safety, and identity.
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