You’ve Asked and We’ve Answered!

We adore the relationship we have with our readers, and we love it when you send in your questions. This month, we’ve taken five of your parenting questions, and asked our experts to provide you with answers. We know that when one parent has a question, it’s likely that many of you are wondering the same thing, so here you go! 

How do I prepare my child for kindergarten? (page 6)

Kessa Dunlop, a student with the Middlesex-London Health Unit, talks about the skills you can teach your child that will make your little one feel comfortable and confident during their first months at school.

How do I keep my teenagers mentally healthy in this world of social media? (page 7)

Dr. Bhooma Bhayana, a family physician for over 30 years, gives us the facts. 95 % of teens have a smartphone and 45 % of those state that they are “constantly” on the internet. We know that social media can lead to depression anxiety, explicit content, disinformation, hateful thinking and bullying, so find out what you can do to help.

I use cannabis. How can I keep my kids safe? (page 8)

MLHU reports that Health Canada is sounding the alarm! Illegal edible cannabis products, packaged to look like popular brands of candy, are a huge risk to our youth. Find out where to purchase and how to store cannabis to keep your kiddos safe.

How can I soothe my teething toddler? (page 14)

Registered Dietitian, Jenn Giurgevich, shares recipes for Frozen Yogurt Bark that is sure to soothe a cranky toddler! And let’s be honest, a cranky mom and dad will love these treats, too!

How can I help my child understand the death of a family member? (page 15)

Becky Morrison is a Nurse Practitioner specializing in mental health, and generously shares her story to help others. Learn the best ways to support infants through teens during loss and grief (using the actual words dead and died is an important one that I find hard but know is necessary).

We’d like to take this opportunity to thank you, our readers, writers and advertisers who are such an incredible part of The Mom & Caregiver family. We are blessed to be surrounded by you all.

 

Sabina Manji, a lifelong Londoner, is an irrepressible entrepreneur, mother of a wonderful son, and also a committed volunteer.