Category Archives: Parenting Your Child/Tween

My child has what? (fifth disease)

Posted on July 12, 2011 by Halton Guest Blogger

One day you may go to pick up your child from their school or daycare and see a sign that says, “A case of fifth disease was identified in this class. Please see your teacher for further questions.” Most likely … Continue reading →

Posted in Babies, Children & Tweens, Keeping Your Baby Safe, Keeping Your Child/Tween Safe, Keeping Your Toddler & Preschooler Safe, Parenting, Parenting Your Baby, Parenting Your Child/Tween, Parenting Your Toddler & Preschooler, Pregnancy, Prenatal Health, Toddlers & Preschoolers | Tagged child, contagious, fifth disease, ill, Physical Health, pregnancy, rash, red cheeks, school, school health, sick, slapped cheek, toddler | 1 Comment

They’re growing up…

Posted on June 29, 2011 by Karen Hay, RN

My baby is graduating from Grade 8! How did I get here? Where did the time go? I feel like life is moving so fast. These feelings got me remembering a poem my Dad read at my high school graduation. It’s … Continue reading →

Posted in Babies, Children & Tweens, Parenting, Parenting Your Baby, Parenting Your Child/Tween, Parenting Your Teen, Parenting Your Toddler & Preschooler, Teens, Toddlers & Preschoolers | Tagged baby, child, children, families, family, growing up, parents, school, teens | 3 Comments

The Lazy, Hazy Days of Summer — NOT!

Posted on June 27, 2011 by Halton Guest Blogger

It’s the lazy, hazy days of summer, and for a lot of kids this means catching up on television shows they missed during school, spending more time fighting aliens in video games, checking out what friends are doing on Facebook. … Continue reading →

Posted in Children & Tweens, Parenting, Parenting Your Child/Tween, Parenting Your Teen, Parenting Your Toddler & Preschooler, Teens, Toddlers & Preschoolers | Tagged active, activities, children, fun, kids, physical activity, Physical Health, sedentary, summer, teens | 3 Comments

Every child should be proud to smile

Posted on June 21, 2011 by Halton Guest Blogger

I met 3 year old Daniel* at a Halton Region dental screening clinic. He was very shy and would not smile. He had big dark brown eyes, but would only look up when asked. Then he quickly looked down at … Continue reading →

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A Child’s Garden

Posted on June 16, 2011 by Halton Guest Blogger

Did you ever notice when children are outdoors they seem to be interested, happy and comfortable? Gardening with your child can be a very rewarding experience for both of you.