Monthly Archives: September 2011

Breastfeeding in Public

Posted on September 29, 2011 by Halton Guest Blogger

Halton Region is celebrates World Breastfeeding Week 2011 from October 1-7.  Celebrate with us!  This post is the second in a series of three breastfeeding posts.   When I was a new mom, I found that it was one thing to breastfeed … Continue reading →

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Getting Ready to Breastfeed

Posted on September 26, 2011 by Andrea Scott RN

My husband and I are expecting our first child in December.  Over the past 7 years I have I have helped countless moms and dads on their breastfeeding journeys, first as a postpartum hospital nurse and now as a Public … Continue reading →

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Are You a Homework Helper or Sergeant Major?

Posted on September 20, 2011 by Halton Guest Blogger

My daughter completed French immersion grade one in the spring.  One of her homework assignments was to present to her class five French words used in sentences. Relatively easy right?  Let’s just say thank goodness for Google translation! The last … Continue reading →

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Starting High School

Posted on September 13, 2011 by Halton Guest Blogger

Starting high school is one of life’s big transitions and naturally it comes with its share of excitement and nerves. What are kids worried about when starting high school?  We asked this question to grade 8 students and this is … Continue reading →

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I’m scared – My baby is starting high school

Posted on September 6, 2011 by Karen Hay, RN

Starting high school is stressful for both parents and teens: below is an honest look at how one mother is feeling. Also read our blog giving some ideas for how to support your teen. My baby girl is off to high school this … Continue reading →

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