Disagreements on discipline can confuse kids and strain family bonds. Shared values, respect, and consistent rules help parents build unity and trust.

Every parent loses their cool, but what happens after makes the difference. Apologies show kids that mistakes don’t end relationships, they strengthen them. Modelling accountability and empathy helps children learn emotional regulation and trust, proving that repair matters more than perfection in parenting.

After weeks of late bedtimes, endless popsicles, and spontaneous days at the park, fall starts to sneak up on us. For kids (and parents), that shift from summer freedom to school structure can feel unwanted and, sometimes, unmanageable. Although it is something that can be very difficult, especially for our more stubborn kids, there are things we can do to make the process run smoother.

I had the pleasure of speaking with Geneviève Kyle Lefebvre and Becca Yu in a recent interview about managing stubborn behaviour in...