The Blog

Supporting Parents, Kids, and Teens Every Step of the Way

Motherhood vs Womanhood: Reclaiming Yourself

You might be wondering why I chose the title Motherhood vs Womanhood. What about dads and fatherhood? Don’t worry — I’ll write a blog about that one day too. But today, the spotlight is on you, women...

Celebrating Small Wins: Why Noticing Progress Matters

Parenting is full of moments that feel messy, chaotic, or downright exhausting. Between homework battles, sibling squabbles, and endless reminders about chores, it’s easy to feel like progress is...

Why Unstructured Play Is Better for Your Child’s Development

Why Unstructured Play Might Be the Secret Ingredient for Your Child’s Development In our busy lives, it’s easy to believe that packed schedules—soccer, music lessons, coding camps—are the key to...

Sibling Rivalry or Something More?

As a parent, it’s easy to dismiss your children’s constant bickering as typical sibling rivalry. After all, isn’t it just part of growing up? But what if there’s something more beneath the surface?...

How Quality Time Reduces Sibling Rivalry

Sibling rivalry is one of the most common challenges parents face. From arguing over toys to competing for attention, it can feel exhausting and sometimes you wonder if it will ever end. The good...

Parent Yoga at Tutum Counselling: A Gentle Practice for Caregivers

At Tutum Counselling in Calgary, we honour the role of parents and caregivers as emotional anchors in their families. Yet when you’re constantly caring for others, your vitality can get postponed...

8 Questions to Ask If You Think Your Child Has Anxiety

Could My Child’s Behaviour Be a Sign of Anxiety? If your child is avoiding school, complaining of stomachaches, or reacting emotionally to small things, it’s natural to feel concerned. You might...

Emotional Safety for Kids: Why it Matters, and How to Nurture it at Home

When children don’t feel emotionally safe, their world shrinks You might notice withdrawal, tantrums, or persistent worry. They might stop trying new things, avoid conversations, or react strongly to...

Helping Your Child Build a Positive Body Image in a Social Media World

The Pressure to Look “Perfect” Starts Early In today’s world, children and teens are constantly exposed to images of “ideal” bodies on social media, in ads, and even through their peers. As a parent...

Our Mission

/Tūtum/ - Latin word for safe place, shelter, and security.

Tutum Counselling is dedicated to providing a positive atmosphere through creativity, collaboration and safety.

Our Vision

Our vision is to support families in raising a generation of children who feel inspired and empowered.