Monster Spray: Why We Don’t Recommend It for Bedtime Fears

by Paige Shiels | Dec 20, 2023 | Toddler, Big Kid, Preschooler

A Child Therapist’s Perspective on Monster Spray for KidsA More Helpful Approach to Your Child’s Fear of Monsters 4 Tips to Support Your Child Through Their FearKey Takeaways “Mommy, Mommy!!! There’s a monster in the closet!” What do you do when your child is...

How to Overcome the Fear of Saying “No” to Your Toddler

by Paige Shiels | Jan 13, 2022 | Parent

You Can Break the CycleThe Boundary Has Been Set; Now What?1. Connect With the Feelings2. Set Boundaries Around the Behaviour3. Move ForwardBoundaries and Love Co-Exist Do you struggle to say “No,” “Stop,” “I can’t let you,” or “I won’t let you” to your kids?If you...

Screen Time For Children: Guidelines And Research For Parents

by Paige Shiels | Jan 13, 2022 | Toddler, Big Kid, Preschooler

What does the research say about screen time?What does screen time take away from?Screen time = part of your parenting toolboxGeneral guidelines for screen time As the world becomes increasingly digital, I get a lot of questions about screen time.  Will screen...

How to Raise Boys Who Are Kind, Empathetic, and Respectful

by Paige Shiels | Nov 9, 2021 | Toddler, Big Kid, Preschooler

Validating your boys’ emotions will not raise them to be a “wimp”Raising boys who are respectfulRaising boys who reflectRaising strong boysRaising confident boysRaising boys who feel safe sharing emotionsRaising kind boysRaising boys together “Boys will be...

Navigating The Toddler “Mine” Stage: 3 Effective Tips

by Paige Shiels | Nov 9, 2021 | Toddler

“MINE” = New Developmental Milestone3 Tips to Help Your Toddler Understand Possession1. Narrate the Rules2. Don’t Force Sharing3. Take Away the Power of the ToyExample of Turn-Taking“MINE” Is A Good Thing Is “MINE!!!” your toddler’s favourite word? When my girls were...