Tag Archives: daycare

Separation anxiety: Is it possible to stop the tears?

Posted on August 9, 2016 by Karen Hay, RN

Have you ever had to peel a screaming child out of your arms for a daycare or kindergarten drop off? I can tell you from first-hand experience that it’s not fun. The stress it creates for everyone is tremendous. My … Continue reading →

Posted in Parenting, Parenting Your Toddler & Preschooler, Play, Growth & Development, Preparing for Kindergarten, Toddlers & Preschoolers | Tagged anxiety, attachment, attachment parenting, childcare, daycare, Full day kindergarten, Preparing for Kindergarten, preschoolers, saying goodbye, separation anxiety, Starting kindergarten, starting school, teachers, Toddlers & Preschoolers | 4 Comments

How to search for child care for your baby

Posted on April 13, 2016 by Andrea Scott RN

Shortly after my first child was born, the very idea of going back to work left me with a sick feeling in my stomach. Sure, I loved my work, but how was I going to leave my baby? How was … Continue reading →

Posted in Babies, Babies with Special Needs, Keeping Your Baby Safe, Keeping Your Toddler & Preschooler Safe, Parenting, Parenting Your Baby, Parenting Your Toddler & Preschooler, Play, Growth & Development, Play, Growth & Development for Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Toddlers & Preschoolers with Special Needs | Tagged baby, child care, child care subsidy, childcare, daycare, going back to work, how to search, infant, Physical Health, Safety, Services, toddler, what to look for | 3 Comments

The Dreadful First Drop-Off

Posted on July 22, 2011 by Halton Guest Blogger

This is the second post in our series about child care in Halton Region. My heart is pounding, my hands are numb from being clenched into fists, my eyes are almost swollen shut from the days of crying. I get my strength … Continue reading →