Articles written by Michelle Carchrae

Roots of Empathy helps children learn emotional intelligence skills at school by showing them how to learn from the bond between babies and parents.

Oct 30, 2010 - Michelle Carchrae

Want to avoid the candy overload and continue to boycott Nestle during Halloween? Get creative with candy trades, alternative treats and Halloween parties.

Oct 30, 2010 - Michelle Carchrae

Empathy is the foundation of kindness, and children learn how to be empathetic by watching their parents being kind and considerate in their daily life.

Oct 16, 2010 - Michelle Carchrae

Good quality childcare provides a caring, trustworthy caregiver who will be able to form an emotional attachment with your child while keeping her safe.

Oct 9, 2010 - Michelle Carchrae

Looking for activities and social time for a toddler or preschooler? Starting a playgroup is a low-cost way to create a group for support and friendships.

Sep 25, 2010 - Michelle Carchrae

Playing make-believe is not only cheaper than buying lots of fancy electronic toys, it helps children develop self-control and problem solving skills.

Sep 15, 2010 - Michelle Carchrae

Is regular, scheduled quality time important for family relationships? Research suggests that attitude can make unscheduled time relationship building.

Sep 9, 2010 - Michelle Carchrae

Great natural birth resources include supportive birth attendants, The Business of Being Born, New Active Birth, Birthing From Within and Hypnobirthing.

Aug 31, 2010 - Michelle Carchrae

Going back to school means a return to bedtimes, mealtimes, routines, school supplies and homework, but parents can help children transition gradually.

Aug 14, 2010 - Michelle Carchrae

Lisa Hanson and Heather Kempskie provide 200 fun activities for kids of different ages, from quiet games for waiting rooms to boisterous outdoor play.

Aug 7, 2010 - Michelle Carchrae

Barbara Nicholson and Lysa Parker describe the 8 Proven Parenting Principles of Attachment Parenting in their book, Attached at the Heart.

Jul 16, 2010 - Michelle Carchrae

Going bicycling with young children can be a fun family activity, but it requires some safety information, special equipment and planning the best route.

Jul 14, 2010 - Michelle Carchrae

Daily routines for families are often abandoned during the summer holidays. Staying flexible and recognizing the benefits of unstructured downtime can help.

Jul 10, 2010 - Michelle Carchrae

Steady Days by Jamie C. Martin is a helpful guide to creating an organized, intentional approach to parenting that is both flexible and professional.

Jul 2, 2010 - Michelle Carchrae

The best baby stroller is one that suits a family's lifestyle and planned family size, is convenient, safe, easy to set up or collapse and affordable.

Jun 12, 2010 - Michelle Carchrae

Children learn how to use money responsibly by having an allowance, saving money, donating to charity, and participating in the family's finances.

Jun 7, 2010 - Michelle Carchrae

Dining with kids can be enjoyable! Remember to arrive early, bring snacks and toys, practice table manners, minimize the mess and know when to go home.

May 31, 2010 - Michelle Carchrae

Learn how to soothe a crying baby with swaddling, side position, shushing, swinging and sucking by watching Dr Karp's The Happiest Baby on the Block DVD.

May 29, 2010 - Michelle Carchrae

The Big Book of Parenting Solutions by Michele Borba is a comprehensive reference for parents who wish to learn how to discipline in a firm, empathetic way.

May 5, 2010 - Michelle Carchrae

Alice Lake, Ruckle Park, Porteau Cove and Miracle Beach are four family friendly campsites within a few hours' drive of Vancouver.

Apr 27, 2010 - Michelle Carchrae

Camping with young children can be fun! Remember to plan in advance, invite another family, leave toys at home and plan age-appropriate activities.

Apr 24, 2010 - Michelle Carchrae

Finding good parenting tips can be difficult, but checking for qualifications, up-to-date knowledge and respect for children help identify quality parenting advice.

Mar 27, 2010 - Michelle Carchrae

Colic is a new parent's worst nightmare, but Dr. Harvey Karp teaches parents 5 techniques that work together to trigger the newborn calming reflex and stop a baby crying.

Mar 17, 2010 - Michelle Carchrae

The Kids' Yoga Deck is a fun, colorful way for kids to learn yoga, increase their physical activity and enjoy fun games and creative activities together.

Mar 13, 2010 - Michelle Carchrae

Learning to parent more effectively, respectfully or with more self-control can be a challenge, but there are many free online parenting courses and resources available.

Feb 12, 2010 - Michelle Carchrae

The Dad Manual has a wide variety of activities, ideas, instructions and information to help parents have fun spending quality time together with their kids.

