M.I.understanding

Now is the perfect time to start those gentle, low-pressure conversations about the new school year. Think about what routines will look like, how schedules might change, and how your family can work together to make the transition as smooth as possible.
We’ve got you covered with M.I.understanding videos on:
-Navigating change
-Setting up for success
-Easing separation anxiety
These short, family-friendly videos can help spark conversations that prepare kids (and parents!) for a confident start to the school year.
Watch them here: www.miunderstanding.ca
Let’s make this a year of understanding, growth, and success — together!

M.I. Understanding – Building empathy and understanding of childhood mental health M.I.understanding empowers families to tackle worries and big feelings head-on. This parent-led program offers FREE resources to help you initiate meaningful discussions at home. Click a link below for the video that best address your child’s challenges! Change Anxiety Separation Anxiety SOCIAL AN...

Dads Matter. A Lot.

As we talk more openly about mental health, it’s important to remember just how powerful a dad’s presence can be in a child’s emotional life— dads have a unique impact.

Research shows that kids with emotionally engaged fathers tend to have:
✅ Better self-esteem
✅ Stronger coping skills
✅ Fewer behavioral challenges
✅ Greater resilience in the face of stress

This isn’t about being perfect — it’s about being present.

Let’s keep supporting dads in being the mental health champions their kids need. 💙

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Parent understanding- Emotional Regulation Developed in partnership with the Child and Youth Development Clinic, Faculty of Education at Western University. These videos explore ways families can navi...

It’s Mental Health Week in Canada — and early intervention matters more than ever.

At M.I.understanding, we’re helping caregivers support children’s mental health early, before challenges grow. Our free M.I.friends resources offer simple, compassionate tools to help kids manage big feelings.

We’re proud to be expanding our work in Alberta through new partnerships co-creating Indigenous and FASD-specific versions of our resources. We’ve also begun building relationships with organizations in Ontario, and we’re excited about what’s possible across Canada.