Category Archives: Pregnancy

New vaccines will help protect babies in Ontario

My children are now grown up, but I vividly remember some of the times when they were ill and wished there had been some way to keep them from getting sick. One of my sons got rotavirus when he was … Continue reading

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My child has what? (fifth disease)

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

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Do reptiles and young kids mix?

I was recently told about a two-month old baby who had been infected twice with Salmonellosis–more commonly known as Salmonella—and was admitted to the hospital on both occasions. Salmonella is often associated with certain foods such as uncooked or raw meat. … Continue reading

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My Dream Life

Growing up, I always imagined my life as a parent being just like Samantha’s from Bewitched.  (I know I am really dating myself here; many of you reading this probably don’t even know who I am talking about.) So let … Continue reading

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Is it normal for babies to cry?

My first baby cried… a lot.  As a new mother, I wondered if this was normal.  I asked my mother, midwife, friends and the Public Health Nurse and they all reassured me it was.  My daughter cried many times during … Continue reading

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