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In Defence of Danger
I recently reconnected with a childhood chum whom I hadn't seen in nearly 20 years. My favourite memory of our time together is when we were nine or 10; we snuck back to the creek to try out her older brothers' raft.

Playing Dress-Up
Pre-teens have always enjoyed dressing up in Mommy's clothes, but today's young girls age eight to 12 years want their own sexy wardrobe. Despite increased awareness of child exploitation, parents may be complicit in the widespread sexualization of their children, leaving them vulnerable to abuse, depression, and eating disorders.

Time to Play
On a rare morning when she had time for a break, Jenny took a big sip of her coffee and sighed. The expensive Barbie doll she had bought for her daughter Emma had been sitting unused in the closet ever since she unwrapped it.

Moms Matter Most
News headlines and self-help books characterize today's girls while tabloids and magazines glorify the digitally altered Hollywood images of the sexually powerful teenagers they should strive to be. Fostering your daughter's self-esteem in this culture can be a daunting task!

Dad: Every Girl's VIP
Diamonds may be a girl's best friend, but her dad can be a jewel beyond value. Researchers are only beginning to understand the inestimable worth of a father's influence on his daughter.

"Yummy Motherhood-the Edible Woman?
When I was pregnant 13 years ago, the only "yummy mummy I had ever heard of was a sugary breakfast cereal-and thank goodness. Raising a baby was hard enough without trying to measure up to our current standards for a modern mom.

Preparing for Childbirth
A relaxed and natural delivery is possible, regardless of where it takes place (whether at home or in a hospital) if you are physically and emotionally prepared. It is important to feel as comfortable as possible in the birthing environment since being relaxed reduces the perception of pain.

De-Stressing Our Children This Holiday Season
When we think of the holiday season, weconjure up images of beautifully wrappedpresents, out-of-town relatives, and delicious food. Yet, even though the holidayseason can be filled with joy and abundance, this time of year can also bequite stressful for adults and children.

Stress Busters
Children often feel our stress at this time of year, so what can we do to lessen its effects? We don't want stressed-out children to bottle up their emotions, creating emotional and physical effects. You can help your children develop skills to express and release their feelings to maintain good emotional health..

Young and Stressed
Often unnoticed and untreated, stress is a huge factor in the health of Canadian children.