17 months after Maggy-Nadyne Lamarche's accident

When My Teenager Goes Off the Rails: A Heartbreaking Story for Parents in Distress

In this deeply human text, Valérie Guibbaud recounts her journey marked by pain, resilience, and unconditional love. From her troubled adolescence in a blended family to her own experience as a mother facing the storms of adolescence, she delivers a powerful account, filled with truth. Through her own experience, she highlights a reality that is often overlooked: the glaring lack of resources for parents whose teens are going off the rails.

This article sheds essential light on the loneliness, guilt, and helplessness felt by many parents. It also marks the beginning of a survival guide for anyone seeking support, hope... and a little respite.

Growing pains in children can occur as early as age 3, often in the evening or at night. Knees, legs, or thighs suddenly become painful for no apparent reason, leaving toddlers uncomfortable—and parents helpless.

Fortunately, there's a natural, medication-free solution: heat therapy . Applying a moist heat source to the painful area helps relax muscles and ease tension. And when that source comes in the form of a soft, safe, and specially designed teddy bear, the relief feels as comforting as a hug.

Made 100% in Quebec, the Béké-Bobo therapeutic bear is filled with organic cereal grains. It heats up in seconds in the microwave and can be used at the first sign of discomfort.

Available in two sizes, small (under 6 years) and large (6 years and over), it also relieves stomach aches, ear infections, headaches, and much more.

A must-have for all families who want to offer natural relief and a comforting presence to their children.

When an ear infection strikes, there's nothing more heartbreaking than watching your little one suffer. The crying, the shortened nights, the little hands rubbing their ears. It's hard to feel helpless. If you're a parent or grandparent, you know how much you'd give anything to relieve their pain.

Here are some simple, gentle, and natural home remedies that can bring great comfort to your child, or grandchild, while you wait to seek medical help if necessary.

Here are 10 ideas for indoor and outdoor activities to have fun with children of all ages.