Category Archives: Parenting

School-based vaccines and your child

Posted on September 29, 2021 by Carolyn Wilkie, RN

These past 18 months have been a challenge for everyone, including Public Health Units across Ontario. Throughout the pandemic, we have been reminded of how important vaccines are to protect ourselves and our community against serious illness and disease. Halton … Continue reading →

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Breastfeeding and COVID-19 vaccination. Is it safe?

Posted on August 19, 2021 by Heather Van Laare RN

As a parent of a new baby, you likely have lots of questions and some extra ones because of the pandemic. We all want to do what’s best for our children to keep them healthy and safe. So you might … Continue reading →

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My pregnancy and decision to get the COVID-19 vaccine

Posted on August 9, 2021 by Carolyn Wilkie, RN

Hmmm COVID-19, where should I even start? It’s been a crazy time of change, challenge, growth and a lot of uncertainty, to say the least! I caught up recently with a good friend who’s in the last few weeks of … Continue reading →

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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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