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7 positive discipline tips for parents
18 October 2016 - by Cheryl - YMCA Child Care
October is Child Abuse Prevention Month in Ontario. The focus of this month is to raise awareness...read more
Healthy Kids • YMCA Child Care
The importance of positive discipline
11 October 2016 - by Cheryl - YMCA Child Care
For many parents, discipline is one of the toughest parts of the job. But it’s also one of the...read more
Healthy Kids • YMCA Child Care
Raising kids in the digital age & developing healthy technology habits
23 September 2016 - by Cheryl - YMCA Child Care
Last summer while my family was at amusement park, my daughter turned to my husband and asked...read more
Healthy Kids • YMCA Child Care
YMCA Child Care parents share their back-to-school experiences
09 September 2016 - by Cheryl - YMCA Child Care
This past summer was a big one for six-year-old Elyse, who spent July and August with older kids...read more
Healthy Kids • YMCA Child Care
4 tips for a seamless back to school transition
30 August 2016 - by Cheryl - YMCA Child Care
After a long summer break, getting back into school mode can be a challenge. As the days of...read more
Healthy Kids • YMCA Child Care
4 easy ways to simplify your family's morning routine
23 August 2016 - by Cheryl - YMCA Child Care
Every parent has experienced the struggle of the morning routine. From meltdowns over lost shoes...read more
Healthy Kids • YMCA Child Care
How to choose the right preschool for your child
08 August 2016 - by Cheryl - YMCA Child Care
Whether parents are sending their children off to preschool for socialization or preparation for...read more
Healthy Kids • YMCA Child Care
6 books to help prepare your child for preschool or kindergarten
02 August 2016 - by Cheryl - YMCA Child Care
Starting school can be an exciting and frightening time for young children. Reading books about...read more
Healthy Kids • YMCA Child Care
5 ways parents can help toddlers and preschoolers develop independence
28 July 2016 - by Cheryl - YMCA Child Care
“I want to do it by myself!”“Don’t help me!”“I’m a big kid — let me do it!”These are common...read more
Healthy Kids • YMCA Camps and Outdoor Education • YMCA Child Care
7 DIY summer activities and games for kids
25 July 2016 - by Cheryl - YMCA Child Care
We’re halfway through summer and we’ve had some really great weather these past few weeks. Let’s...read more
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