Tag Archives: Mental Health

My son stresses over getting A’s at school…Should I be worried?

As I read last week’s blog Education week and Mental Health week: I see the connection, I feel Paula’s struggles with her young daughter and the stress she has about school. This reminds me of a documentary I recently watched … Continue reading

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Education Week and Mental Health Week: I see the connection

“We have to do this homework tonight – we are getting ready for EQAO testing!  Dad!  DAD!  This is SERIOUS!!”, bellowed my 8-year old daughter, who I will admit has a bit of a nervous and timid temperament; not exactly … Continue reading

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Sleep is everything: Making my own sleep a priority

To me, sleep is everything. If I’m caught up on my sleep, I’m a better mommy: I’m more patient; I’m happier; and I can better handle the days my daughter is extra fussy.

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How not to say the wrong thing

Last week I posted a blog about how to help and support a family facing illness.  That blog focused on what you can do. Along with the challenges of not knowing what to do, you can face the challenge of not … Continue reading

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Supporting a family who is facing illness

I was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2008.  Since then I have had 4 major surgeries and chemotherapy.  I’ve had a lot of ups and downs and a lot of times I needed help, whether I liked it or not.  … Continue reading

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