HOME ALONE

As a working parent you may, at times, have to work longer hours and this may require leaving your child alone at home. Before leaving your child alone, you must ask yourself if you have provided him with the skills and information he will need that will prepare him...

Teaching Teens About Healthy Relationships

Setting boundaries is an important part of any relationship and help protect oneself against abuse. Our boundaries reflect our personal values and our self-understanding. Setting boundaries is all about respecting oneself and being respected by others. It is never too...

What Parents and Sitters Need to Know

  Whether you are returning to work or need a few hours to yourself, leaving your child under the care of someone new can be a daunting task for many parents. Following are some guidelines that can help parents when hiring a babysitter: Invite the sitter to a...

Travelling unaccompanied

Throughout the year many children may travel unaccompanied on a bus, train, or plane to visit a parent, grandparents or other family members. Appropriate planning with the travel companies is the best way to guard against any potential unpleasant experiences and help...