Tag Archives: families

Why all the fuss about attachment?

Posted on May 18, 2012 by Anna West

What is attachment parenting anyway? According to what you may have read in the media recently, it’s about extended breastfeeding, co-sleeping and baby-wearing. However, that is not what attachment is really all about. It’s not about the way you feed … Continue reading →

Are you balanced?

Posted on April 3, 2012 by Halton Guest Blogger

Are you balanced? It’s a question that has caught my attention recently and has gotten me thinking. Hmmm….define balance. As I read about it, I saw this question: “Are you keeping pace or being run over?” In my head I’m … Continue reading →

Posted in Babies, Before Pregnancy, Children & Tweens, Parenting, Parenting Your Baby, Parenting Your Child/Tween, Parenting Your Teen, Parenting Your Toddler & Preschooler, Pregnancy, Prenatal Health, Teens, Toddlers & Preschoolers | Tagged busy, families, family, Mental Health, parent, parent stress, special needs, stress, time, work, Work-life balance | 2 Comments

Finding quality child care is easy with a plan!

Posted on July 26, 2011 by Halton Guest Blogger

This is the third post in our series about child care in Halton Region. Anna* needed child care for her two young children as their grandmother was caring for them but was starting to tire easily. Anna was worried about finding someone she could trust and who … Continue reading →

Posted in Babies, Babies with Special Needs, Keeping Your Baby Safe, Keeping Your Toddler & Preschooler Safe, Parenting Your Baby, Parenting Your Toddler & Preschooler, Play, Growth & Development, Play, Growth & Development for Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Toddlers & Preschoolers with Special Needs | Tagged baby, back to work, child, child care, childcare, day care, families, home care, quality child care, Services | 2 Comments

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

Disasters can strike anytime

Posted on May 30, 2011 by Halton Guest Blogger

Check out this video about preparing for an emergency. Emergencies are often unpredictable and a few simple steps could save yours and your family’s lives. Plus, find out more about Halton Region’s Emergency Preparedness quiz for a chance to win a Family Emergency Go-Kit! ~ Nick … Continue reading →