Tag Archives: Physical Health

Mirror mirror on the wall…

Posted on November 5, 2013 by Paula D'Orazio

Every name I got called. Every taunt, every mocking facial expression directed my way. Anyone who ever made a negative comment about my weight, height or appearance…I remember. Vividly. I’ve long pondered whether there was something emotionally wrong with me. … Continue reading →

Posted in Children & Tweens, Emotional Well-Being & Mental Health for Your Child/Tween, Emotional Well-Being & Mental Health for Your Teen, Healthy Eating for Your Child/Tween, Healthy Eating for your Teen, Parenting, Parenting Your Child/Tween, Parenting Your Teen, Parenting Your Toddler & Preschooler, Play, Growth & Development, Teens, Toddlers & Preschoolers | Tagged appearance, body image, Bullying, Children's Mental Health, eating disorders, how I feel about myself, kids and body image, Mental Health, Physical Health, weight | 1 Comment

“Sacrifices” during Pregnancy – totally worth it

Posted on November 1, 2013 by Andrea Scott RN

There’s a lot of chatter lately about the sacrifices one is expected to make during pregnancy. The controversy stems from the new book, “Expecting Better: Why the Conventional Pregnancy Wisdom Is Wrong-and What You Really Need to Know” by Emily Oster. … Continue reading →

Posted in Before Pregnancy, Parenting, Pregnancy, Prenatal Health | Tagged alcohol, baby, beer, disease prevention, emily oster, expecting better, FASD, fetal alcohol, fetus, food safety, how much is safe, oster, Physical Health, pregnancy, pregnant, recommendation, sacrifice, wine | 1 Comment

2013/2014 Flu Shot Review: Two Thumbs Up

Posted on October 24, 2013 by Andrea Scott RN

This month Halton Region launched the 2013/2014 influenza vaccine. I got to be one of the first to experience the new 2013 flu shot – one of the perks of being a nurse who may come into contact with vulnerable … Continue reading →

Posted in Babies, Children & Tweens, Keeping Your Baby Safe, Keeping Your Child/Tween Safe, Keeping Your Teen Safe, Keeping Your Toddler & Preschooler Safe, Parenting, Pregnancy, Teens, Toddlers & Preschoolers | Tagged 2013, 2014, clinics, flu, flu shot, grandparents, influenza, influenza vaccine, Physical Health, Services, special needs, vaccine | Leave a comment

World Breastfeeding Week: My daughter was tongue tied

Posted on October 2, 2013 by Andrea Scott RN

This week Halton Region celebrates World Breastfeeding Week. The theme this year is “Breastfeeding Support: Close to Mothers.” This is the second of two posts about how support with breastfeeding was key for my breastfeeding success. Without asking for help … Continue reading →

Posted in Babies, Breastfeeding Your Baby, Pregnancy, Preparing to Breastfeed | Tagged ankyloglossia, breastfeed, Breastfeeding Your Baby, cracked nipples, help, infant, lactation consultant, latch, lip tie, newborn, nurse, nursing, Physical Health, Services, sore nipples, suck, tongue tie | 1 Comment

How do teens feel about starting high school? Hear their voice…

Posted on September 4, 2013 by Cynthia Lindsay RN

A wise person recently told me that “our very own high school experiences will affect how our kids are feeling about starting high school… and that we should try and allow them to have their own experiences”. These words really … Continue reading →