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End-of-Day Meltdowns? It May Be After-School Restraint Collapse

6 days ago | parentscanada.com | Lisa Evans

If you’ve noticed more challenging behaviours than normal in the after-school hours, you’re not alone. Increased hyperactivity and meltdowns after school are so common, they even have a clinical name: “after-school restraint collapse.”School involves a lot of stimulation; from the bright lights to heightened noise levels, not to mention interacting with a lot of kids and teachers. School also comes with a lot of expectations and rules to follow.
Back-to-School Jitters: Is It Shyness or Social Anxiety?

6 days ago | parentscanada.com | Lauren Pelley

Going back to school is exciting for many kids, but for others, it can trigger social anxiety. With youth anxiety on the rise in Canada, knowing the signs and how to help is more important than ever. Social anxiety is something Surrey, B.C., mom Jodie Grant knows well. Her daughter Sara* coped with social anxiety for several years. Making friends was tricky, and she had “huge meltdowns” after being dropped off for her morning classes.
7 Smart and Easy Ways to Conserve Printer Ink

3 weeks ago | parentscanada.com | Marc Saltzman

Tired of blowing through pricey ink cartridges? These simple tips can help you conserve printer ink—especially if you’ve got kids who love to hit print. From smarter settings to cartridge-free options, here’s how to make your ink last. If you’re feeling the pinch, you’re not alone. With many Canadians struggling financially today, most of us are looking for deals at the supermarket, mortgage relief at the bank and ways to shave down energy bills in the home.
Staying Healthy & Active Archives

1 month ago | parentscanada.com | Marc Saltzman |Kathy Buckworth

Kids, it’s time to have “the talk” with your parents and grandparents. Cybercrime costs Canadian seniors several billions in scams, according to CARP (Canadian Association of Retired...
How to Identify AI-Generated Photos, Videos and Audio

2 months ago | parentscanada.com | Marc Saltzman

When used responsibly, generative AI (“GenAI”) can be a wonderful (and conversational) tool to boost creativity and productivity. But it’s important to be discerning, and to teach our kids to know how to identify AI-generated media. From helping students with research and writing to empowering businesses across all industries to aiding families with budget plans and personalized vacation itineraries, there’s a lot to like about GenAI.
5 Ways to Digitize Old Home Movies

2 months ago | parentscanada.com | Marc Saltzman

Memories can last forever but not the medium they’re stored on. Videotapes can hold your precious home movies for several years if they’re kept in a cool and dry environment. But eventually these formats deteriorate, making the tapes unwatchable. Adding to the problem: You may not be able to play back these captured moments if you don’t have a working machine. So now is the time to digitize your dusty collection of tapes.
Lunchbox Ham and Cheese Muffins

Mar 24, 2025 | parentscanada.com | Julie Van Rosendaal

Perfect for breakfast, school (or work!) lunches or a midday snack, these ham and cheese muffins tick all the boxes. Plus, they're so, so easy to make. Why bother with a sandwich when you can pack it all into a muffin? These little gems are full of things kids love, a great source of protein and so, so yummy. (You'll want to throw these into your lunchbox for work, too.) And don't stop at lunch, either.
Old-Time Radio Shows to Listen to With Your Kids

Mar 17, 2025 | parentscanada.com | Marc Saltzman

Classic radio plays are making a comeback. These nostalgic old-time radio shows offer a unique, immersive experience that still captivates audiences today. If you’re looking to fill up your family’s smartphones, tablets or laptops with great content, there’s a lot more than just music, videos, ebooks and games. Countless “old time radio” (OTR) shows from the golden age of the medium—mostly from the '30s to the '60s—are available for streaming or downloading.
Sonia Saves the Day: 1 Cookie, 3 Fillings

Jan 27, 2025 | parentscanada.com | Jason Skrobar

Interesting name for a cookie, huh? Well, Jason Skrobar, author of The Book of Sandwiches, is full of clever, exciting and cutely named sandwiches. The cookie sandwich being no exception. Think of this recipe as an opportunity to choose your own adventure. It's a dark chocolate cookie base with three delicious fillings to choose from. If you're serving kids, omit the bourbon! If you're not, well, enjoy the boozy filling option as-is. • First, let’s make the dark chocolate cookies.
Pastrami Monte Cristo Sandwich

Jan 27, 2025 | parentscanada.com | Jason Skrobar

When The Book of Sandwiches author, Jason Skrobar, was spending time in the UK, one of his favourite places was Borough Market. A bustling spot teeming with butchers, fishmongers, cheese makers and spice traders, it's got groceries and endless takeout stalls. It's here that the idea for his pastrami Monte Cristo sandwich was born when he ordered a duck pastrami number.