How to tell your child you have been diagnosed with Cancer. And this is why I wrote The Pink Sun.
Over a year ago I had the incredible opportunity to join the immense field of oncology. It was a journey of awareness around cancer that I did not anticipate, giving me a much deeper understanding of cancer and its array of treatments. It, however, became alarmingly apparent that the impact of this disease on people […]
‘Reduce, Reuse, Recycle with Liam, the Smart Rabbit’ by Azaliya Schulz Recognized by Readers’ Favorite Book Award 2023.
‘Reduce, Reuse, Recycle with Liam, the Smart Rabbit’ children’s picture book won a finalist nomination in Readers’ Favorite International Book Award 2023 in the Social Issues category. It competed with thousands of books from around the world. Plastic pollution is one of the most pressing environmental issues of our time. A world dominated by single-use […]
Child Health Day is an opportunity to learn anger calming techniques.
Children’s expression of their emotions and at times, tantrums, are a part of their healthy development. There is no doubt that temper tantrums can be challenging for parents and difficult to manage at times. Researchers have found that tantrums occur in 87% of 18 to 24-month-olds, 91% of 30 to 36-month-olds, and 59% of 42 to 48-month-olds. It is common […]
5 Best Children’s Books on Nutrition.
Nutrition and eating habits remain a top priority when addressing the health of our youth today. Understanding and adopting healthy eating habits is challenging, even for parents, in a world of fast food, and yummy snacks. These quick fix foods are often the go-to for parents on the run, not only for themselves but also […]
Helpful Tips to Cope with ‘Back to School” Anxiety.
Nearly 60% of students were anxious about returning to school after covid according to the Recovery Village. Although the summer break is not as lengthy, many feel uneasy transitioning back to school. The importance of acknowledging this and finding ways to support the child in this transition cannot be overstated. To help children ease school […]
Positive Discipline for Toddlers: A Parent’s Guide.
My daughter challenges my boundaries all the time, but as a parent, I can guide her to learn about the world and boundaries by using positive discipline. Rather than punishing or rewarding, positive discipline is based on mutual respect and cooperation. Let’s examine how to discipline your toddler positively. Set Clear Boundaries and Rules. The […]