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Why Early Intervention is Critical in Children's Mental Health

If you find parenting hard, you are far from alone. We are in the midst of a children’s mental health crisis. That means that your child may be struggling with their mental health, which makes them harder to parent, OR, you are helping them navigate challenges related to Mental Health problems of their peers or others in your community.

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Anxiety in Children: Understanding and Coping with Anxiety

Anxiety can manifest in many ways, such as fear, worry, and nervousness, and it can have a significant impact on a child's well-being, development and behaviour. As a parent, it can be difficult to watch your child struggle with anxiety, and it can be hard to know how to help.

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Understanding and Navigating the Challenges of Pregnancy and Postpartum

Perinatal mental health refers to the emotional well-being of expecting and new parents during the perinatal period, which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum stage. It's a time when parents are dealing with a wide range of emotions, including joy, excitement, and anxiety.

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Preparing for the Holidays

The potential of get-togethers with friends, gift exchanges, and more family time can bring up a wide range of emotions, while the pressure to make the holiday special for the kids can have parents busy and stressed.

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Supporting Your Child’s Learning

Emotions and learning are closely related. To keep things simple, we are going to take a look at three ways to support your child’s learning that seem to have nothing to do with academics.

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