Feb 5, 2010 - Michelle Carchrae

Neufeld explains what attachment is, why it's so important, what happens when kids become attached to their friends instead of parents and how to keep your kids close.

Jan 30, 2010 - Michelle Carchrae

New dads will feel at ease using the Haynes Baby Manual to learn how to be a hands-on dad who can change diapers, sterilize bottles or use a baby carrier.

Jan 24, 2010 - Michelle Carchrae

Beyond the Rainbow Bridge gives parents resources to use Waldorf philosophy at home, how to make natural toys, using creative discipline and age appropriate fairy tales.

Jan 21, 2010 - Michelle Carchrae

Looking for a unique baby gift? A month of paid diaper service, handmade toys, classic books and babysitting time are great gifts for new parents and their babies.

Jan 14, 2010 - Michelle Carchrae

Kids' healthy eating habits start with learning about how food grows in the garden, how to cook it with healthy recipes and eating together as a family.

Dec 28, 2009 - Michelle Carchrae

Looking for a great last-minute gift for a family member? Memberships, activities and magazines are all environmentally friendly, quick to buy and unique gifts.

Dec 17, 2009 - Michelle Carchrae

Having a good time with family this Christmas doesn't have to be expensive and difficult. Easy Christmas crafts and activities can be earth-friendly, fun and memorable.

Dec 17, 2009 - Michelle Carchrae

Baby Wise gives parents a strategy for training infants to sleep alone from the newborn stage, but it is not suitable for everyone.

Dec 2, 2009 - Michelle Carchrae

Want to celebrate a child's birthday without mountains of wrapping paper, paper plates and unwanted gifts at the end of the day? Throw a green party instead!

Nov 17, 2009 - Michelle Carchrae

There is a wide world of parents out there in the blogosphere, and they are writing to entertain and educate readers, and to express the joys and challenges of parenting.

Nov 4, 2009 - Michelle Carchrae

Prepare for a swine flu infection in the household by making hand washing a habit, checking supplies, reviewing sick leave and learning about severe swine flu symptoms.

Nov 4, 2009 - Michelle Carchrae

Biting is scary and stressful, but parents can help children stop biting by teaching them how to manage emotions and preventing situations that trigger the urge to bite.

Oct 28, 2009 - Michelle Carchrae

Cheap, quick and easy last minute Halloween costumes for kids can be found at the back of the closet, in a kid's gym bag, at the neighbour's house and on the sale rack.

Oct 14, 2009 - Michelle Carchrae

Protect your family from swine flu with different vaccine options, good hand washing habits, a strong immune system and learning about Tamiflu safety for children.

Oct 10, 2009 - Michelle Carchrae

Organic foods help reduce children's exposure to harmful pesticides, and Eat Healthy helps parents increase the amount of healthy, organic foods their children eat.

Sep 23, 2009 - Michelle Carchrae

After school care can be trickier to organize than a full day of daycare, but options include Kindercare, after school programs, enrichment activities and babysitters.

Sep 9, 2009 - Michelle Carchrae

The Baby Whisperer's parenting advice offers a middle of the road approach that is an excellent alternative to cry-it-out sleep training, but it's not for everyone.

Sep 1, 2009 - Michelle Carchrae

Ricki Lake and Abby Epstein's documentary about birth is a valuable resource for all expectant parents. Learn the truth about hospital birth and home birth safety.

Aug 29, 2009 - Michelle Carchrae

Get fit after giving birth with Fit 4 Two classes, Mom & Baby yoga, going for walks with baby in a sling or working out at home with a jogging stroller or fitness DVD.

Aug 19, 2009 - Michelle Carchrae

A great babysitter or daycare is a valuable resource to parents. Use word of mouth, local community centres, licensed daycares or other parents to find good childcare.

Aug 12, 2009 - Michelle Carchrae

The end of summer often means the end of unstructured days and late bedtimes for children. Slowly changing routines and preparing for school eases the transition.

Jul 28, 2009 - Michelle Carchrae

The humble neighborhood park can be a social hub, an opportunity to stay physically active, and a source of local resources and sense of community

Jul 24, 2009 - Michelle Carchrae

When a child is ready for the independence and social experience of preschool, choose the best early childhood education approach for his personality.

Jul 14, 2009 - Michelle Carchrae

Coloroso teaches parents how to discipline kids with love, respect and consistency by ditching rewards and punishments and involving kids in problem solving.

Jul 7, 2009 - Michelle Carchrae