Tag Archives: toddler

6 reasons why breastfeeding a toddler is pretty awesome

Posted on March 22, 2016 by Andrea Scott RN

I got all warm and fuzzy inside when I read about Sophie Grégoire Trudeau running late for an interview because she was nursing her two-year-old. I know not everyone gets to have the opportunity to nurse their toddler, but if … Continue reading →

Posted in Babies, Breastfeeding Your Baby, Breastfeeding Your Child, Parenting, Parenting Your Toddler & Preschooler, Toddlers & Preschoolers | Tagged benefits, breastfeed, Breastfeeding Your Baby, breastmilk, extended, immunity, nursing, older baby, Physical Health, preschoolers, toddler | 9 Comments

What you need to know before you switch to a booster seat!

Posted on November 24, 2015 by Karen Hay, RN

We all want our children to be safe when traveling in the car. And rightly so – motor vehicle crashes are one of the leading causes of death and injury in young children. But let’s face it, navigating the world … Continue reading →

Posted in Children & Tweens, Keeping Your Child/Tween Safe, Keeping Your Toddler & Preschooler Safe, Parenting, Parenting Your Child/Tween, Parenting Your Toddler & Preschooler, Play, Growth & Development, Toddlers & Preschoolers | Tagged 5-point harness, 5-point harness system, booster seat, booster seats, car seat, car seat safety, car seats, forward-facing car seat, preschooler, preschoolers, Safety, stage three: booster seat, stage two: forward-facing, toddler | 2 Comments

“You hurt my feelings!!!” – Helping kids manage big emotions

Posted on October 6, 2015 by Karen Hay, RN

Last updated: January 6, 2025 Several years ago now, I was like most parents in the thick of parenting young children: sleep deprived, exhausted, focused on completing the daily tasks and frequently feeling overwhelmed. During those years I was just in … Continue reading →

Posted in Babies, Parenting, Parenting Your Toddler & Preschooler, Play, Growth & Development, Preparing for Kindergarten, Toddlers & Preschoolers | Tagged babies, baby, child, child development, children, emotional health, Mental Health, preschooler, preschoolers, toddler | 2 Comments

Staying safe and staying healthy at the splash pad

Posted on August 4, 2015 by Karen Hay, RN

In my opinion, nothing beats a splash pad for free neighbourhood summer fun! I especially love how kids, families, friends and neighbours of all ages come together to play and enjoy the cooling water jets and wafting mist. My girls really loved going to the splash pad, … Continue reading →

Posted in Babies, Children & Tweens, Keeping Your Baby Safe, Keeping Your Child/Tween Safe, Keeping Your Toddler & Preschooler Safe, Parenting, Play, Growth & Development, Play, Growth & Development for Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers | Tagged activities, babies, baby, child, children, families, family, Halton, halton region, health, infant, Keeping Your Baby Safe, kids, parents, physical activity, play, preschooler, preschoolers, Safety, splash pad, splash park, spray pad, toddler, water safety | 2 Comments

Did you know Halton Region is testing and monitoring beach water?

Posted on July 7, 2015 by Karen Hay, RN

The beaches of Halton Region are the perfect summer destination to relax, play and spend quality time together. I feel so fortunate to live in a region that boasts so many spots for family fun in the water.