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During the early stages of a romantic relationship, it’s all about breaking down barriers and connecting with one another. What soon follows, if the relationship progresses, is usually, love.  During the “honey moon” stage in a relationship, people often describe feeling &lsq...

Top 4 Tips to Effective Co Parenting Co parenting doesn't come naturally to a lot of people.  It is a skill that requires practice, patience and more practice.  If you find that you are struggling to co parenting in an effective manner here are our top tips to help you get through. Set b...

Keep me out of court!!!!!!!   Have you separated recently and are wondering what’s next.  Have you heard from friends, neighbours, colleagues about the cost, delays and emotional toil going to Court can take?  You are not alone.   Nearly everyone involved in the family ...

This week we want to talk about Parenting Programs. I know that for some of you who have court orders you may have been ordered to participate in a parenting program of some description and there are lots of different types of parenting programs available.   So what we want to talk about toda...

How would you describe your relationship with your child? Since separation you have found that your relationship with your children has become much closer. You may find that you are participating in many more activities as a family and thoroughly enjoying them, or simply just enjoying your movie nig...

The Subtleties Of Domestic Violence Most people today have heard about domestic or family violence.  But usually what comes to mind is loud screaming, broken bones and bruised faces.  We expect to see the consequences of the domestic violence and without that visual evidence, it...

Creating A Child-Friendly Playroom Whether you are a parent, guardian, daycare provider, or grandparent, a child-friendly playroom will come in handy. As toddlers relish an area of their own, dedicating an area just for your child will benefit both of you. Knowing this, here are a few tips on how to...

Do's & Don'ts to Avoid Relationship Mistakes While Dating After a Divorce   Dating after divorce will never be easy. You will always feel the need to move on and go with your life, but there will always be fear of repeating the same mistakes.   Don’t worry. Getting back in the dating wor...

8 Tips to Calm Your Child Down Being a parent is one of the greatest joys in life. It can also be incredibly difficult. Although there are countless books on parenting and plenty of self help available, nobody can really be prepared for the responsibilities of raising a child. Dealing with a hyperac...

When we hear the words “domestic violence” for many of us we automatically think of physical violence. One person hitting another or worse. But domestic violence can come in many different forms; name calling, withholding money or controlling what someone does.   If you are the...