By Louise Kinross John Cooper lives with his wife Celia and children James, 11, and Claire, 9, on the edge of their organic farm in Winterville, Georgia. Celia runs the farm and John is a partner in a family investment company, working from an office at the farm. James has...
Key Takeaways for caregivers Children tend to have better health and well-being when they have a strong ethnic identity (affinity and adoption of ethnicity-based self-concept). A traditional Latine cultural value (familismo) that emphasizes family bonds is also associated with better developmental outcomes. Caregivers can support the development of U.S. Latine...
In 2020, my son was born prematurely, weighing a tiny 600 grams, or a little over a pound. He was what they call a micropreemie. I had never seen a premature baby before, but there he was, so tiny he fit in the palm of my hand. Upon his birth,...
By Louise Kinross Last year a groundbreaking study found that Black people in American counties with more Black primary-care doctors live longer. Yet research shows that Black medical students have higher rates of burnout and attrition than white students. Now a new study explores why so few Black medical students in Canada become surgeons....
By Louise Kinross For children with cerebral palsy and limited movement, walking in a walker can be exhausting, often painful, work. The Trexo is a robotic frame that attaches to a walker and powers leg movements so children can experience comfortable, pain-free walking while using their body in new ways....
For years, oil in skincare has been approached with a blend of scepticism and apprehension, largely fuelled by misconceptions about its impact on our skin. Common beliefs suggest that oil might exacerbate skin issues, making it appear greasier, leading to breakouts, and causing discomfort, especially if you have oily skin....
Easter is coming, and mums everywhere are racking their brains for ideas to keep their kids entertained during the holidays. One of the cheapest ways for creative fun is to grab the crayons and download some free printable Easter colouring pages. It’s worth noting that they’re not just for the...
With the Easter holidays fast approaching, Easter art could be just the ticket to keep your little ones entertained. And we’re not talking about the complex, disappointment-inducing projects that are doomed for disaster. I’m talking simple, easy, cheap Easter crafts that your children will love. There are heaps of ideas...
Easter is a time for joy, celebration, and cherished traditions. Like everywhere around the world, it is one of the most looked-forward-to holidays in our household. My kids adore bunnies and enjoy decorating Easter eggs. As a single mum, I see to it that my kids’ Easter experience is not...
By Louise Kinross Every year CoorDown, an Italian group of associations for people with Down syndrome, releases a thought-provoking ad for World Down Syndrome Day. This year it’s ‘Assume that I can,’ featuring Toronto actor Madison Tevlin. Madison questions the assumptions many hold about people with Down syndrome: That they...
Breastfeeding is a beautiful journey that comes with its own challenges, especially for new mums navigating the early days of motherhood. Pumping breast milk can offer flexibility, convenience, and the assurance that your baby is getting the nourishment it needs even when you’re apart. Whether you’re returning to work, managing...
Before I was diagnosed with ADHD at age 33, my body felt like a mystery, an experience I assume is nearly universal for women with a late diagnosis. Yes, there was forgetfulness, distractibility, “careless” errors, internal restlessness, and emotional dysregulation. Yes, there were incredibly painful menstrual cycles with mood changes...
By Louise Kinross In many ways, Sadie Trant (above) is a typical 13-year-old. She loves listening to Taylor Swift albums and learning to play her songs on the piano. ‘I wish!” she says, when asked if she’s seen Taylor in concert. Sadie has low vision, so when she started to...
How often do you show up late to the events and responsibilities of your life? Forty percent of the time? Half? If you can’t say 100% of the time, then I win. I am the Queen of Lateness. Or I was. I used to be late for practically everything. And...
By Louise Kinross Ontario adults with disabilities like autism and Down syndrome are 1.5 to 2.7 times more likely to die of breast, colon and lung cancer after receiving a diagnosis than those without, according to a population-based study published in The Canadian Journal of Public Health last month. “We...
By Louise Kinross (above, on Max) Capes for Kids is Holland Bloorview’s annual fundraiser. For a week, we don capes to raise dollars to support numerous hospital programs that wouldn’t exist otherwise. They include research on technology and inclusion; Spiral Garden, our summer arts camp in the lush ravine; the...
Most neurotypical people don’t fully understand or recognize ADHD struggles — and why would they? It’s hard for people with ADHD to describe their experiences because they are so complex and all-encompassing. There’s also a false familiarity (“Everyone’s a bit ADHD!”), so neurotypical people often assume that they know what...
Key takeaways for caregivers Interparental conflict after divorce escalates the risk of mental health problems in children and adolescents. Elevated levels of conflict between parents can also induce fear and worry in children about their future and whether they will be adequately taken care of. In turn, a greater fear...
by Jancee Dunn Reviewed by ACG Staff Everyone else has reviewed this book so perhaps no one needs my review, but, then again, I almost missed it so let’s get this out there. This book is really helpful. Despite having “Menopause” on the cover, I would say it is more...
