Screen Time Best Practices

Families have enough going on without having to count the number of minutes their children are spending in front of a screen or taking something away that they enjoy. Find a balance, and practice less guilt.

ChildreachMay 4, 2020

Practicing Self-Compassion

Self-compassion is not a selfish thing to be doing right now - it is self-sustaining. It is the process of putting the oxygen mask on yourself so you can help someone else.

ChildreachApril 27, 2020

EXPLORE + PLAY to Exercise your Body and Grow your Brain

Playing outdoors makes children smarter, healthier and happier! Here are some ideas to get you started.

Mindful Parenting during the Covid-19 Pandemic

We are all having a normal stress reaction to this abnormal situation, and children pick up on their parent’s energy and stress. What can parents do?

ChildreachApril 21, 2020

A Big THANK YOU to our Volunteers

We acknowledge the incredible efforts of our volunteers, and we THANK YOU!

ChildreachApril 20, 2020

Notice of Annual General Meeting

Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting of Childreach will be held online via Zoom on Wednesday, May 27, 2020.

ChildreachApril 17, 2020

Practicing Gratitude

How does being thankful and appreciative help us in these chaotic COVID-19 days? How does it help our children?

ChildreachApril 16, 2020

Coping with Anxiety

Here are strategies and resources to help parents cope with anxiety during this challenging time.

ChildreachApril 14, 2020

Virtual Events & Activities for Your Family

Here is a list of virtual activities and experiences for your families to take part in and enjoy while you are stuck at home.

ChildreachApril 6, 2020

Wacky Cake Recipe

When I was a child my grandmother made a cake we all loved called” Wacky Cake”.

ChildreachApril 1, 2020

Family Well-Being in Challenging Times

There are some steps you can take to support well-being in these challenging times.

ChildreachMarch 31, 2020

Checking In with Ourselves and Each Other

To our families, we wanted to take a moment and check-in with you.

ChildreachMarch 30, 2020

Strike A Pose

Here’s a fun child-led play activity that you can do at home to inspire creative expression and movement!

Nadine ReevesMarch 27, 2020

A List of Stuff to Do When Kids are Stuck at Home

We recognize that many families are looking for a list of activities, websites, and apps that can help keep children engaged while isolating at home. Here is the list to get you started.

ChildreachMarch 26, 2020

Sleep and Your Baby

We can’t force a baby to go to sleep, but we can help by doing specific activities that can help guide them to sleep.

ChildreachMarch 25, 2020

Childreach Closed Until Further Notice

After careful consideration, and with the health and safety of the children, families and staff in mind, we have made the decision to close our centre-based and community programs until May 4. Find out how we are supporting families online.

Yvette ScrivenerMarch 13, 2020

What Being a Mom has Taught Me

Here are (just a few!) of the things I’ve learned in this crazy parenting journey.

ChildreachMarch 13, 2020

Is my child talking normally?

The ability to speak and use language is one thing that sets humans apart from all other species on earth.

ChildreachMarch 11, 2020

An Important Message to Parents and Caregivers Regarding COVID-19

We have been closely following public health updates on the COVID-19 virus, and we recognize that families continue to feel anxiety about this illness.

Yvette ScrivenerMarch 10, 2020

MYTH: Feeding your baby solid food early will help them sleep longer through the night.

Many parents have heard that offering solid food (or even adding cereal to their baby’s bottle) will help their child sleep through the night.

ChildreachMarch 9, 2020