Learn why starting to talk to your child about sex when they are young and continuing that conversation as they get older is a good strategy.
This guide outlines what children can understand about sexuality and reproduction at different stages.
Learn about the safety measures you and your family should consider before driving an off-road vehicle (ORV), including all-terrain vehicles (ATVs).
Down syndrome is a genetic condition present at birth. Learn about the symptoms, complications and outlook for children with Down syndrome.
Provides information about the various services that are available in schools for children with autism spectrum disorder. Also provides information about other programs that can be used to help pre-school and school-age children.
Having 'the talk' isn't always easy. Find advice for parents and caregivers on talking to their kids about sex and reproduction.
Children with sickle cell disease (SCD) can participate in physical activity as long as they have more frequent rest periods and increased hydration. Academically, most children with SCD will perform as well as their peers.
Find out how to assess acute pain in your young child (age two to five) at home and in medical settings.
Learn tips to help navigate the transitions you and your child will experience during their hospital stay for intestinal failure and when planning to return home from the hospital.
Learn about challenges a child who has had leukemia will face as they transition into adulthood.
Learn about why children need limits, the challenges of limit setting and how to appropriately use consequences and time outs.
Although many premature babies do not encounter any academic problems, some do. For example, up to 50% of very low birth weight (VLBW) babies will have some problems in school by Grade 3.
Recommendations for helping your child navigate through the health-care system and gain independence in managing their own health care.
Your goal is to work with your child's teacher to get the best education for your child. Your child has the right to attend school and if you feel they're not getting a "fair shake," get involved with the administration.
Find information to help support your teen (12 to 18 years of age) with intestinal failure transition through developmental ages and stages.
In type 1 diabetes, the pancreas stops producing insulin. Learn how this chronic condition is managed.
Playtime at the hospital can be fun. Learn what to do during playtime with your child of any age.
Learn about psychological treatments used to treat pain, such as hypnosis, biofeedback, and imagery.
Learn what an intestinal rehabilitation program is, which areas of care are involved in an intestinal rehabilitation program and how they help children with managing intestinal failure.
Learn how a child life specialist can help make your child's hospital experience as positive as possible.
A child with a chronic condition eventually transitions back to school. Learn practical tips when advocating for your child at school.
Learn about behavioural strategies such as biofeedback and CBT. These strategies can be used for effective pain management for children.
Learn how and when to introduce different food textures to your child.
Learn about the impact that brain tumours, surgery and treatment, may have on your child's ability to learn.
It is not easy to talk to your child about surgery, but your child’s health-care team is here to support you in having this conversation. This page contains some conversation recommendations and suggestions to help you prepare your child.
