How to help young kids cope with separation anxiety in going to school
On her first full day of preschool, Alexander Lane’s 3-year-old daughter stayed in the car for an hour at drop-off because she didn’t want to go inside. On the second day, she entered class in tears. But by the third day, she eagerly ran into the classroom. Starting preschool or kindergarten is a milestone, but […]
How I get my kids to listen—in 5 seconds or less
Recently, I was talking to my two middle-school sons about the importance of listening the first time they’re asked to do something, especially when it really matters. But before I got far, my oldest interrupted, rolling his eyes: “Bruh, it’s not that deep.” “FYI, I’m not your bruh,” I replied. The exchange reminded me of […]
Apply for Canadian citizenship: adults and children
Apply for Canadian citizenship: adults and children – Canada.ca Find out how adults (18 and above) and minors (under 18) can become Canadian citizens. Processing times We couldn’t load the data. Try again. ? The processing time starts when we receive your complete application (no missing information or documents) […]
How to raise a patriot
‘Good news for patriots,’ said one of our most celebrated national newspapers this week: ‘Your numbers are likely to swell.’ This was on the editorial page, where the opinions of the paper are laid out, and it referred to a poll conducted by ‘More in Common’ which had found, to everyone’s surprise, that British teenagers […]
Syphilis and Congenital Syphilis on the Rise – How to Protect Your Patients
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I study happiness for a living—4 parenting lessons for raising happy kids
I’ve always looked forward to Mother’s Day. I embrace it as a useful reminder to pause in the tumult of everyday life, to reflect lovingly and thankfully about my mother — and the mother figures in my life — and to tell them how important they are to me. I’m fortunate enough to be both […]
How to talk to children about Jackie and Shadow’s chick dying and other losses in life
Keep up with LAist. If you’re enjoying this article, you’ll love our daily newsletter, The LA Report. Each weekday, catch up on the 5 most pressing stories to start your morning in 3 minutes or less. The YouTube livestream of Big Bear’s famous bald eagle nest is popular with parents and educators alike, becoming a […]
Air purifiers, masks and staying indoors: How to reduce your risk from air pollution
Nearly the entire world is exposed to air at some point that doesn’t meet the strict standards set by the World Health Organization. ADVERTISEMENT Everyone loves a breath of fresh air. Unfortunately, too often our air is anything but fresh. While air quality varies dramatically from place to place and day to day, nearly the […]
How to talk to kids about disability – and why it’s important
It’s something many parents will be familiar with. You’re out in public, when your child sees someone with disability and loudly blurts something out about why that person looks different. The questions come from a place of innocence, but they’re awkward and can evoke negative feelings for the person with disability So, how should parents […]
How to ask someone to be your child’s legal guardian when creating a will
When creating or updating your will, you might be considering nominating someone to be the legal guardian of your child. Choosing a ‘testamentary guardian’ (the formal term for legal guardian) for your child if they are under 18 when you die means they will be able to make decisions about their long-term care. It’s a […]