Category Archives: Parenting

Can I have a playdate…I see them at school?

Posted on March 18, 2021 by Heather Van Laare RN

AH! Are we there yet?! It is so tempting to let down our guard with the return of in-person classes, stay-at-home orders being lifted, and the vaccine rollout underway, but we are not there yet. Insert Debbie Downer music. We … Continue reading →

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Helping teens and tweens maintain mental well-being throughout the pandemic

Posted on March 10, 2021 by Tanya Melykuty, RN, MSW

The demands of COVID-19 have been difficult for everyone. For teens and tweens, there has also been a fair amount of loss. Beyond missing out on major rites of passage, this past year has also meant the loss of everyday … Continue reading →

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Navigating COVID-19 with your teen

Posted on January 25, 2021 by Carolyn Wilkie, RN

Parenting is tough, period…but during a pandemic, it’s even harder! If you’re living with teens, your parenting skills have likely been stretched a lot lately. Your teen may feel frustrated and disappointed about missed opportunities like milestone celebrations. So how … Continue reading →

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Grandparenting during COVID….

Posted on April 28, 2020 by Halton Guest Blogger

As I wake up to another beautiful spring day, I am filled with joy. Birds are singing; the flowers are blooming; and I have time to enjoy a cup of Chai tea before heading to work. And yet…and yet. I … Continue reading →

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5 great ways to enjoy winter with the family!

Posted on February 11, 2020 by Tamara Kraszewski, RN

I remember getting my kids bundled up for winter outdoor activities. What a process! First figuring out what activity to do and then telling myself – maybe more than my kids, that going out into the cold weather would be … Continue reading →

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